Pipestone Golf Course is proud to have on hand PGA Professional Staff to run our golf instruction program. He offers golf lessons, ladies lessons and a golf camp for junior golfers.
Questions About Golf Lessons at Pipestone?
Not every golfer understands all the great reasons for taking lessons. In fact, most of the members we talk to have a lot of questions about our golf instructional program. Here are some answers...
Why Take Golf Lessons?
Was there ever a golfer who didn’t want to improve their game? If you just can’t seem to motivate yourself to practice at home or get yourself to our state-of-the-art practice facility, you might want to book yourself a few golf lessons. Members who’ve signed up find that it’s truly motivating to have a PGA professional watching their every move. They even start practicing more at our huge practice facility!
Will I Improve my Game?
How much better can you become with just a few lessons? Plenty, say most golf pros. For example, most players have a golf swing that’s full of imperfections. Even Tiger Woods had some flaws in his swing when he was on the amateur circuit!
A seasoned Professional Staff can assess your swing and break it down, piece by piece. Then, he’ll work with you to build it back up again — this time from a much better and stronger foundation.
Working toward the perfect swing isn’t the only goal you can have when you sign up for golf lessons. How’s your putting technique these days? In just one lesson, you can take it back to basics and focus on the simple skills that make up great putting. Or would you simply like to make solid contact with the ball more consistently during play? That’s something you can work on too. However you decide you want to improve your game, our PGA professional instructor Scott Effinger is here to help.
It’s About the Quality of the Time You Put In
The great thing about taking golf lessons at Pipestone is that you get to work on your game at your own pace. Spending just a few hours with a professional instructor can sometimes do more for your game than years of unguided play out on the links. We invite you to see for yourself — sign up for half an hour or a four-lesson series. It’s your choice and it’s your game!
Golf Lessons FAQs
Are golf lessons worth it for beginners?
Are golf lessons worth it for beginners?
Yes. Golf lessons are often one of the best ways for a new player to build confidence because we can help you understand the fundamentals before small habits become harder to change. At PipeStone Golf Club, our golf lessons in Miamisburg, OH, are designed to meet golfers where you are, whether you are learning how to grip the club, make solid contact, understand basic setup, or feel more comfortable on the course.
A beginner lesson can also make practice feel less overwhelming. Instead of guessing what to work on, you leave with a clearer plan and a better sense of what your swing is doing. Many new golfers also enjoy using our 15,000 square foot practice facility between lessons because it gives them a relaxed place to repeat what you learned and build consistency over time.
What can a PGA Professional help me improve?
What can a PGA Professional help me improve?
A PGA Professional can help you understand the parts of your game that may be costing you strokes, from full swing mechanics to short game touch, putting, course management, and overall confidence. Sometimes the issue is obvious, such as a slice or inconsistent contact. Other times, a small setup detail, tempo issue, or alignment habit can affect the entire swing.
During a golf lesson, we look at how you move, how the club is working, and what your goals are. From there, we focus on practical adjustments that you can understand and repeat. Our goal is not to overload you with technical thoughts. We want you to leave with a simple direction, a stronger foundation, and a better feel for how to practice with purpose.
How many golf lessons do I need to improve?
How many golf lessons do I need to improve?
Every golfer is different, so the right number of lessons depends on your goals, experience level, practice habits, and the part of the game you want to improve. Some players book one lesson to address a specific issue, such as a driver problem or putting stroke. Others choose a lesson package so we can build progress over several sessions.
At PipeStone, we offer individual half-hour and hour lessons, along with three, six, and ten-lesson packages for adults. Junior golfers also have half-hour, hour, and six-lesson package options. If you are serious about improving, a series often works well because it gives us time to identify the pattern, make adjustments, and help you practice those changes in a way that lasts.
Do you offer junior golf lessons?
Do you offer junior golf lessons?
Yes. We welcome junior golfers and offer instruction options for players 18 years old and younger. Junior golf lessons are a great way to introduce younger players to the game in a positive setting while helping them learn grip, stance, balance, etiquette, and the basics of making consistent contact.
For families looking for a youth-focused option, our junior golf lessons give younger players a place to grow at their own pace. We want juniors to feel encouraged, not pressured. Whether your child is brand new to golf or already enjoys playing, instruction can help them build better habits, understand the course, and enjoy the game with more confidence.
Can golf lessons help with putting and short game?
Can golf lessons help with putting and short game?
Absolutely. Many golfers think of lessons as full swing instruction, but short game work can make a major difference in scoring. If you are losing strokes around the green, a lesson can help with putting setup, distance control, chipping technique, pitching, bunker play, and choosing the right shot for the situation.
Short game lessons are especially useful because the changes are often easier to practice and feel right away. We can help you simplify your setup, improve contact, and build a repeatable routine. You can also use our practice facility to spend focused time on putting and chipping between lessons, which can help turn instruction into real improvement during your next round.
Where can I practice between golf lessons?
Where can I practice between golf lessons?
You can practice right here at PipeStone. Our practice facility gives golfers room to work on the specific skills covered during their lessons, including full swing practice, warmups, putting, chipping, pitching, and bunker play. Having a clear practice plan can make each session more productive, especially when you are working through a swing change or trying to build consistency.
Practice balls are available through our Golf Shop, so it is easy to stop in before a lesson, after work, or before a round. We recommend practicing with a purpose instead of simply hitting balls. A few focused drills, repeated regularly, can do far more for your game than long sessions without direction.
Do you offer playing lessons on the course?
Do you offer playing lessons on the course?
Yes. A playing lesson can be a helpful option when you want instruction in real course situations. Instead of working only on the practice tee, we can look at decision making, club selection, pre-shot routine, trouble shots, uneven lies, short game choices, and how your swing holds up during a round. Current listed options include a nine-hole playing lesson.
Playing lessons are especially useful for golfers who feel better on the range than on the course. Since PipeStone is an Arthur Hills-designed 18-hole, par-72 course with rolling terrain, undulating greens, and multiple tee options, it gives us a great setting to work on both technique and strategy. You can also review our course information before your visit.
How do I schedule golf lessons at PipeStone?
How do I schedule golf lessons at PipeStone?
The easiest way to schedule golf lessons is to call the Pro Shop at (937) 866-4653. Our team can help you review current lesson availability, adult lesson options, junior lesson options, package choices, and playing lesson opportunities. We can also help you decide whether a half-hour lesson, an hour lesson, or a lesson series makes the most sense for your goals.
If you have questions before booking, you can contact our Pro Shop and tell us what you want to improve. Some golfers come in with a specific issue, while others’ goal is to simply feel more confident. Either way, PipeStone Golf Club is here to help you make better use of your practice time and enjoy the game more.
Lessons available from PGA Professional Jim Rue
Improved tee top and practice facility
Adults:
- $55 per half hour lesson
- $90 per hour lesson
- $150 three (3) half hour lesson package
- $270 six (6) half hour lesson package
- $400 ten (10) half hour lesson package
Juniors 18 years and under:
- $45 per half hour lesson
- $80 per hour lesson
- $235 six (6) half hour lesson package
Playing lesson nine holes: $150
