My 14 year old daughter has just inherited a nice set of clubs from her grandmother and is now very interested in learning the sport. I'm not a golfer and have no idea where to start. Anyone have any advice on getting her started?
I would recommend contacting countryside country club, yes they are a private club, however they have a great teacher who does lessons to non members. The pro's name is Justina Hopkins, she is wonderful and great with kids.
###-###-#### is the club's phone number.....if she's serious they offer great membership programs too....no I don't work there, use to, so I am not trying to sell you
D.
There are two ways to learn about golf without having a coach. The first is to take her to the driving range and just let her hit some balls. You will want her to learn how each club feels different and hits different (distance and ease of use for her). They also have putting greens at most driving ranges, so she can practice putting. You can also take her to put-put (miniature golf) to learn that part of it. Believe it or not it helps.
Once she starts to get into it a little and you think she is going to like it, then get her some lessons. Also, if she is 14, then I assume she is in highschool or will be soon. If so, most schools have a golf program. That is where I got started and I love it! Also, pick up a club yourself - it is quite the relaxing sport!
Good luck to her!
M.,
Look into first tee of tampa bay ...there are assosiated with YMCA and inexpensive.
I see you are in New Port Richey. Magnolia Valley has a pro and also Fox Hollow has a pro that gives lessons on Saturday.
Ask at the school in which she is going. That would be where I would start. A lot of the schools have golf teams. Also some of the Church's have golf teams. If you have money you can hire a private teacher. Also some of the Senior Parks have residents that love to take on a student. And they don't charge a dime. They do it out of love for the sport and company of a young person as they say. Hope this helps.
Most courses/ranges offer at least 1 & sometimes 2 Saturday a.m. clinics (in N. Pinellas: Chi Chi $15, Countryside $10, and the place on Racetrack Rd. $20).
Check out your local golf course/country club. They usually have professionals available for private lessons. Does her school have a golf team? Some schools do. Good luck!
Dear M.,
I do not golf but I would start at the golf course in Palm Harbor and speak with the professional golfer that is most likely on staff. I am also sure that there is a golf camp in Pinellas County this summer. My grandfather loves the game. He has loved golf for over 50 years.
Do everything you can to encourage her, it will mean alot to her for your support.
K. F
it may be a little far, but First Tee has a program at the ChiChi Rodriguez course in Countryside area...they have summer camps.
