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Should AAu Take Golf Lessons? 23 Feb 2008, 11:15
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Just got an email about golf lessons from a guy who is a PGA Class A Member & Physical Education Golf Instructor at Duke. It's $110 for 5 one-hour lessons, in groups of 5. I golfed when I was 9, but then stopped to take up swimming. I have gone a couple times over the last couple of years, but am not all that good...I feel like it's something I should know how to do without overly embarrassing myself. My mom got some fancy set of clubs, so gave me her old ones, so I'm all prepared. She even took up a ball collection with her friends so I could hit 'em into the water and in other unfortunate places without being sad about losing 'em!
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Should AAu Take Golf Lessons? 23 Feb 2008, 11:49
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Definitely!!! :) I love golf and encourage everyone to give it a try- its a fun game. Also, thats a pretty deal $110 for 5hour lessons. I think if you dont learn/pick it up in school, you might not get a shot again to do so till much later in life.. :)


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Just got an email about golf lessons from a guy who is a PGA Class A Member & Physical Education Golf Instructor at Duke. It's $110 for 5 one-hour lessons, in groups of 5. I golfed when I was 9, but then stopped to take up swimming. I have gone a couple times over the last couple of years, but am not all that good...I feel like it's something I should know how to do without overly embarrassing myself. My mom got some fancy set of clubs, so gave me her old ones, so I'm all prepared. She even took up a ball collection with her friends so I could hit 'em into the water and in other unfortunate places without being sad about losing 'em!
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Should AAu Take Golf Lessons? 23 Feb 2008, 12:08
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Highly recommended. Like dosa said, $110/5 lessons is pretty good. Drop in lessons around here (in SF Bay Area) cost about $25 each for a larger class size. I took my lessons at a community college once and it was a blast. You can learn quite a bit in 5 lessons if the instruction is close to personal.

I enjoy the game, but definitely prefer other sports a lot more (tennis). I still suck, but am looking forward to all the classes they offer at Tilden Park near Berkeley this fall. It's definitely a skill that you should have if you're going into business, even if you're not going to become a pro at it (which is probably a good thing, lose to the client to make them happy, right? :P)
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Should AAu Take Golf Lessons? 23 Feb 2008, 15:13
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I enjoy the game, but definitely prefer other sports a lot more (tennis). I still suck, but am looking forward to all the classes they offer at Tilden Park near Berkeley this fall. It's definitely a skill that you should have if you're going into business, even if you're not going to become a pro at it (which is probably a good thing, lose to the client to make them happy, right? :P)
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In Liar's poker, junior bankers exactly do that (they might have been told to do so as well). I believe it's a baseball game though.
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Should AAu Take Golf Lessons? 23 Feb 2008, 23:22
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Since it appears you are a beginner, a group lesson may be good for you. I would personally spend the money and get a few half hour private lessons if you really want to play the game. A one-on-one lesson really allows you to learn much more and get more work on YOUR swing. Otherwise you'll be hitting balls for only 20 minutes or so with someone watching and helping you.

If you're thinking of taking up golf, which I think is a GREAT idea for business purposes as well as personal enjoyment, I would suggest watching golf on tv first to see how players act and read a book on etiquette and the rules before ever playing. While I have been playing since I was 5 and don't mind playing with beginners, it is always much more enjoyable they know the rules and how to act on a golf course. Nothing is worse than having someone in a foursome who walks in peoples lines, talks while others are hitting, or standing directly behind someone while they are swinging.

I hope all goes well and if I get in to Duke next year I would happy to give you a lesson anytime. Golf is a game to be enjoyed for life and can open many doors in the boardroom. (you probably already know that)

Sorry if this post sounds a little patronizing, it's just a pet peeve of mine with knowing the rules and etiquette first. :-D
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Should AAu Take Golf Lessons? 24 Feb 2008, 07:38
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Sorry if this post sounds a little patronizing, it's just a pet peeve of mine with knowing the rules and etiquette first. :-D
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No worries. My mom is an avid golfer, and has been so since I was little - that's why i used to play. Even though I quit playing when I was pretty little, I have still spent lots of time on the golf course and know the rules. And my mom actually RECORDS golf tournaments if she's not home to watch them...and if I'm home, I watch it with her.