Beginner Golf Lessons in Southborough, MA: What to Expect in Your First Session
Starting your golf journey can feel overwhelming — from learning the rules and etiquette to figuring out equipment and swing mechanics. At 495 Golf in Southborough, MA, I specialize in making those first steps simple, fun, and confidence-building. If you’ve been to the driving range or TopGolf a few times but have little or no on-course experience, here’s exactly what to expect in your first beginner golf lesson near you.
Grip, Stance, and Posture Fundamentals
In the first 10 minutes, you’ll get comfortable with the core fundamentals every golfer needs:
Grip: Learn the three main types using grip trainers — 10-finger, interlock, and overlap — and how to choose one that fits you.
Stance & posture: I’ll show you how to balance properly with weight over the balls of your feet (not your heels or toes).
Ball & club position: You’ll discover how ball placement changes with each club and how to set your clubface correctly at address.
These fundamentals lay the foundation for a consistent, repeatable swing.
Weight Transfer and Swing Basics
Before hitting balls, I introduce some swing essentials that every beginner should know:
Weight transition: Using a pressure plate, you’ll see how 80% of your weight shifts to your trail side during the backswing, then 80% to your lead side early in the downswing.
Impact position: We’ll break down what all great players share at impact — hands ahead of the ball, lead side engaged, and proper pressure shift.
Attack angle: Using the TrackMan 4 launch monitor, you’ll understand why good wedge and iron shots require a slightly downward strike.
This helps you abandon the common beginner myth that you need to “scoop” the ball to get it airborne.
Simple, Confidence-Building Drills
Rather than overwhelming you with swing theory, we’ll start with easy drills designed to build confidence:
Pinch drill: Using an 8- or 9-iron, you’ll focus on a short, simple swing that produces crisp, ball-first contact.
Feedback with technology: Launch monitor metrics (attack angle and swing low point) help you “see” good contact.
Sound & feel awareness: You’ll learn the difference between solid shots and mis-hits (fat, thin, shank, top) and how to correct them.
If time allows, we’ll finish with driver basics, where I explain why it’s the only club where an upward attack angle is beneficial.
Building Confidence and Next Steps
By the end of your first beginner golf lesson at 495 Golf, most students:
Hit multiple solid, satisfying shots.
Gain confidence that golf isn’t a mystery or “magic trick.”
Leave excited to return and continue improving.
Future beginner lessons will reinforce these fundamentals while introducing concepts like club path, clubface control, pitching, chipping, and putting. Each session is tailored to your unique swing and goals.
Ready to Book Your First Lesson?
If you’re searching for beginner golf lessons in Southborough, MA or a golf instructor near you, 495 Golf is here to make your first golf experience positive and rewarding.
👉 Book your first lesson today and start building skills that will last a lifetime.
