Lesson 3 - How to avoid disaster holes

The Fastest Way to Lower Your Scores

Disaster holes — triples, quads, lost balls — are the biggest scorecard killers for beginners. This lesson teaches you how to eliminate them completely.

1. Disaster Holes Come From Bad Decisions, Not Bad Swings

Most blow‑ups start with:

• A risky tee shot

• A forced approach

• A recovery attempt through trees

• A club you can’t hit

• A target that punishes your miss

Fix the decision, not the swing.

2. Play Every Hole Backwards

Ask:

• “Where do I want my next shot to be?”

• “What’s the safest way to get there?”

This removes pressure and keeps you out of trouble.

3. Never Try the Hero Shot

If you’re in trouble:

• Chip out

• Get back to safety

• Reset the hole

One smart shot saves three dumb ones.

4. Avoid Short‑Siding

Missing on the wrong side of the green leads to:

• Impossible chips

• Big numbers

• Frustration

Always miss to the wide, safe side.

5. Bogey Is a Great Score

If you avoid doubles and triples, your scores drop fast.