Golf lessons

[Scott34]

A couple weeks back, I wrote a thread about what clubs to get. Well I am going to try and get lessons this week. Now, I have shopped around and gotten some prices. I went to Golf Galaxy to see what the PGA professional charges there, its $50 for a half hour. I looked at Veenker and Chris has a single lesson for $60 which is about 45 minutes. The assistant pro has a single session for 30 or I could do a set of 3 lessons for 75. I was basically reaching out to the Fanatics once again to give me some feedback if they have done any of these lessons. I am going to have tomorrow off and thought that if the PGA pro at GG was worth the money, I would just do it then since I have the day off and it will probably be raining. Anyways, hopefully someone can give me some feedback on what would be a good way to go.

Thanks Fanatics

 

[ZJohnson]

I know Jon Ward, the PGA Professional at Golf Galaxy, very well. He is great and does an amazing job relating to the average golfer. I would recommend him very highly.

 

[Cyclonepride]

This guy impressed me on the radio...

About Mark Egly

 

[jamesfnb]

Search for Mark Egly on YouTube. He's got over 30 videos out there.

 

[cdrake]

A couple weeks back, I wrote a thread about what clubs to get. Well I am going to try and get lessons this week. Now, I have shopped around and gotten some prices. I went to Golf Galaxy to see what the PGA professional charges there, its $50 for a half hour. I looked at Veenker and Chris has a single lesson for $60 which is about 45 minutes. The assistant pro has a single session for 30 or I could do a set of 3 lessons for 75. I was basically reaching out to the Fanatics once again to give me some feedback if they have done any of these lessons. I am going to have tomorrow off and thought that if the PGA pro at GG was worth the money, I would just do it then since I have the day off and it will probably be raining. Anyways, hopefully someone can give me some feedback on what would be a good way to go.

Thanks Fanatics

 

[cdrake]

Don't sign up for lessons yet. Go to a bookstore and buy "Ben Hogan's Five Lessons, The Modern Fundamentals of Golf". After you have a firm grasp of the book's instructions start going to the driving range working on what you have learned by hitting thousands of balls. When you feel comfortable with a club in your hands, think about lesson. Mimic the directions exactly and you will be light years ahead of 90% of golfers.

 

[ChrisMWilliams]

I took lessons from Chris at Veenker last summer and he did wonders with my swing. In fact, I plan on going back here in a couple of weeks. I highly recommend him.

 

[jamesfnb]

Don't sign up for lessons yet. Go to a bookstore and buy "Ben Hogan's Five Lessons, The Modern Fundamentals of Golf". After you have a firm grasp of the book's instructions start going to the driving range working on what you have learned by hitting thousands of balls. When you feel comfortable with a club in your hands, think about lesson. Mimic the directions exactly and you will be light years ahead of 90% of golfers.

I respectfully disagree with this advice. Go see a golf pro.

 

[zach]

Mark Egly was noted a few years back by Golf Magazine as the best pro in Iowa. I have gone to him and he is terrific and his rates are very reasonable too. Don't be surprised if you see Dr. Tom or other high profile people driving at his range or getting a lesson as well. He is very respected here in the state. I am sure there are others, however, Mark is terrific based on my experience with golf pro's. Others, not so good.....

Z

 

[beans4cy]

Don't sign up for lessons yet. Go to a bookstore and buy "Ben Hogan's Five Lessons, The Modern Fundamentals of Golf". After you have a firm grasp of the book's instructions start going to the driving range working on what you have learned by hitting thousands of balls. When you feel comfortable with a club in your hands, think about lesson. Mimic the directions exactly and you will be light years ahead of 90% of golfers.

I strongly disagree with this! Get out and take a lesson and start right.

 

[BillyClone]

Now you are finally talking about golf money spent wisely. I'd spend more on lessons than clubs when starting out.

My advice: don't sign up for one lesson and be done. Talk to the pro and see if they can work a 6-8 week deal where you can see them once a week and get consistent feedback and coaching as the summer goes on. You will retain more of what is being taught and can get answers to questions on a routine basis.

Years ago, I signed up for a 6 week program and learned more about the golf swing than I ever imagined.

 

[chewbocka]

Ames parks & rec offers golf lessons in groups. has anybody done this?

http://www.cityofames.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=1878

 

[beans4cy]

Now you are finally talking about golf money spent wisely. I'd spend more on lessons than clubs when starting out.

My advice: don't sign up for one lesson and be done. Talk to the pro and see if they can work a 6-8 week deal where you can see them once a week and get consistent feedback and coaching as the summer goes on. You will retain more of what is being taught and can get answers to questions on a routine basis.

Years ago, I signed up for a 6 week program and learned more about the golf swing than I ever imagined.

This is spot on!

 

[Tre4ISU]

Ames parks & rec offers golf lessons in groups. has anybody done this?

http://www.cityofames.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=1878

I wouldn't recommend anything in groups. Do it one on one and like it has been said, get a series of lessons.

Also, there are a lot of self taught golfers who read a book but it's my opinion that a set of eyes does wonders. You will do things through the swing that you can't feel or see. The pro will see them.

 

[Scott34]

I wouldn't recommend anything in groups. Do it one on one and like it has been said, get a series of lessons.

Also, there are a lot of self taught golfers who read a book but it's my opinion that a set of eyes does wonders. You will do things through the swing that you can't feel or see. The pro will see them.

I agree 100%. Up til now, I am all self taught. I have tried reading books and magazines and it just doesn't work for me. I have always wanted lessons and finally gonna do it. I really lack consistency and that is what I want to have. I can deal distance but if I can hit 8 outta 10 times, thats what i'm looking for.

 

[Cy4Patriots]

I took lessons from Chris at Veenker last summer and he did wonders with my swing. In fact, I plan on going back here in a couple of weeks. I highly recommend him.

I also took lessons from Chris for many years as a kid, I also took lessons from 3 other pros at Veenker. This is the way to go.

 

[Cyclonepride]

Yeah, I can't imagine how books would help. I've subscribed to golf magazines in the past, and the little description and drawings leave me thinking, huh?

 

[jdoggivjc]

I want to take lessons one of these years when I can afford it (moving is freaking expensive), mainly because my game sucks and golf is one of those things I've failed at the "self-teaching" route, but also so I can teach my own kids the proper way to golf instead of having to pay for classes for them. If any of them get serious about golf, fine, I'll spring for the lessons, but I'd rather not spend that kind of $$$ unless they show sincere interest in it.

 

[brianhos]

Thanks for posting this! I was going to ask this very question in a few weeks.

 

[Scott34]

I also took lessons from Chris for many years as a kid, I also took lessons from 3 other pros at Veenker. This is the way to go.

I think what i'm going to end up doing is going to see Trent Hepler at Veenker. i don't think he is quite as established as Chris is but he was on Centrals golf team I believe and he is a pro at Veenker. Money is still a bit of a factor for me so this is a better way to go right now. I can get 3 sessions for $75 or 5 for $125, so i'm going to get a series of lessons and half the price of Chris.