I'm looking to take lessons. Any tips on how to choose a teaching pro, what to look for as far as lessons go?

Question

I shoot in the high 90's low 100s. I think I need lessons. I want to play better (start getting into the 80s and beyond). I also know I need new clubs as the ones I have are not good. Any tips on lessons and also on what type of irons, clubs to get?

Answer 1

If you want to get a lesson from a pro... first thing you have to know, you want to have that lesson on regularly bases (for example once or twice a week), or not regularly.

If you think you not want to have regularly lesson, then you have to know what your weakness then just find any pro closed to you and tell him your problems.

Or take a playing lesson, and the pro can tell you what area you need to improved.

I suggest you to review your game start from putting, chip shots, pitch shots, bunker shots, iron shots, then your wood.

Answer 2

Sounds like your game is in about the same condition as mine.  I can break 100 easily, but I'm having trouble breaking 90 on a consistent basis.

I'm getting ready to take some lessons this spring from an instructor in my area to help me get past my plateau.

I just recently got fitted for a set of Callaway X20 irons.  Very nice irons.  Even though I got fitted for these clubs when I bought them, I may have to get them adjusted after taking my lessons in a few weeks.

Answer 3

As far as choosing a pro, find one that is pga certified for one.  Also don't be affriad to ask questions and see how your personality fits with their stlye of teaching, be honest about your game, how much you practice where you struggle on the course.

Answer 4

Go to your local golf pro shop, golf course, or driving range and inquire about lessons.  Basically they will start you out with a 7 iron and teach you about the basics of the swing.  As far as clubs go, I wouldn't be concerned about a name brand as of yet until you get the basics of the game down.  If you can break 90 with what you have, as a reward, get better clubs.

Answer 5

Ask your golfing buddies to recommend a good pro in your area. Find out what level of golfer the pro mainly works with.

Start with a single lesson to see how you get on. You could also look on the PGA site for a list of members in your area.

Once you have made a selection and are comfortable with your instructor ,ask him or her about clubs. Good luck.

Answer 6

You want a guy that you can communicate with well, and someone who knows your goals.  Some pros are really bored trying to teach a high handicapper like yourself, while others really enjoy helping someone go from shooting 100 to 89.  I would recommend your local golf course shop where you see the pro on a regular basis, explain what your goals are and he may take you himself or recommend one of his assistants.  New bows and arrows aren't going to change the Indian, so work on your fundamentals first then after you have improved go for the new clubs.