How do I get my first handicap???

I'm just embarking on my golfing path.....As I think I understand it, I need to complete 3 rounds, add the total then divide by 3 to get my starting h/c ?   Now do I have to be with somebody when I complete these rounds to verify my score? Can I complete these first 3 rounds at any local course? or does it have to be in a comp?

I'm guessing the answer is very simple.....but until you know....you don't know!

cheers

Lewis

Just throw them into the Golfshake system Lewis as David suggested, good and bad.  Probably be a good idea (well I found it quite useful anyway) to put some basic stats in as well - just add fairways in reg, greens in reg and putts and you can get an idea of your progress and it only takes a second when marking your card. 

Lewis,

Where are you going to play, it need not cost £1K to begin with. Crimple Valley is a good start, then drive to Leeds Golf Centre (Wike Ridge) as you get better, then join one of the locals when you are ready.

TheLyth

Forgot Rudding Park too.

TheLyth