Golfers are notoriously hard to shop for. They already have a favorite putter, more balls than they'll ever lose, and opinions about every training aid on the market. But if the golfer on your list has a pool, you have an advantage: there's a whole category of gifts that turns the backyard into part of their game, and most golfers don't own any of it yet.
1. A floating golf green (the big one)
A floating golf green drops into the pool and turns it into a water hazard with a target in the middle. Set a tee mat on the deck 7–10 yards away and start chipping foam balls at the flag. It's real short-game practice for the golfer, and a party game everyone else can play.
Size matters more than most people expect. Many floating greens are around 3' x 2', which works as a pool toy but makes a small target. Our Tour Package is 44" x 64", roughly three times the surface area, with an EVA foam base and raised turf edges. It comes with the tee mat, flag and cup, 12 floating foam balls and a storage strap, so it's ready to use the day it's unwrapped.
Best for: the golfer who loves competition, hosts pool parties, or wants to keep their wedge game sharp between rounds.
2. A smaller green for smaller pools
If their pool is on the small side, or you want a lower-priced gift, the Pro Package is a 24" x 36" green with the same foam base and turf, plus a tee mat, flag and 6 floating balls.
Best for: plunge pools, smaller backyards and casual players.
3. Extra floating foam balls (stocking stuffer)
Every golfer who owns a floating green eventually loses a few balls over the fence or into the bushes. A 12-pack of floating foam balls is an easy add-on or stocking stuffer, and the foam is safe around windows and screens.
4. A dedicated backyard wedge
Pair a floating green with a used or inexpensive wedge they can leave by the pool. A lob or sand wedge is ideal for short chips onto the green, and it saves them from pulling clubs out of the bag in the garage every time.
5. Gear for poolside game day
A few small extras make a backyard golf setup feel complete:
- A small whiteboard or chalkboard to keep score
- A weatherproof speaker for the deck
- A personalized flag for their green
- A good cooler for tournament day
Why a floating green works as a gift
- They probably don't have one. That alone puts it ahead of most golf gifts.
- The whole family uses it. Non-golfers and kids pick it up in minutes.
- It's useful year-round in warm climates. Even when the water's too cold for swimming, the pool still works as a chipping target.
- It's ready out of the box. No assembly, no inflating.
Holiday shipping
Shipping is free nationwide, and returns are free within 30 days, so there's no risk if it isn't the right fit. Check our shipping and returns page for the last day to order for delivery before Christmas.