I believe that casual golfers don’t need to spend money on golf lessons. 

All the information is out there for free - how to stand, hold the club, basic swing techniques. 

I also believe that golf courses should be giving away basic instruction for free. It’s the ideal gateway drug for bringing people into the game - it’s a great business decision for owners. 

That said, golf isn’t free. You’ll avoid a ton of headaches and disappointment if you own up to the fact that good golf takes work.