Did you always want to learn to play golf or take golf lessons but you don’t want to join a golf club straight away and see whether you like it first? Learn the essentials of playing golf and come and visit us at Hurstville Golf Course to learn how to play the wonderful game of golf in these beginner golf lessons. Our PGA-qualified professionals will instruct you over 4 consecutive weeks through our Golf Beginners Class. Those basic golf lessons for beginners are designed for people with little or no experience who would like to learn the fundamentals of the game in a relaxed atmosphere. Each group consists of up to 9 beginner golfers so the classes are very social and you’re guaranteed to meet new golfing buddies.

Each week you’ll learn new skills for different parts of the game, as well as gain knowledge on the basic rules and etiquette. Each session goes for 90 minutes and all equipment is supplied, however, students are encouraged to bring their clubs if they own some. At the end of the program, every student will have gained the confidence to comfortably head out onto the golf course and enjoy playing a round of golf with their family or friends.

Course Outline:

Week 1: Introduction, putting & chipping. Includes GASP (grip, alignment, stance, posture) & technique
Week 2: Chipping revision (GASP), pitching (GASP & technique)
Week 3: Pitching & 3/4 swing with short to mid golf irons (GASP & technique)
Week 4: Full swing with hybrids, fairway woods & driver (GASP & technique)

Learning Outcomes:

• Correct grip, alignment, stance & posture for all shots
• Basic technique for all shots (short & long)
• Understanding of which clubs to use for all situations
• General understanding of rules & etiquette of the game

What to bring:

• Comfortable clothing
• Joggers or golf shoes
• Hat & sunscreen
• Water bottle

About the Tutor:

Stewart is a PGA professional with 25 years of experience in the industry. He has been the Head Professional at Hurstville Golf Course for the last 9 years. Throughout his career, he has gained experience in all facets of the game. He is particularly passionate about promoting the game of golf through his knowledge, teaching, and innovation. He’s a Member of the Australian PGA since 1994 and PGA MyGolf Junior Coach. He’s also been Head instructor of the Gary Player Golf Academy in Singapore 2003 – 2004, an Australian Tour Player 1996 – 2002 as well as Asian Tour Player in 2001.

Other Information:

• To ensure resources are ready for you at the start of your course, we ask you ideally enrol at least one week before the course commences.
• All courses need a minimum number of students to run ("we try our hardest to get those") . If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled before the commencement and you will be informed.