GolfTube: Online golf lessons make learning the game a little easier

Valuable golf lessons from the comfort of your own home.

More and more people are learning how to do things through the Internet. One of the most popular places for online users to do so is through the infinite stream of videos that is YouTube.

YouTube is a centre for a wide variety of home videos, movie trailers, video bloggers and much more—often leading users to find themselves lost in the abyss of the related videos section. However, it is not only a source of entertainment, but helpful when it comes to learning. YouTube features teachers who post lectures for their students, scientists sharing infographics, and, as every golfer loves to see, tutorial videos for most every golf skill imaginable.

From teacher to student

These particular videos depict golf professionals showing in step-by-step form the exact technique required for specific elements of the golf game. It’s not just a one-off video, though—these pros are sharing their knowledge for free on a regular basis through their YouTube channels.

The golf pros are also very helpful in terms of communicating with their viewers. Many YouTube users will comment on the videos, ask questions, or just request clarification on elements of the tutorial, and the pros seem more than happy to help. One of the best things about these channels and videos is that they offer the option to remain anonymous as you view them, or be active and participate by liking the videos, subscribing to the channels and asking questions.

On your own time

Not only do these videos allow you to learn more about technique from the comfort of your own home, but you can do so at whatever time and pace you need to. Can’t sleep? Take your putter to the living room at 3 a.m. and find out how to get your alignment just right. Need your teacher to show you a demonstration over and over? Click away.

The world is evolving to an online-based society, and these golf pros are jumping right on the bandwagon. Check out some of the golf channels below and find the pro that suits your style.

Mark Crossfield, PGA golf coach at Clifton Hill Golf Range, Exeter, UK

YouTube channel: AskGolfGuru
Video views: 21,467,496
Subscribers: 56,288

Shawn Clement, CPGA certified golf instructor

YouTube channel: Wisdom in Golf
Video views: 16,627,422
Subscribers: 26,976

Paul Wilson, CPGA certified golf instructor

YouTube channel: PaulWilsonGolf
Video views: 2,491,906
Subscribers: 7,653