Frequently Asked Questions

updated 7/1/26

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General Information

What's new for the 2026 season?

July 2026 marks the beginning of my 20th year at Renditions GC and 29th year overall as a golf instructor. I thought I'd be "retired" by now; however, I absolutely LOVE what I do and those I serve so I've scaled back my time and consider myself semi-retired.

Our SPRING instruction season just ended. The SUMMER season begins July 6th and runs through Sept. 20th. I will be operating on a semi-retired work schedule which means alternating Mon/Wed/Thurs full days one week and full days on Sun/Tues/Fri the next until Sept. 20th.

How can I best stay informed about your golf instruction because I'd like to become a confident, skilled golfer?

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Adult Golf Instruction

What are the learning options for Summer 2026?

There is a web site page here which covers every offering. Please go to the top menu and click on "Lessons at Renditions", and then "Adult Golf Instruction" for details.

Do you offer lesson packages?

Most golfers looking for a lesson package are seeking a discount. My experience with most golfers purchasing packages is they have no plan or goals, schedule their lessons haphazardly, and unless they are highly motivated and disciplined they rarely make significant improvements. Therefore I haven't offered them for a few years now and don't have any plans in the future to offer them.

I do however offer 3 STRIVER programs each containing private lessons and on course training. STRIVER details may be accessed through the Adult Instruction page on this site.

Junior Golf Instruction (8-18 years of age)

Do you work with youngsters under age 7?

I have for many years. While there may have been an exception or two, it's my experience that very young children do better playing putting/chipping games in the backyard with their parents, siblings, and neighbors. Teaching very young children is not my forte. However, I can recommend another instructor. Plz text me for that info.

What do you recommend for my 9 y.o. who is interested in golf?

Get them a US Kids Yard Club which comes with a molded grip and buy Almost Golf Balls online. Let them swing in the yard a little. If they enjoy it and want to explore deeper, you may schedule your child into our Sunday afternoon 1.5 - hour Junior clinic.

My 14 y.o. only plays video games. I'm trying to convince him to take golf lessons. What do you suggest?

Believe it or not, this is fairly common these days. Unless he/she has a good friend who is also interested, there is only a slim chance you will be successful. Honestly, I am not open to working with anyone — junior or adult — who is taking lessons only because someone has talked them into it. Sorry, I'm human. This type of lesson isn't much fun for me.

If your teenager has a friend who is interested in golf, maybe take them to the driving range, rent a club or two, and let them pound a bucket of golf balls. They will probably have fun, expend lots of energy, and over time may become interested in playing golf and taking lessons. They could also enroll in one or more of our Sunday junior clinics.

Weather Conditions for Golf Lessons

Do you cancel golf lessons if it will likely rain at lesson time?

I have given many lessons in the rain. I don't enjoy it. It's not my preference. I am somewhat limited in my ability to use electronics (video). However, if the golfer has an urgent need i.e. upcoming competition etc. and wants to do a rainy lesson, I usually will agree to it.

May I cancel my lesson if it will likely rain during lesson time?

Absolutely! Here's how my weather (or other) cancellation policy works. First, know your weather sensitivities. Does heat, cold, humidity, wind, rain, etc. bother you? Everyone is different. I have a VERY generous 12-hour notice to cancel requirement. Especially if you are weather sensitive, you will want to check your weather apps the evening before your lesson. Based on the best information you have, you need to decide to cancel or not.

If you do not cancel with at least 12 hours notice, you will be accountable for your lesson fee UNLESS the instructor ends up canceling the lesson. If you are "on the fence", the best strategy is to cancel your lesson with at least 12 hours notice. If the forecast improves by morning, you can see if that lesson is still available for booking.

Will you contact me about weather-related lesson cancellations?

You should not wait for me to contact you. I don't know what your weather sensitivities are. If you are still on the schedule within 12 hours of your lesson, that means to me that you know your weather sensitivities (if any), you have checked your weather apps, and you have chosen to go ahead with your lesson anyway. On lesson day, I will have a more current radar to watch. If I determine that I don't want to work in the weather likely to be present at lesson time, yes I will contact you, cancel your lesson, and refund the entire fee.

Are you accurate at predicting weather?

Only as good as my weather app. I use the upgraded version of Storm Radar. It is fairly good but not perfect. Also please keep in mind the weather can change quickly especially with pop-up storms in the summertime.

What happens if we're in a lesson and it starts to rain?

If it's raining lightly, we continue. If it's pouring, we usually go to the cart barn since we are not under cover at the Renditions' range. If there is no lesson scheduled right behind yours, we can continue once the rain lets up. If there is someone waiting for their lesson to begin right after yours, we end the lesson at the scheduled time and I will refund your lesson fee on a prorated basis.

How does lightning affect lessons?

At the first lightning strike or when my app says lightning is within 10 miles, I halt all lessons and take cover. I wait until the lightning is at least 10 miles away before starting back up. The same restart and prorated lesson fee procedure as above applies.