russellie:I take it a hack is a beginer!
Yes
russellie: how do you progress?
As WGTIcon stated, you'll need to play ranked stroke play rounds. Most of
what you are playing are Closest To The Hole (CTTH) which does not help your
scoring average...a key elements in promotion.
russellie: also I am level 17 what is that.
You earn Level points as you play...those levels will determine what
clubs are unlocked for you to buy in the Pro Shop. And one of the fastest and
easiest ways to earn points is consecutive days play. After only 6
days, you'll start earning 880 points everyday you keep up the streak and a simple 3 hole practice round will get you the credit.
russellie: I am told certain clubs are now available. from where.
Look in the Pro Shop...you will need credits to purchase clubs.
russellie: ( not the distance meter ) it dosn't appear on my screen
The EZ Swing meter is different...suggest you also check out Beginner or Starter sticks that should be in your inventory of free clubs. No doubt there is a place for EZ clubs...but for the vast majority of players, I believe they stand a good chance of getting off on the right foot with Beginner or Starters...and they do swing like all the other clubs in this game. Refer to what WGTIcon said above.
And by all means, check out the Getting Started and FAQs information over there---->
Joey