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It’s never easy asking for help, but in golf, it is almost a necessity. Unfortunately, we often ask our buddies and partners, when in reality we should seek help from our local Golf Professional and take a lesson or two. We think that a Golf Pro would critique harshly, but they are honest, positive and very helpful.

If you want to enjoy your game more with a lot less frustration involved, then speak to your local Golf pro as lessons don’t cost as much as you might think and the investment is well worth it. It is important to practice what you are taught, between golf lessons. Visit the driving range often and you will benefit a great deal and improve your game faster.

Of utmost importance, is being honest about your game. Your Golf Professional will ask you a lot of questions and evaluate the best way forward for your game whether you require help with bunker play, putting, fairway woods, irons or driving. Listen carefully and follow the instructions. You may have doubts if the Golf Pro changes your stance, your grip or your swing; but the Golf Pro knows best and will not make any drastic changes unless he feels they are absolutely necessary.

Don’t hesitate to ask questions. Don’t worry if you think the question or concern is stupid-they’ve heard it all before, because you will not be made to look like an idiot for asking. If you don’t “get it”, tell him/her that you’re not getting it. It is imperative you leave that lesson with all your questions answered.

You can concentrate on one thing during a lesson, or several. Your Golf Lesson could include work on the basic set up, driving, stance, posture, balance, back swing or follow through and then practice it. Subsequent lessons may include work on other aspects of your game that need improving. Your Golf Pro will advise you on the best sequence for you to follow to get the best out of your game.

You can spend a lot of money getting fitted out with the right golf equipment and having done so, don’t you think you should spend a fraction of that money improving your golf swing and learning how to use these clubs to the best of your ability?

Kevin Phillips has been a Golf Professional for 31 years, and the Head Pro at Winterfield Golf Club since 1990.

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