[Pa Jayhawk]

I am no expert at this, but would likely want my swing to be in it's natural form prior to getting fitted for clubs. To assure you end up with the correct lie.

My main reason for chiming in is the fact that my thoughts on lessons are changing somewhat. I know the value, but I really am starting to think more time on the course is of more value. When I started, I dumped about 10 strokes off of my handicap by joining a course. When I moved up here, I added them back. Joined at the end of last year after about 3-4 years and they came right back off. Granted, without initial lessons, I likely never would have reached that point, nor would I have ever wanted to join a course.

Not sure if it is right for everyone, but I personally would take a membership and more time on the course over lessons and clubs. Get out and play 9 holes (or as many as you can) after work, and get out about 4-5 days a week. Seems to work best for me. Then take lessons on what you know to be an issue, if you still have any issues. Take the money you save on not having to pay lessons and greens fees for an entire year and buy clubs.

Not sure anyone else feels the same way, but for me it is alot more enjoyable way for me to revamp my game than lessons or new clubs. As I found the end of last year that the first time wasn't a fluke. I also only required lessons when I did not belong to a course.