Six Keys to Selecting The Right Golf School

September 16th, 2009 by articles

There are many criteria to selecting the school that is worthy of the investment, and this is not an exhaustive list.

1) Golfing style

Golf can be played in many styles, as with any topic or subject matter to learn. Some play conservatively, others, like me, more aggressively. But ultimately you have to choose a school or instructor that matches you.

Your style, your personality, your skills.

2) Problem areas

I have trouble with slicing. Consistently I find that my shots slice to the right. You, to be sure, has minimum one issue with your game or specific shot.You may want to find school to address and help correct that shortcoming. You would have had time (and money) well spent, If you come back from a long weekend and your slice has vanished.

3) Instructor to class-size ratio

This is a personal preference item. Several people learn in group setting, even craze the interaction. It might also depend on what you’re trying to gain from the school which one you actually choose.

4) Price

Golf is your life and no amount of money is too much if you improve your game, and thus your enjoyment. For others, there was big obstacle. If you’re considering a golf school and then you know that most start above $1500. They are some “big name” instructors offering half day lessons around $10,000.

If you are price sensitive then, by all means, do not forget to add in travel, lodging, and food costs. Many times this “incidental” could double the overall costs.

5) Proximity

What is your traveling distance? Is your schedule tight so slipping off within 100 miles for a half day lesson is all you could squeeze. One plus of keeping tabs on those schools “in your own backyard” is when these offer last-minute specials you can jump on those quickly.

6) Length of training

It depends, like any good consultant would answer. It depends on whether you are looking for a long weekend, a one day seminar, or wrapping vacation around your training. This is an important factor in choosing a school so compare wisely.