drukgolf

Drukgolf is a term used in Dutch-language golf communities to describe a concept that combines the sport of golf with elements of pressure and time management. The word is formed from the Dutch words druk, meaning pressure or intensity, and golf. In practice, drukgolf refers to formats, training methods, or coaching approaches that emphasize mental resilience, quick decision making, and pacing during play.

Format and practice aspects commonly associated with drukgolf include time-constrained rounds, shot clocks for each stroke, and scenarios designed to simulate tournament pressure. Players may encounter constructed challenges such as limited time to assess a shot, deliberate pacing changes, or randomized conditions to test composure. Scoring can follow standard stroke play or be adjusted to reward swift, strategic decision making and penalize delays or rushed errors.

Variants of drukgolf have appeared in amateur clubs and coaching resources. A typical short form might involve a subset of holes played under strict time limits to build course management under pressure, while a full-format version keeps regular scoring but introduces timed segments and pressure events. Some clubs integrate drukgolf elements into youth development or adult coaching programs to foster focus and routine under stress.

History and usage are primarily regional, with most references found in Dutch-speaking golfing communities and online coaching discussions since the 2010s. There is no single governing body or universally standardized rule set for drukgolf, and formats tend to vary by club or instructor.

See also: golf training, sports psychology, time-pressured formats.