Put a little spring in your golf swing with a free 10-minute lesson during the 12th annual PGA Free Lesson Month.
Throughout the month of May, PGA/LPGA Professionals nationwide will provide golfers of every age and skill level with the opportunity to learn the basics of the game or improve upon existing skills through this successful initiative, which will reach the one million free lesson mark in 2009. Last year more than 106,600 free 10-minute lessons were giving according to Play Golf America.
All PGA/LPGA Professionals participating in PGA Free Lesson Month can be found at PlayGolfAmerica.com. In 2008, 6,340 PGA and LPGa Professionals participated in the program.
Ten Things You Can Learn in Ten Minutes (Golf Digest)
1. How to get your backswing in synch
2. How to improve your tempo and add distance
3. How to know if your swing is one- or two-plane
4. How to use distance control to avoid three-putts
5. How to read breaking putts for grain and slope
6. How to align your ball to be a more accurate putter
7. How to switch your focus from line to speed before you putt
8. How to "bounce" your wedge through the sand
9. How to hit high, soft sand shots to tight pins
10. How to hit the tricky long bunker shot
While the affordability of PGA Free Lesson Month is evident, since it's complimentary, the health benefits received by playing the game of golf are invaluable as well. Whether as an individual or with friends or family, PGA Free Lesson Month offers the perfect excuse to get outside, learn new skills and get a little exercise, all while enjoying the game of golf.
"By participating in PGA Free Lesson Month, consumers of all experience levels will benefit firsthand from expert lessons provided by PGA/LPGA Professionals in a comfortable one-on-one setting," said PGA of America President Jim Remy. "As we approach the one million free lesson mark, we are pleased so many consumers have already taken advantage of this program and invite those who have not to contact a local PGA/LPGA Professional and hit the links for an unforgettable experience."
Who is This Program for?
- New Golfers - easy casual program to get a quick introduction into golf
- Casual Golfers - get a few tips to improve your swing
- Avid Golfers - Work with a PGA or LPGA Professional to see how you might fine-tune your game
Since The PGA of America and Golf Digest jointly launched this nationwide campaign in 1998, more than 938,000 free lessons have been given. Among those who participated in 2008, 54 percent were new customers at the host facility, 30 percent were women and 23 percent were new to the game.
One of the most successful growth-of-the-game initiatives in the golf industry, PGA Free Lesson Month is a collaborative campaign spearheaded by The PGA of America, Golf Digest Publications and Golf Channel.
"One million free lessons is an incredible accomplishment and a great benefit to the game of golf," said Jerry Tarde, chairman and editorial director of Golf Digest Publications. "We are extremely proud to be associated with PGA Free Lesson Month and thank The PGA of America and the thousands of PGA and LPGA Professionals who dedicate their time to make this initiative a glowing success."
Find participating PGA Professionals in your area here
Every golfer who takes a free lesson and sends in a Free Lesson Card is eligible to enter a sweepstakes to win a two-day/two-night golf getaway to The PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance in Port St. Lucie, Fla., including hotel accommodations, round-trip, economy airfare, a two-day session at The PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance and a custom-fit set of golf clubs. One hundred runners-up will receive a copy of The PGA's First Swing Golfer's Guide and a 2008 Ryder Cup DVD.
PGA Free Lesson Month is one of several programs designed to grow and stimulate participation in the game of golf under "Play Golf America," a national marketing umbrella campaign that is supported by the golf industry. Play Golf America was developed by The PGA of America, with the support of Allied Associations including: the LPGA, National Golf Course Owners Association, PGA Tour, USGA and others involved in the annual Golf 20/20 Conference.