Golf lessons V’s YouTube video’s

So, what do you do about this whole golfing lark?

You tell a friend or close relative that you want to take up the game of golf and the first thing they say is "Get some lessons".

You tell a friend or close relative that you want to take up the game of golf and the first thing they say is "Brilliant, you should check so and so out on YouTube"

Straight away you have conflict with yourself, even before you swing a club, let alone purchase any golfing equipment. Now golf, for anyone that plays this great game, will tell you it is by far one of, if not, the hardest game to master.

There have been but a handful of Professional players that have truly mastered the game of golf, after all this has been their life and their living, so if you happen to get the chance to ask them did they ever take golf lessons, I can guarantee the answer would be "Yes".

All the top Professionals that play the game, all have a personal coach or a teaching Pro, even though they do sometimes change from one coach to another if there is a certain issue with their game.

The advantages of having golf lessons with a qualified instructor are as follows:

1. You will get one on one tuition from a qualified golf instructor, with instant feedback.
2. You will be charged for that slot, this could range from different prices.
3. The timed slot could last from a 30 to a 45 minute lesson or up to an hour.
4. On course lessons can also be given.
5. Video analysis can also be given to track your progress.
6. The instructor can literally get hands on with the student, putting them in the correct position.
7. The instructor can also give advice on golfing equipment, fitting and repairs.
8. The instructor can also teach etiquette, sportsmanship, patience, rules, dress codes and anything golf related.

There are some disadvantages to taking lessons:

1. When you first start out learning all there is to know about the game, lessons can work out quite expensive.
2. It could take you quite a long time to just learn the basics of the game, again, expense is an issue.
3. You need to find the right qualified instructor, that aligns with your goals.
4. You need to be consistent with your lessons.
5. Stick with the same instructor, switching could cause confusion.

The advantages of watching YouTube instructional video's:

1. They are more often than not FREE.
2. You can subscribe to any channel and get the latest video direct to your phone, tablet or laptop.
3. You don't need to book a lesson.
4. No travel cost, if you have a large garden and a net you can practice there.
5. There's plenty of YouTube golf instructors on the platform, you can watch one or more.
6. There is no time limit to watching the video's, play the video over and over.

There are however some disadvantages to YouTube golfing video's:

1. There is no interaction between the instructor and the person watching the video.
2. There is no physical contact, to correct any errors.
3. You must have a Wi-Fi or internet connection.
4. There's so many golfing tuition video's on the platform that some may conflict or confuse, if you let them.

My personal advice would be to seek out a top golf teaching Pro in your area. Yes, you are looking at spending your money for a service, but it would be money well spent, especially if you are just starting out and you're serious about the game.