Quote:Do you guys practice hitting/swinging at the driving range? I've recently gotten a little interested in golf after spending a bit of time at the range hitting balls. I scoured the internet on what clubs to get, how to hit a ball, etc. 

 

Any advice on what/where to start?

 

If I were learning again for the first time  -  I'd spring for some formal lessons as well.  The bad habits created by inventing your own grip or swing plane are much harder to correct after you've ingrained them.  

 

I just learned a proper grip 3 years ago and I still catch myself "cheating" with my right hand occasionally and it almost always results in a bad shot. 

I've only ever had one lesson - and after cobbling together my own technique with a little advice from friends occasionally - I came away thinking:

"Man - I have really been doing this wrong!!"  I've vowed to take a half dozen lessons in the Spring of next year before I spend any substantial money again on greens fees. 

 

The only other advice I'd give is -  Don't worry if it's frustrating for a while.   It's supposed to be.  :teehee:

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