Mini Golf Terminology Explained

Whether you’re aiming for an eagle or celebrating a well-earned birdie, understanding the language of mini golf adds an extra layer of enjoyment to your gaming experience. In this guide, we’ll decode the jargon of the game, giving you the insights you need to navigate the mini golf course like a pro.

Decoding Mini Golf Lingo: A Guide to Essential Terminology

Par: Par refers to the predetermined number of putts it should take a player to complete a hole. It serves as a standard benchmark against which players measure their performance. Achieving par on a hole means completing it in the expected number of putts.

Birdie: A birdie occurs when a player completes a hole in one putt less than par. It’s a cause for celebration and often signifies skill and precision on the green.

Eagle: An eagle is a rare and impressive feat in mini golf. It occurs when a player completes a hole in two putts less than par. Scoring an eagle is a testament to a player’s exceptional skill and accuracy.

Bogey: On the flip side, a bogey happens when a player completes a hole in one putt more than par. While not ideal, bogeys are a common occurrence and provide opportunities for improvement in future rounds.

Hole-in-One: The pinnacle of mini golf success, a hole-in-one occurs when a player sinks the ball into the hole in a single putt, from the tee to the hole. It’s the ultimate achievement and often results in cheers and high-fives from fellow players.

Fore: Fore is a term used to alert other players of a putt that may pose a danger. It’s typically shouted as a warning to players ahead to watch out for incoming balls.

Fairway: The fairway refers to the smooth, well-maintained area of the course between the tee and the hole. It provides an ideal surface for putting, and the pathway for your putt.

Rough: In contrast to the fairway, the rough is the area of the course that features longer grass, rough terrain, or obstacles such as rocks or bushes. On the Putt in the Park courses, the rough can be anything from dark coloured grass or longer grass on the side of the fairway, as well as bushes, plants and rocks.

Bunker: A bunker is a hazard on the course, typically filled with sand. Landing in a bunker can pose challenges for players, requiring careful strategy to extricate the ball and continue play. At Putt in the Park, you will notice the bunkers to be large dips in the fairway.

Now that you’ve learned the lingo, you’ll be all set for your next round of mini golf. Book your next game at Putt in the Park!