If you’re 5’7, you’re sitting right on the edge of the golf industry’s definition of standard height, which can make buying clubs feel confusing. The good news is, you've landed in the right place. This guide will walk you through exactly how to determine the right club length for your height, moving beyond simple height charts to a more precise measurement you can take right at home. We'll cover how to measure yourself, what those measurements mean, and how the right size affects your swing.
Generally speaking, a 5-foot-7-inch male golfer falls within the range for standard men's golf clubs. For women, 5’7” is typically at the upper end of the standard women's range, sometimes requiring slightly longer clubs. Most major manufacturers design their "off-the-rack" men’s clubs to fit golfers between 5'7" and 6'0", and their standard women's clubs for players between 5'4" and 5'7".
So, does this mean you can just grab any standard set and head to the course? Possibly. For many golfers at your height, standard length will work just fine. But it's not a guarantee. Height is just one piece of the puzzle. Your unique body proportions, specifically your arm length relative to your height, play an enormous role in determining the ideal cub length for your swing.
Think of it this way: two people can both be 5’7”, but one might have the arms of someone who is 5’10” while the other has arms more common for someone who is 5’4”. The one with longer arms would need shorter clubs to achieve a comfortable setup, while the one with shorter arms would need longer clubs. This is why we can’t stop at just your height.
The single most important measurement for determining correct club length is your "wrist-to-floor" measurement. This is the official measurement that custom club fitters use because it accounts for both your height and your arm length, giving a complete picture of your body's relation to the ground in a golf posture.
Getting this measurement is the key to moving from a "best guess" based on a generic height chart to a truly personalized recommendation. It’s a simple process you can easily do at home with a friend’s help, and it will give you the confidence that you're playing with equipment built for your body.
Getting this number right is straightforward, بس it's important to be precise. You'll just need a tape measure and a friend to help you out.
Start by standing on a hard, level surface (not on carpet or thick grass). Wear your golf shoes, as they add about an inch of height. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart, and relax your shoulders. Let your arms hang naturally down by your sides. Don't lock your elbows or tense up, just let gravity do the work.
Now, have a friend measure the distance from the point where your wrist creases (the line where your hand meets your forearm) straight down to the floor. A common mistake is measuring from the knuckles or the middle of the hand - be sure to use the primary wrist crease for the most accurate result. It's best to take the measurement for both wrists and use the average if there's a slight difference.
Now that you have your wrist-to-floor (WTF) number, you can use it to determine your ideal club length. For a golfer who is 5’7”, the chart below will give you a very strong recommendation for your iron length. Shafts generally change in half-inch increments.
Remember, "standard" length refers to a specific club, usually the 7-iron. For most modern men's sets, a standard 7-iron with a steel shaft is about 37 inches long, while a standard graphite shaft is often 37.5 inches. We'll use the 37” steel reference point below.
Club lengths change incrementally throughout your set. Generally, there's a half-inch difference between each consecutive iron (e.g., your 6-iron is a half-inch longer than your 7-iron, and your 8-iron is a half-inch shorter). The adjustments we noted above apply to the entire set. So, if you need clubs that are a half-inch longer, every club in your set, from your driver to your wedges, will get that same half-inch extension.
Playing with clubs that don’t fit your body can force you to make subconscious swing compensations that harm your consistency, power, and accuracy. An improper fit makes it much harder to get into a good setup, which is the foundation of the entire golf swing.
When your clubs are too long, you are forced to stand more upright and further from the ball than is natural. This often results in a flatter swing plane. Here’s what you might feel or see:
Clubs that ار shorten will force you to bend over excessively from the waist to reach the ball. This can lead to a cramped, over-the-top swing, loss of balance, and lower back strain.
It’s important to note that everything we've just discussed applies mostly to your full-swing clubs (irons, hybrids, fairways, driver). Putter fitting is a completely different animal. Putter length isn’t based on your height or WTF measurement, but rather on what length allows you to get your eyes directly over the ball (or slightly inside it) while in a comfortable, relaxed putting posture.
A standard men’s putter is about 34-35 inches long. However, many tour pros who are over 6 feet tall use 33-inch putters because it allows them to get into their preferred setup. For a 5’7” golfer, a 33-inch putter is often a fantastic starting point. The best way to find your ideal putter length is to experiment at a local golf shop. Find a putter that allows you to feel balanced and lets your arms hang completely naturally from your shoulders.
Taking your wrist-to-floor measurement is an excellent, reliable way to find the right club length for your body. It gets you 90% of the way there. A full professional fitting is the gold standard because a fitter will look at not just length, but other critical factors like:
That said, don't let perfect be the enemy of good. By following the steps in this guide, you can get much closer to your ideal club length than just picking a standard set off the rack. It’s the single most important step you can take to make sure your equipment is helping, not hurting, your game.
For a golfer who is 5'7", standard-length clubs are a great starting point, but your unique arm length is the deciding factor. By taking a simple wrist-to-floor measurement, you can get a near-perfect idea of whether you need clubs that are standard, longer, or shorter, giving you a powerful head start on building a more consistent and comfortable golf swing.
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