How much should lessons from a top pro cost?

bfdlad

bfdlad

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I was looking around at 2-3 day pool clinics. I know we just had one in town but what should it cost to get a 2-3 day school from a top pro? Any ideas? I found one that seemed really out there as far as pricing goes and I was wondering if anyone actually pays that? Let me know,
 
I have talked to a few that charge about $60 per hour. Make sure that the player you select to give you lessons is a good teacher. Just because someone is a great player doesn't necessarily make them a great teacher. Good luck.
 
bfdlad said:
I was looking around at 2-3 day pool clinics. I know we just had one in town but what should it cost to get a 2-3 day school from a top pro? Any ideas? I found one that seemed really out there as far as pricing goes and I was wondering if anyone actually pays that? Let me know,
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I think the "Pool School in Paradise" format is as much wonderful pool vacation as pool learning experience. A friend of mine went to it, and was satisfied with the experience. I took lessons from Jimmy Caras a few years ago, and he charged $20/hour and apologized for charging so much. I wish I had gotten more time there. In general top instructors, especially if you're are looking to work on your fundamental, will charge between $50 and $100 per hour for individual lessons. Often clinics are less expensive per hour but you get less attention. Some specialized lessons cost more.

If you have never taken lessons before, I'd recommend trying a local instructor. That way you can repeat short lessons as needed and you will see how well you can learn from them. Not all instructors suit all students.
 
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Top pro player or top pro instructor...not the same

bfdlad...Your question centers around getting lessons from a top pro player, as opposed to a top pro instructor. Quite different, imo. While a top pro player may have the skills to play, they may or may not have the skills to communicate how to transfer those skills to someone else (or at least point them in a direction). A top instructor, on the other hand, will most certainly have the communication skills, as well as the playing skills, to be able to work with any ability player...from beginner to professional. Prices vary on pool schools, from a few hundred to a couple of thousand dollars (to spend time with 'celebrity' pro players). The SPF pool schools have been shown to be an excellent value to 98% of all who have attended.

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

bfdlad said:
I was looking around at 2-3 day pool clinics. I know we just had one in town but what should it cost to get a 2-3 day school from a top pro? Any ideas? I found one that seemed really out there as far as pricing goes and I was wondering if anyone actually pays that? Let me know,
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bfdlad said:
I was looking around at 2-3 day pool clinics. I know we just had one in town but what should it cost to get a 2-3 day school from a top pro? Any ideas? I found one that seemed really out there as far as pricing goes and I was wondering if anyone actually pays that? Let me know,
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Scott Lee posted below. I've been to a fair number of instructors over the years and Scott and Randy G. are among 2 of 3 instructors I felt improved my game and Randy and Scott are the only ones who I felt made a significant difference in a relatively short time. I don't know if Scott or Randy have ever been among top pro players, but they are both outstanding instructors and Randy's Pool School is an excellent investment.
Give it a thought if they get around your way.
 
Scott Lee is a great instructor. He helped me get a basic understanding of what I was actually doing.

He also pointed out many things NOT to do that I was doing.

I knew not to do those things but did not know I was doing them but it was obvious given the video he took during the lesson.

He did it all very gracefully and professionally. I know it was worth the $$$ I spent.

I only wish I had more time to devote to the training. What I mean is the knowledge is one thing but it must be ingrained to be effective and I have done some of that but I could stand more time spent training the basics.

Lessons are only effective if they are implemented and you have to be willing to change if something needs to be changed.

Thanks Scott.
 
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Tony Robles

Not only because myself and Tony are very close but in my opinion, he is the greatest pool instructor around. Also like Easy stated, "Just because your a world class player, does not mean your a good instructor". I have seen people get robbed over the years, and I would feel real bad BUT..........................
Tony charges around $65 hr. you can't beat that w/ a stick. I have seen instructors telling stories or working on the same shot w/ people for hours. Or teach someone how to draw the cue when the person did not even understand how to grip the cue the correct way. Not to mention over hearing those poolhall champs trying to show someone how to run out when they can't run two balls in a row:D . That always got on my last nerve.

Frankie
 
av84fun said:
Sign me up! You take checks don't you....like...check with me later!

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Ok. You know the price hike is due to inflation and I refuse to lower my prices. Seriously.
 
frankwhite said:
Not only because myself and Tony are very close but in my opinion, he is the greatest pool instructor around. Also like Easy stated, "Just because your a world class player, does not mean your a good instructor". I have seen people get robbed over the years, and I would feel real bad BUT..........................
Tony charges around $65 hr. you can't beat that w/ a stick. I have seen instructors telling stories or working on the same shot w/ people for hours. Or teach someone how to draw the cue when the person did not even understand how to grip the cue the correct way. Not to mention over hearing those poolhall champs trying to show someone how to run out when they can't run two balls in a row:D . That always got on my last nerve.

Frankie
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I agree that Tony is GREAT...and also one of the nicest guys on planet earth.

Scott Lee is also super-good. I would also recommend the Pool School put on a couple of times a year by Allison Fisher and Gerda Hofstatter. They are great teachers.

Regards,
Jim
 
frankwhite said:
Not only because myself and Tony are very close but in my opinion, he is the greatest pool instructor around...

Frankie
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A lot of people have said that. I'd love to find out personally, but I'm not dragging my lazy butt to NY/NJ. Too bad the Joss Tour doesn't still come up my way...
 
A hustler in the Northeast, Joe Pavao, otherwise known as "Joe P", used to charge $50 a lesson back when that was a lot of money. Why, I asked ? Why so much ?

"Sir, if you didn't spend that much, you'll never remember anything I teach you."


tim
 
Scott Lee said:
bfdlad...Your question centers around getting lessons from a top pro player, as opposed to a top pro instructor. Quite different, imo. While a top pro player may have the skills to play, they may or may not have the skills to communicate how to transfer those skills to someone else (or at least point them in a direction). A top instructor, on the other hand, will most certainly have the communication skills, as well as the playing skills, to be able to work with any ability player...from beginner to professional. Prices vary on pool schools, from a few hundred to a couple of thousand dollars (to spend time with 'celebrity' pro players). The SPF pool schools have been shown to be an excellent value to 98% of all who have attended.

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
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What Scott said. Not to say that some of the high end players wouldn't do a smash up job teaching, but Top Pro and Top Pro instructor aren't the same (usally).

Pete
 
Mike Sigel wanted to charge me $500-$700 per hour last year. If I had the time I would have done it, but couldn't squeeze it in. I think hearing the inner thoughts of one of the greatest ever would be worth that price.
 
Pool in Paradise sounds like a great vacation/school, but have you seen the price? I believe Tony Robles is well over the $65 mentioned above. I went to the pool school with Randyg, Scott Lee, and Joe Tucker. I think it was a great program at a reasonable price. I have taken lessons from several people including some top pro players. I do not believe I ever had a "bad" lesson, but the pool school program is outstanding. I cannot believe that anyone would come away saying anything negative about the program.
 
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