When are you not allowed to stand in a bunker to hit a shot in golf?

The golf ball comes to rest in front of a bunker but on the edge of the lip, not touching the bunker, but on the side closer to the hole. Is the player permitted to (partially) stand in the bunker in order to take their stance and hit the ball?



I've noticed that pro's usually don't but this came up and I was curious.When are you not allowed to stand in a bunker to hit a shot in golf?You may stand in a bunker to take a shot from a ball sitting outside the bunker. The only difference is that if a ball is in the bunker, you may not ground your club prior to the shot. If the ball is outside the bunker, you may, in fact ground your club....set up, practice swing, etc prior to address and proceeding with your shot. . Also, please rake the bunker smooth following your shot.When are you not allowed to stand in a bunker to hit a shot in golf?no area on the course is off limitsWhen are you not allowed to stand in a bunker to hit a shot in golf?You are allowed to stand in a bunker to play a shot and don't have to stand in a bunker to play a sand shot.When are you not allowed to stand in a bunker to hit a shot in golf?
Well it's a good idea NOT to stand in the bunker, but if it is the middle of one you can stand in it. Almost all of the country clubs in the world have a rake right next to it so if you stand in it be sure to rake your footsteps after. ;-)