Last Updated on January 13, 2024 by Britt Olizarowicz
If you have been playing golf as long as I have, you remember the days of walking into a golf store and grabbing a set of clubs off the shelf. They may cover the club head in tape and let you take a few swings into a net. The world is much different now, and custom clubs are pretty much the standard. There are positives and negatives to this. With the most significant negative being the cost. So, if you are wondering how much it costs to get fitted for golf clubs, you are in the right place. As a golf professional and +1 handicap, I’ll show you what you need to know before you purchase new clubs.
Average Golf Club Fitting Cost
The average cost of a golf club fitting is $75. However, the range is anywhere from $25 to $500. The factors that determine the total cost of your golf club fitting include:
- Location of the fitting
- Technology used
- Club you are being fit for
- Length of golf club fitting session
- Qualifications of the club fitter
Golf Club Fitting Costs by Fitting Type
The more clubs you are being fit for, the more it is going to cost you. Full bag fittings are the most expensive, and they take the most amount of time. You can expect to be with a fitting professional for up to three or four hours, going through each type of club and determining which is the best fit for your game. In the chart below, you can see the average fitting cost based on different types of golf club fittings.
| Type of Golf Club | Average Fitting Cost |
| Complete Golf Club Set | $100 – $500 |
| Iron Set | $50 – $250 |
| Woods | $50 – $200 |
| Wedges | $30 – $150 |
| Putter | $25 – $150 |
| Driver | $50 – $200 |
| Hybrid | $40 – $150 |
In addition to your standard golf club fitting types (wedges, woods, putter, irons, complete set, driver) there are a few other fitting types to consider.
A shaft only fitting is usually a bit less expensive. Expect to pay in the $50 to $75 range. This is for golfers looking to switch out the shaft they play with in their custom golf clubs.
Some club fitting shops like True Spec offer a loft gap fitting. Here, you can ensure you have the proper loft gaps between each club head. If you don’t, they will help you find a club that fits in those gaps.
In addition, I’ve also seen some facilities doing a short game-only fitting. This will deal with your wedges and putter. It’s an exciting option if you are very set on scoring lower in the upcoming golf season.
Golf Club Fitting Costs by Location
Location is one of the major factors in determining the average cost of a golf club fitting. You may have a pro at your local public golf course take a look at your swing and recommend a club. Or you may find a top 100 teacher using a TrackMan and get a fitting.
The location, the equipment they have, and the person conducting the fitting will play into the cost. Here are a few of the most well-known golf club fitting institutions and their average rates.
You will see that the low costs are for simple one club fittings. The $200 and over pricing usually includes a full bag fitting using launch monitor technology.
| Fitting Service | Average Cost |
| PGA TOUR Superstore | $99 – $300 |
| True Spec Golf | $100 – $500 |
| Local PGA Professional (Basic) | $50 – $100 |
| Local PGA Professional (Standard) | $100 – $200 |
| Local PGA Professional (Premium) | $200 – $500+ |
| GolfTec | $95-$150 |
| Edwin Watts | $50 – $400 |
| Golf Galaxy | $40 – $300 |
| Club Champion | $$100-400 |
| PXG | $25 – $125 |
How Much Should You Pay For A Golf Club Fitting?
Now that you have the general costs for a golf club fitting. Let’s look at what really makes sense to pay for one of these.
Many club fitters were offering a free fitting for those who purchased clubs, but this has started to fade. The additional costs associated with club fitting are the technology and data. Even if you purchase a club (which likely has a pretty small margin), you are getting a lot of data and value from the actual golf club fitting.
A fitting can be just as beneficial to an avid golfer as golf lessons are. The in-depth analysis, spin, and yardage data, and general advice can help you take your game to the next level.
As golfers, we know that it costs money.
Here’s my two cents about how much to pay for a golf club fitting. . . .
- If your current clubs are old (7+ years), go ahead and invest in a fitting. The fitting should cover everything you should know, from swing speed to shaft, etc. Chances are your next set will be something you hold on to for 7 or more years. Spend $200 or more, which breaks down to less than $30 a year over the next 7 years, to be playing with the right equipment.
