

USGTF and other teaching certifications vs. PGA status?
Started by CT golf fan, Jul 31 2009 01:03 AM
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#1
Posted 31 July 2009 - 01:03 AM

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#2
Posted 11 August 2009 - 05:03 PM
I'm more concerned about the person, their ability to teach, their ability to teach to ME and their knowledge on the subject than what organizations they belong to. USGTF, PGA, NRA, NAACP, I don't really care.
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#3
Posted 01 March 2010 - 11:23 PM
class a pga professional is someone that has paid some dues. it takes a few years, however, being one doesn't make you a good teacher. USGTF and other similar teaching focused programs produce people that want to do one thing... teach golf. In my opinion, it takes more than a piece of paper to make someone a good teacher. I'd look at reputation in the area, references/testimonials, and if you can, try to get within ear shot of a lesson to get a grip on their style. If they pass the pre tests, get one lesson to experience it first hand.... and just one. Don't sign up for a series of lessons without some first hand proof it's going to work for you.
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#4
Posted 19 April 2010 - 05:14 PM
In my experience certification is vastly over rated. Find someone who comes highly recommend from people you trust. Its also very important in my opinion that you feel comfortable with a teachers personality and style of teaching.
#5
Posted 04 September 2010 - 08:03 PM


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