Give the lesson a job
Pick one thing you want to leave with: a playable tee shot, a short-game routine or a clearer practice plan. Tell the instructor your experience, goals and any physical limits before choosing a lesson package.
Compare the actual instruction
City Golf Boston and Five Iron Golf publish Boston instruction options. Hillview also posts individual instructor rates; its PGA professional’s private lesson is listed at $90 for half an hour or $160 for an hour, with different rates for other instructors. Confirm the instructor and session length before comparing prices.
Ask what comes with the hour
Check whether balls, a simulator bay, rental clubs, video or a written practice plan are included. Ask about cancellation and package expiry. A lesson price is only useful when you know the session and instructor it refers to.
Leave time to use the advice
Plan a practice session after the lesson and before the next one. If you are new, ask for a small set of drills you can repeat safely and understand without the instructor beside you. Buy another package when you know the format suits you.
Sources and current booking information
Reviewed October 6, 2026. Prices and access can change; use the operator's terms for your date.
