Local - Affordable Lessons

**Golfer_Gofer** · 03-25-2009 01:27 PM

I think I've decided to spend my usual equipment budget on lessons this year. I had reconstructive surgery on my shoulder in the off season and now along with fighting an over the top move and i am struggling to get my swing speed up.

Anyone recommend an affordable place to get lessons? I'm in barrhaven and work in napean so I'd like to avoid the east end of town if possible..

I took a couple of lessons last spring with Ross (something) at T-to-Green and might go back to him if I can't find someone else... Open to suggestions guys.

I guess I should mention I play to an 18 handicap

**dbleber** · 03-25-2009 01:32 PM

I really like marc lacombe out of Golf Town. They sometimes have some specials on lesson packages.

**Golfer_Gofer** · 03-25-2009 06:26 PM

anyone been to see Warren at Totalgolf?

**latch** · 03-26-2009 06:19 AM

I went to see Darryl Buchanan for lessons at Meadows last year - I took several lessons from and dropped from an 18 to a 12 to end the year. I found him to be easy-going and very knowledgeable. I'd recommend him if it's not too far east for you.

Good luck

**Kilroy** · 03-26-2009 06:24 AM

I have and he is very good.

Originally Posted by Golfer_Gofer

anyone been to see Warren at Totalgolf?

**Indio** · 03-26-2009 01:39 PM

Originally Posted by dbleber

I really like marc lacombe out of Golf Town. They sometimes have some specials on lesson packages.

Marc Lacombe is now at GT in the Train Yards .....

**Golfer_Gofer** · 03-26-2009 01:56 PM

Originally Posted by Indio

Marc Lacombe is now at GT in the Train Yards .....

He is at trainyards 2 days a week and kanata the other 3... It looks like I'll be going to him for a series of 5, hopefully starting next week.

**XTOUR** · 03-26-2009 02:06 PM

I just signed with him also! Hopefully he can work miracles!!

**Indio** · 03-26-2009 02:13 PM

Originally Posted by Golfer_Gofer

He is at trainyards 2 days a week and kanata the other 3... It looks like I'll be going to him for a series of 5, hopefully starting next week.

Thanks for the update, he didn't mention that he was working in both locations!

**Golfer_Gofer** · 03-26-2009 03:06 PM

I start with him next Wednesday. I'll keep this thread going as kind of an update as to how he's helped me.... so currently.
18.3 handicap
fighting a weak slice
huge loss of distance since shoulder surgery (7 Iron - only 140yds)

**Indio** · 03-26-2009 03:08 PM

Originally Posted by Golfer_Gofer

huge loss of distance since shoulder surgery (7 Iron - only 140yds)

Oh gawed, now I am depressed, I am lucky to get 140 out of my 7 iron...

**Hacker** · 03-26-2009 03:09 PM

Originally Posted by Indio

Oh gawed, now I am depressed, I am lucky to get 140 out of my 7 iron...

if you swung it like a golf club instead of a hockey stick it might help........

**Indio** · 03-26-2009 03:12 PM

Originally Posted by Hacker

if you swung it like a golf club instead of a hockey stick it might help........

Gee thanks for the support mon ami! I guess I will give Marc Levac a call and see what he can do for a 1 kneed gimp

**XTOUR** · 03-26-2009 04:32 PM

Is he teaching at mer bleu?

**Indio** · 03-26-2009 04:42 PM

Originally Posted by XTOUR

Is he teaching at mer bleu?

Yes he is... I have sent a PM to him for lessons for me and Bugsy.

**sillywilly** · 03-26-2009 04:56 PM

grey foley... at kevin haime

**atomic** · 03-26-2009 05:09 PM

Marc (pingman) is also a great guy.

**Golfer_Gofer** · 04-01-2009 03:59 PM

I figured this thread would be better placed here. Had my first lesson with Marc today and we changed my grip, and a couple positions at address. I could already feel and see (because he tapes all his lessons on dvd) a difference right away. I'm looking forward to 4 more sessions with him. We'll see what happens with my scores!

Calabogie - 87 : 2 weeks ago
Pakenham - 98 : last weekend (ouch)
Cassleview this sunday... we shall see

**leftylucas** · 04-02-2009 11:13 AM

Originally Posted by Golfer_Gofer

I start with him next Wednesday. I'll keep this thread going as kind of an update as to how he's helped me.... so currently.
18.3 handicap
fighting a weak slice
huge loss of distance since shoulder surgery (7 Iron - only 140yds)

How pathetic am I, 140yd 7 iron is good for me and I healthy

, even Indio beats me with his refurbished knee, but dont get me started on comparing Indio to Tiger again

**leftylucas** · 04-02-2009 11:14 AM

Golfer Gopher what is the price for 5 lessons?

**Golfer_Gofer** · 04-02-2009 11:20 AM

a series of 5 is $275 + gst = 288.75

http://www.golftown.com/academy/pros/marcLacombe.aspx

**leftylucas** · 04-02-2009 11:28 AM

Thanks, thats pretty good. My teacher has moved on to Clublink and I just cant afford him anymore

**XTOUR** · 04-07-2009 09:08 PM

Had my first lesson today and it was great!! The video analysis really helped. A little hard adjusting to a different set up but at least I have a pre-routine now. Looking forward to praticing on the range and my next lesson.

**OutOfTheRough** · 04-07-2009 10:39 PM

Originally Posted by XTOUR

Had my first lesson today and it was great!! The video analysis really helped. A little hard adjusting to a different set up but at least I have a pre-routine now. Looking forward to praticing on the range and my next lesson.

who are you going to see ???

Tim

**leftylucas** · 04-08-2009 07:49 AM

Sounds good Scott, sounds like he is taking a step by step approach. Cant wait to see the new set-up. I am sure you will benefit from it. Now your drives will be 300 or even better the same distance but always in the fairway. Good luck

**XTOUR** · 04-08-2009 12:27 PM

It was interesting to see on video my old vs new setup. It will take some getting used to though. Looking forward to the range and working on it. It was nice to see the ball on the simulator being only 5 yards off line. Still a long way to go. But at least the forward press is going to be gone. Marc took the time to explain to me the whole swing process and through video I could understand and see the accomplishments with this new set up. At first the distance was low but gradually increased. I'm happy that I went and can see myself purchasing another five lessons after this is done.

Scott

**XTOUR** · 04-08-2009 12:29 PM

Originally Posted by OutOfTheRough

who are you going to see ???

Tim

Marc Lacombe at GT.

**leftylucas** · 04-08-2009 01:14 PM

Nice Scott, sounds like you accomplished a lot in one lesson. Changing one's set-up is not easy and the fact that you managed to hit balls and get some distance back is very encouraging. I think that the new set up will help you with the game inside 120 yds more than anything. Your old set-up made you prone to fat shots. I think I may go see this guru myself to stop that dreaded pull.

**Golfer_Gofer** · 04-09-2009 03:16 PM

Just got back in from playing 9 practice holes at Raceview.. and the first 3 holes were rouuuuuugh... learning a new swing can be a little frustrating. After a few 'putter throws' I started to find a rythem and actually strung together 4 pars. shot a 48 though (ya... +13 on 5 holes..ouch)

I can see my distance is creeping back in.. 7 iron was hovering around 150yds today.. even with the strong wind that seemed to always be in my face today.

playing again monday... then another lesson next wednesday... the saga continues.

**XTOUR** · 04-13-2009 07:57 AM

Played my first game after my first lesson this week and was very happy with the results. The driver was fairly straight except for a couple of shanks, the irons were very straight compared to before...the chipping and putting, that's another story. Hopefully we can incorporate that into some lessons very soon.

scott

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