Golf Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules Every Senior Golfer Should Know

Golf etiquette is not about formality. It's about consideration for everyone who shares the course. Most experienced golfers rarely discuss etiquette and most newcomers rarely ask — which means it's frequently misunderstood, inconsistently applied, and occasionally the source of unnecessary friction.

This guide covers the full picture: pace of play (including ready golf and the putting green habits that cost the most time), course care (divots, pitch marks, bunkers, greens), playing partner behaviour (silence during swings, the no unsolicited advice rule, phones), and the specific situations senior golfers most commonly encounter. Including: playing from appropriate tees, playing with faster golfers, returning to golf after a long break, and what the Spirit of the Game actually means in practice.