- When your skill level is high, you will get a lot out of a small change in a club. Narrow your focus, and get fitted for one club (or group of clubs- irons, woods, etc.) at a time. Alternate years so you don’t pay for everything at once.. Spend around $100 a year and make tweaks based on club fitting data.
- For new players, go with a lower-priced club fitting from a place like GolfTec. You will get a good idea as to what you need and play better golf your first few years. The $400 club fitting is just not worth it at this point; your data is too inconsistent, and you may not understand the various factors and terminology that go into it.
Is A Fitting Fee Included If You Purchase A Set of Golf Clubs?
Some golf club fitting facilities may incorporate the price of your golf club fitting into the cost of fitted golf clubs. Talk to your local golf store to see if there are any options for this. Sometimes, you must pay for the fitting upfront, and then you get a refund for it when your new golf clubs come in.
Our country club deals with fitting by offering a $35 flat rate for any golf club. You can make an informed decision using Trackman data and advice from a qualified professional. There are other package deal options for complete sets. You can also pay extra for a specific putter fitting with the SAM putt lab.
What Is The Golf Club Fitting Process Like?
The club fitting process is unique depending on where you go to get fitted. For the most part, here is what you can expect from a professional club fitting.
Hit Current Equipment: test for distances and spin rates across your current set of golf clubs.
Test New Golf Equipment: try different combinations and compare data to current golf club offerings.
Order Golf Clubs: make decisions on club length, lie angle grip size, shaft type, and more, and order the golf clubs
You will almost always need to wait at least a week or so to get your custom golf clubs. The exception for this would be a driver fitting. Sometimes, you may get fitted with a stock shaft and clubhead setup.
How Long Do Golf Club Fittings Take?
A golf club fitting takes about an hour on average. When you are replacing something like an iron set, fairway wood, or driver, the one-hour mark is what you usually see. Complete golf fittings are closer to 2 or 3 hours.
| Type of Golf Club | Average Fitting Time |
| Complete Golf Club Set | 2-3 hours |
| Iron Set | 1 hour |
| Woods | 1 hour |
| Wedges | 1/2 hour |
| Putter | 1 hour |
| Driver | 1 hour |
| Hybrid | 1/2 hour |
My Top 9 Golf Club Fitting Tips
Now that we have gotten through all the details on how much it costs to get fitted for golf clubs, I’ll give you the best ways I know to save money. In addition, how to get the most out of your fitting.
I love golf club fitting’s. It’s interesting, fun, and enjoyable to see what advanced technology can do for your game. However, I won’t pay $150 or more and not feel as though I got something out of it.
Golf Club Fitting Tips
- Schedule your golf club fitting on a day you are not playing golf. Give yourself time to really warm up, and be ready when it’s time for your fitting. You don’t want to go in the cold or feel fatigued.
- Avoid the first two months of the year. This is when everyone wants to test all the new equipment. Go for a club fitting closer to the spring. It’s plenty of time.
- For indoor golf club fittings, use the golf balls that you normally play with; if you play with a ProV1 and do a fitting with a TruFeel the results can feel different to you.
- Shaft weight, length, and flex are incredibly important; don’t get too hung up on the clubhead.
- If one club goes 3 yards further, but you can’t stand the feel of it, don’t buy it! Feel matters.
- Ask if you can record the session. There is so much data thrown your way it’s a good thing to go back and look at it all.
- If you get nervous about swinging a club indoors, go to an outdoor fitting center. You need to have full confidence during a fitting.
- Buy club fittings around Black Friday and Fathers Day. They always go on sale.
- Make sure there is a REAL difference when upgrading to premium shafts. You don’t need to spend thousands to gain an extra yard.
Final Thoughts (Are Club Fittings Worth It?)
Custom fitting services lead to higher prices for golf clubs. However, if you want optimal performance, you will get what you pay for. However, I think there are reasonable options out there to get fitted for individual clubs and have it be worth the money.
One thing to keep in mind here is that the cost of fitting is well worth it if you don’t have to replace a club because it wasn’t the right fit. I’ve seen too many golfers pay $500 for a driver (skip the fitting to save the cost) and wind up getting another fitting and another driver just a few months later.
The cost of the fitting is well worth it when you save a few shots with your new clubs.
