3 Responses to “is it rude to refuse to join someone elses group when golfing?”

1. thelau Says:
   June 6th, 2010 at 2:43 am

   In that scenario, kind of since the group ahead is just being friendly, but there’re many legit reasons why a refusal can be polite (new, slow player, for example). But if a starter groups you up and you don’t want to, then, yes, that would be rude (they usually do that when it’s super busy).

2. Hogan Says:
   June 6th, 2010 at 3:25 am

   Not if you or someone in your party does not feel comfortable. However, it is not only rude, but unacceptable to refuse if the course is busy and the starter or pro pairs you with someone. If you have a new golfer or would like to play alone (i.e. you and your significant other, conducting business, etc.) try to play at times that are not busy. Late afternoons and usually Mondays, Tuesdays. Call ahead to the course you are wanting to play and ask when a good time to play alone is, especially if you are going to be slow. Let the starter know of your desire to be paired or not, and IF it is possible, and you don’t mind going earlier or later than your original tee time, most starters will try to accommodate. If you do get paired with someone you don’t care for, remember you are playing GOLF. Decorum and etiquette dictate you to be civil and proper. Try to have fun!….concentrate on your game. Nothing feels better than beating someone you don’t really like.

3. TEACHER Says:
   June 6th, 2010 at 3:49 am

   NO

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