On The Course Lessons

[dkgator]

I have taken a few lessons from the driving range but I am thinking about taking a lesson on the course. The pro charges 100 bucks for 9 holes. Is that a good price? Is an on the course lesson worth it? Any help or shared experiance is appreciated.

[tm22721]

I coughed up $80 per two hour playing lesson.

You learn etiquette, club selection for various conditions, how to analyze the risk/reward of a shot, how to put a cover on a golf cart in winter, etc.

After a few sessions, let him play alongside you (best ball) because you can pickup a lot just watching a competent golfer not to mention the inspiration it can provide.

[BritBoy]

Playing lessons are worth every penny. I will take three lessons on the range and then a playing lesson, then back to the range for three more. It really helps your pro see what your game is like and see where you are struggling. It will also let the pro help you with shot and club selection etc.

[Shindig]

I have taken a few lessons from the driving range but I am thinking about taking a lesson on the course. The pro charges 100 bucks for 9 holes. Is that a good price? Is an on the course lesson worth it? Any help or shared experiance is appreciated.

Playing lessons are worth it once you're comfortable with your swing, chipping, and putting. Your instructor will be able to teach you some various things on the course that he can't teach you very well on the range, such as course management, club selection, and hitting from weird lies. He can also see which areas you need help on when you get into those troubles that may not be present in the practice area.

[Bowker]

Taking lessons on the course are a great thing. Like the previous posters said, they teach distance control, club selection, course management, lie help, etiquette and rules. And also gives you a supervised look at course play.

I once paid 100 bucks for 9 holes as well.

They were well worth it because playing on the course is a hell of a lot different than the old mats at the range.

[907golfer12]

I agree with what others have said, playing lessons are worth every single little cent that you spend. When I had my first I learn so much, and won the Alaska Jr. State AM the next day.

[Cizzle]

As others have said, it's a great opportunity to learn and understand what should be going through your head during a round. For that price, I think it's a steal, 2 hours of lessons is normally around 150-200 and you get to play 9! I plan to do the same with my instructor in about a month or so.

[broken tee]

yes thats an excellent price. You get to play and learn all about the way the ball reacts from all types of lies. JIM

[golf_junkie27]

$100 for 9 holes? Where do you guys live? That's an awesome deal. The one time I asked for a price it was $100...for 3 holes. Lessons in NY are expensive.

[dysull]

Playing lessons are worth it. Swing mechanics are only part of the game. Learning how to manage a course, preshot routines, chipping or putting habits, etc can all be gained from a playing lesson. They are best when rotated in with regular lessons on the driving range

[srjorion]

I took a few lessons and then did a playing lesson. The playing lesson really tied everything together. Two rounds later I shot my best. I highly recommend getting a playing lesson at some point.

[Tristan]

On course lessons allow you to learn so much. Not just the club selection but risk reward and what to do in certain scenerios. when i had an on course lesson it lets you understand the mental side and mental techniques of how to deal with a bad shot and what to do if it all goes wrong. Very much worth the money - go for it if you can.

[elementz]

Wow, $100 for 9 holes, that is pricy. The course near my area is $56.50 for 9 holes.