September 30, 2024
The number of golf participants and the golf course count are key indicators of the golf industry's health post-pandemic. Are we witnessing a recovery? If so, how significant is it? To answer these questions, we've compiled data from reputable sources such as the National Golf Foundation (NGF), the R&A, and the European Golf Association (EGA).
Golf Participants in the USA and Canada
According to the NGF, the total number of golf participants in the US has reached 45 million in 2023, which is approximately 40% of the national population. This includes those who play, read about, or watch golf. Notably, 6.3 million on-course players and 5.8 million off-course players are young adults aged between 18 and 34, making them the largest customer demographic. Additionally, the number of junior golfers has seen a 40% increase since 2019, with approximately 3.5 million juniors now participating in the sport. Canada has a total adult engagement of 6.6 million.
Golf Participants in Asia and Europe
Data from the R&A and EGA indicates that Asia leads Europe in the total number of 9 and 18-hole golfers, with 16.1 million players. However, Europe has experienced rapid growth, now boasting 14 million players—a 32% increase from 2020 to 2022, which surpasses the global average of 15%. In terms of adult engagement, Asia tops the list with 22.5 million adults engaged in all forms of golf, closely followed by Europe with 21.1 million. Europe also stands out with fifteen of the top twenty countries having the highest proportion of junior players among their registered golfers.
Resource: R&A and EGA
Golf Course Supply in the US and Canada
By the end of 2023, there were nearly 16,000 golf courses across 14,000 facilities in the US, surpassing the number of Starbucks or McDonald's stores. Canada has approximately 2,530 golf courses, which is almost par with England.
Golf Course Supply in Europe and Asia
Europe hosts nearly 9,000 golf courses, a high concentration considering its relatively small land area. England, Germany, France, Sweden, and Scotland are among the top countries by the number of courses. Asia has about 6,181 golf courses, with Japan leading the way with over 3,000 golf courses, followed by South Korea and China.
Adapting to Change
The golf industry appears to be opening up to all age groups, with the average age of participants getting younger and a growing number of juniors taking up the sport. Golf, once considered a traditional sport, is undergoing a transformation. How can golf courses adapt to this change to meet the evolving demand? How can they differentiate themselves in a market with an increasing number of golf courses? And how can they embrace technology to stay competitive?
August 21, 2024
A Revolutionary Change
From Retro Tricycle to Golf Trike
Golf trike starts from retro tricycle and has been improved for years. Its revolutionary changes make it specially designed for golf courses and golf lovers, enhancing the natural charm of golf courses without interfering with the natural charm of the courses. Experience the revolution of golf trikes on the greens - where both innovation and tradition drive into the future.
September 30, 2024
Golf Activity is Open Widely: A significant rise in youth engagement
In 2023, the US golf participant count reached 45 million, with a significant rise in youth engagement. Asia and Europe also saw growth, especially in junior players. The US and Canada boast numerous golf courses, while Europe and Asia have high concentrations. The industry faces challenges of youth appeal and technology.
