A crisp $5 bill is sufficient to make a positive impression and ensure very good care of your vehicle and your sticks, but two or three dollars will get the job done as well. There’s no expectation of a tip at the pro shop counter when you check in for your tee time.
How much do you pay for golf lessons?
Golf instruction rate is usually $60 an hour and I got a package deal on 3 lessons. Thanks in advance. More sharing options... Who said they "rely" on the tips? I had a few guys tip me this year. It was appreciated, noticed, and guaranteed they'd get some extra special attention later on. As much as I'd like to say I give all
Do you tip the Pro for golf lessons?
You are paying for a series of lessons and when there up there up no tip needed. If the pro does a great job send him a thank you card saying your golf game improved and here is something for the effort. If you don't click with the pro and your game doesen't get any better move on.
How much do you tip a caddie on a golf course?
The minimum tip per person to a caddie should be around $50. And of course, offer to grab them a snack or drink at the turn. Keep in mind caddies are probably receiving less than half of the property's caddie fee (which is usually $60-80).
How much should you tip your golf bag?
They may shuttle you to meet up with your group, provide iced or wet towels or grab range balls for you. I once had someone who worked at a posh resort course in Florida say that golfers should tip the bag drop $20 per person minimum. Minimum? That's a bit much.
Should you tip a golf pro for lessons?
Have you come to the club to take a lesson from a teaching pro? Don't worry too much about tipping, unless you came back next week after shooting your career low round. Two teaching pros we talked to at prestigious clubs in Phoenix and Chicago say the tip isn't expected.
How much do you tip a starter at a golf course?
Standard tip is $2-$3 per bag, maybe $5 if you want to make sure they assist you after the round. Tips for the starter aren't necessary unless the starter is doing something special for you. Most starters simply check you in at the first tee, maybe announce that it is your turn to tee off.
Do you tip the starter at a golf course?
Again, keep in mind that you normally won't tip a starter, especially at a private club, and certainly no tip is expected of you. But if your local public course is badly backed up on a Sunday morning a $10-$20 tip may just go a long way in getting your round to commence at an earlier time.
Do you tip for sports lessons?
The normal range of service Tips are 15-20% of the lesson price. Students should give what they can afford, and what reflects their level of appreciation.
How much do you tip golf caddy?
According to Whidden, a caddie should be tipped about 40 to 50 percent of the green fee. And the group should split the forecaddie tip evenly, usually between $50 and $100 in total.
How much do pros tip caddies?
A caddie might make 5% or 6% if his player makes the cut, 7% or 8% for a top-10 finish and 10% for a victory.
Do you tip at a country club?
Country clubs are where rich people go to play and they like to take care of employees. Always bring some extra cash with you even if a member is paying for your guest fee or lunch. You don't have to tip as much as members do, but make sure to throw some cash to the outside service and locker room employees.
What should I expect from my first golf lesson?
You can expect your first lesson to be a mini-interview. Answer questions truthfully. Don't tell your instructor what's wrong with your swing. Instead, talk about what's been going wrong.
What is tipping in golf shaft?
“Tipping” or “tip trimming,” as it's sometimes called, means trimming a club shaft from the clubhead end, not from the grip end where it's most often cut.
Are you supposed to tip a golf coach?
Golf instructors provide a service. The service is to help you become a better player. In most service-type businesses, a job well done will receive a tip. If you feel as though the golf lesson that you just took really helped your golf game, then do not hesitate to tip.
Do you tip private coaches?
Swann's rule is, when it comes to people who charge you a consistent fee, give them the cost of one service. If you pay your personal trainer $100 per session, for instance, that's how much you should tip.
Should you tip a coach?
If you're renting a full-size charter bus and your passengers are chipping in to cover gratuity, consider asking everyone to contribute $3 – $5 for a half- or full-day trip and $6 – $10 per day for a multiday trip.
How much does a forecaddie cost?
For a forecaddie, about $20 to $25 per player . For a caddie toting just your bag -- around $40 to $50 -- a little less for a double bag because the other player should be tipping said caddie, too. But if you want to be safe, don't be afraid to ask the head pro or director of golf.
Should you take care of a golf cart when dropping off a group?
There are certainly exceptions, though. If you're dropping off an entire group or two, you should probably take care of them in the beginning and at the end, especially if they're running your bags to the golf carts as well.
Can you tip at the end of a golf round?
Often, the person who takes your clubs at bag drop also takes care of bags at the end of the round, so you're probably okay just tipping at the end. At some courses, tips are actually pooled, so taking care of them once is okay there, too. There are certainly exceptions, though.
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What should I tip a caddie?
Years ago we visited at a private club with an overnight lodge. Upon arrival, we were told we had caddies and we did what we thought was the right thing: we asked the head pro what the customary tip was here.
What should I tip a forecaddie?
Forecaddies are different from walking caddies. They will rake traps, provide guidance on tee boxes, read some putts and help spot balls. There is usually one per foursome so don't expect them to get you every yardage in the fairway or break of the green. You can tip less per golfer since there are four of you.
Locker room attendant
The classier locker rooms in resort or private golf come staffed with an attendant. The great ones will greet you upon entry and make you feel at home. At a recent day spent at Oakland Hills, the attendant was sure to go out of my way to greet me, show me around and cleaned my spikes while I had a drink in the bar in my socks.
Valet
Some higher-end golf courses or private clubs have valet parking. Some even have mandatory valet. Valet parking is usually complimentary but in some cases there is a fee. The fee never goes to the valet (who usually makes close to minimum wage or is paid a flat fee by the shift) but to the company or property.
Do I tip a golf course starter or ranger?
Starters and rangers generally don't receive tips, unless perhaps they squeeze you into a jammed tee sheet or go above and beyond in other ways. Most of them are retired and have the job for free golf, socialization and finding balls in the weeds during their patrols.
Gator Hazard
I have my first one hour golf lesson today and was hoping someone could tell me if they tip their golf instructors afterwards, and if so, what is a good tip rate today for that type of service? Golf instruction rate is usually $60 an hour and I got a package deal on 3 lessons.
Mr. Desmond
If they are an independent contractor and don't give their fee to the range, ala Hank Haney's instructors, then a tip is not necessary.
Gator Hazard
I never thought about that. He is not employed at the golf course but uses it for golf instruction. Thank you very much for the information.
Patch
I always thought that monetary tips were based on services rendered by those workers who depended on tips in addition to a smaller wage, for part of their take home pay. If the "personal" service given warranted a tip, then I would tip. If the service was poor, then no I would not tip. My key is personal service.
Mr. Desmond
I don't think the OP said the instructor requested tips -- he wanted to know what is customary.
Gator Hazard
This is why I had asked. I did not want to offend or insult if a tip is out of place. I'm from Vegas where tipping is a way of life and includes more than minimum wage workers. Had also thought about a gift or gift card around holidays. Will go that route if stick with him.
dennyjones
I took lessons during the winter and bought my instructor a gift certificate. He didn't expect it but appreciated it.
