Garry Rippy

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Garry Rippy

Garry Rippy

Golf Instructor

Austin, Texas

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PGA Teaching Professional
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Garry Rippy is a Teaching Professional at Barton Creek Golf Academy in Austin, Texas. Garry offers private and group golf lessons for golfers of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or an experienced player working to lower your scores, Garry can help you reach your goals. Contact Garry to schedule a lesson in Austin, Texas.

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Barton Creek Golf Academy
ZIP Code
78735-1406
Address
8212 Barton Club Dr
(512) 301-1054
Description
Garry Rippy is a PGA Quarter Century Member and Staff Instructor at the Barton Creek Golf Academy in Austin, Texas. With over 40 years of experience teaching and playing competitive golf, Garry formerly served as Head Golf Professional at TPC at The Woodlands for over 12 years. His competitive resume includes 8 wins on the STPGA Senior Series Tour, the 2006 STPGA Section Senior Championship, and competing in 3 PGA Tour events and the 2005 Champions Tour Q-School Finals. He also serves as Player Development Coordinator for the Austin Public Links. Lesson rates start at 25/hour for juniors and 35-150/hour for adults.
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How much do golf lessons cost in Austin?

Prices vary by format and instructor experience. As a general guide:

  • Private (1-on-1): $75–$175 per hour
  • Group clinics: $25–$60 per person
  • Junior lessons: $40–$80 per session
  • Playing lessons (on-course): $150–$250+
  • Lesson packages: 10–20% off single-lesson rates

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PGA of America certification is the gold standard. Also look for LPGA Teaching Division, TPI (Titleist Performance Institute), and USGTF credentials.

How many golf lessons do I need as a beginner?

Most beginners need 6–10 lessons before feeling comfortable playing a full round. Lessons 1–2 focus on grip, stance, and basic mechanics. By lessons 3–5 you'll add chipping and putting. A solid beginner package typically costs $400–$800 total.

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Yes — many instructors in Austin offer junior-specific programs and group clinics. Junior lessons typically run $40–$80 per session.

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Reviews from Around the Web

5 avg (6 reviews)
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— Student
Garry has lowered my handicap more than any other instructor or golf school. He instructs based on the fundamentals and your swing, not some model perfect swing.
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— Greg R.
First rate experience. Simplified lesson so that we concentrated on immediate need.
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— Samuel B.
He does an incredible job relating to the player and their goals, as well as developing a plan to improve going forward.
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— Chris P.
Working with Garry has been amazing. He is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to understand your goals so you get the most out of each lesson.
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— Don K.
He taught me a lot in a short period of time. He also followed up with notes to remember set up.
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— Don B.
Quickly saw some things I was doing that were hindering my putting. He introduced me to several tools to help me improve.
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