Custom Golf Club Fitting At Matlock Golf Club With TrackMan
Buying new golf clubs should be exciting. However, choosing a driver, set of irons or new wedges based only on appearance, brand or a few practice swings can leave you with equipment that does not properly suit your game.
At Matlock Golf Club, our custom golf club fitting service combines the experience of our PGA Professionals with precise TrackMan data. This allows us to compare different options and recommend golf equipment based on how you actually swing and strike the ball.
Why Golf Clubs Should Be Fitted to You
Two golfers with similar handicaps can deliver the club in completely different ways. Swing speed, launch, strike location and ball flight can all affect which head, shaft, loft and specification will perform best.
Custom fitting removes much of the guesswork. Instead of choosing a club because it is popular or because somebody else plays well with it, you can see how different options perform in your own hands.
The aim is not simply to find the club that produces your single longest shot. A good fitting looks for a combination of distance, control, consistency and confidence.
How TrackMan Improves Custom Golf Club Fitting
TrackMan tracks each shot and provides immediate information about what happened at impact and during the ball’s flight. This gives our PGA Professionals reliable data to use alongside what they can see in your swing and ball flight.
During a custom fitting, TrackMan can help measure important information such as:
- Clubhead speed
- Ball speed
- Launch angle
- Spin rate
- Carry distance
- Shot direction and dispersion
- Consistency between shots
These figures allow different clubs and specifications to be compared properly. Rather than relying entirely on feel or judging a shot by eye, we can see which setup produces the most suitable and repeatable results.
TrackMan Data Still Needs Expert Interpretation
TrackMan provides detailed information, but the numbers are only part of the fitting. They need to be understood in the context of the golfer, their swing and what they want to achieve.
Our PGA Professionals use the data alongside their own experience to identify why one option may perform better than another. A club producing the highest ball speed, for example, may not be the best choice if it also creates an inconsistent flight or much wider dispersion.
This combination of technology and professional advice is what makes a proper custom fitting so valuable. The final recommendation is based on your overall performance rather than one impressive shot.
What Can Be Adjusted During a Golf Club Fitting?
Modern golf equipment offers far more choice than simply selecting a particular make and model. The clubhead, shaft, flex, loft and other specifications can all influence how a club feels and performs.
During the fitting, different combinations can be tested to establish which setup suits your swing. Depending on the type of club being fitted, our PGA Professionals may consider:
- Club model and head design
- Shaft type, weight and flex
- Loft and launch characteristics
- Club length
- Lie angle
- Grip size
- Distance gaps between clubs
You will be able to compare the results as the session progresses, helping you understand why a particular recommendation is being made.
Drivers, Fairway Woods, Irons and Wedges
Custom fitting is available for golfers looking to upgrade different areas of their bag. You may want to find a driver that provides a more consistent flight, fairway woods that are easier to launch or irons that offer the right balance of distance and control.
A wedge fitting can also help create more useful distance gaps at the lower end of the bag. This is particularly important for approach shots and the scoring areas where better distance control can make a noticeable difference.
You do not necessarily need to replace every club at once. A fitting can concentrate on the part of your equipment that is causing problems or where an upgrade could offer the greatest benefit.
Compare Leading Golf Brands
Matlock Golf Club is an authorised custom fitter for TaylorMade, PING and Srixon. Golfers can compare equipment from leading manufacturers while receiving impartial advice about which specification performs best for their game.
The right choice will not be the same for everybody. TrackMan allows us to compare performance rather than assuming that one particular brand, model or shaft will suit every player.
Is Custom Fitting Only for Low-Handicap Golfers?
Custom fitting is not reserved for elite or low-handicap golfers. Beginners, improving players and higher-handicap golfers can all benefit from using equipment that is appropriate for their swing and ability.
A golfer does not need a technically perfect or completely repeatable swing before being fitted. The purpose is to identify patterns within the shots you currently produce and find equipment that supports your game.
Better-suited clubs will not automatically correct every swing fault. However, they can prevent unsuitable equipment from making the game unnecessarily difficult.
What Happens During a Custom Fitting at Matlock Golf Club?
Your session will be carried out by a PGA Professional using TrackMan technology. You will hit a series of shots with your current equipment before testing different club and specification options.
Using your existing clubs provides a useful starting point. It allows us to compare the performance of potential new equipment against something you already know and use.
Throughout the fitting, the TrackMan results will be explained to you in straightforward terms. You will be able to see the differences between clubs and understand the reasons behind the final recommendations.
More Than Simply Buying New Golf Clubs
A custom fitting can reveal useful information about your wider game. You may discover that your current driver creates too much spin, that two irons travel almost the same distance or that there is a significant gap between your shortest iron and first wedge.
The session may confirm that some of your current clubs already suit you well. It can also help you decide which part of the bag should be prioritised rather than replacing equipment unnecessarily.
For golfers who want a clearer picture of how far each existing club travels, Matlock Golf Club also offers game assessment and gapping sessions using TrackMan.
Custom Golf Club Fitting for Members and Visitors
Our custom golf club fitting service is available to both Matlock Golf Club members and visiting golfers. You do not need to play the course or hold a club membership to arrange a session.
Located in Matlock, we are well placed for golfers travelling from across Derbyshire, Chesterfield, Bakewell, the Peak District and the surrounding areas.
Book a TrackMan Custom Fitting at Matlock Golf Club
If you are considering upgrading your driver, fairway woods, irons or wedges, book a custom fitting before deciding what to buy.
Our PGA Professionals will use TrackMan data, equipment from leading golf brands and their own experience to help you find a specification suited to your swing and your game.
Call 01629 582191 or email [email protected] to arrange your custom fitting.
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Golf Fitting
Where can I get a TrackMan golf club fitting in Derbyshire?
Matlock Golf Club provides TrackMan custom golf club fitting in Matlock, Derbyshire. The service is carried out by PGA Professionals and is available to members and visitors.
What does TrackMan measure during a club fitting?
TrackMan can measure clubhead speed, ball speed, launch angle, spin rate, carry distance, shot direction and dispersion. These measurements help the fitter compare different clubs and specifications using evidence from your own shots.
Is TrackMan better than fitting golf clubs by eye?
TrackMan provides precise information that cannot always be assessed accurately by watching the ball alone. The most effective approach combines TrackMan data with the experience and judgement of a PGA Professional.
Can high-handicap golfers benefit from custom-fitted clubs?
Yes. Higher-handicap golfers may benefit from equipment offering suitable forgiveness, launch and consistency. A golfer does not need a perfect swing before attending a custom fitting.
Should a beginner get custom fitted for golf clubs?
A beginner can benefit from clubs that match their height, strength, swing speed and current ability. A fitting can also help prevent them from buying equipment that is unnecessarily difficult to use.
Should I bring my current golf clubs to the fitting?
Yes. Bringing your existing clubs gives the fitter a performance baseline and allows you to compare potential new equipment against what is already in your bag.
Does custom fitting mean I have to replace my whole set?
No. A fitting can focus on one area of the bag, such as your driver, irons or wedges. The results may show that only one or two changes are required.
What is the difference between custom fitting and a gapping session?
A custom fitting helps identify suitable new equipment and specifications. A gapping session measures how far your existing clubs travel and highlights overlaps or large distance gaps within your current set.
Do I need to be a Matlock Golf Club member?
No. TrackMan custom fitting at Matlock Golf Club is open to members and visitors.
Does custom fitting guarantee lower scores?
No piece of equipment can guarantee lower scores. However, properly fitted clubs can give you equipment that better complements your swing, removing avoidable inconsistencies caused by unsuitable specifications.