You might have heard of Cleveland’s Scoring Clinics, which are taking place across the U.S. this summer to help golfers improve their wedge games. I was able to attend a Scoring Clinic at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex in Sacramento, Calif., which lasted about 90 minutes and included 20 golfers, most of whom had never experienced a club fitting or lesson before.

The event opened with a discussion about why the short game is so important and the differences in wedge design. Participants were then broken up into groups and rotated through three stations: full swing, bunker play and pitching/chipping. The clinic was lead by Cleveland’s Northern California rep, Eddie Seefeldt, with instruction from a pair of Haggin Oaks teaching professionals, Greg Ciavarelli and Calvin Carpenter.

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A fundamental key to shooting lower scores is improving scoring inside 125 yards. Many golfers struggle as they get closer to the green because they lack the proper tools and technique needed for wedge shots. They often have large yardage gaps between clubs, causing the need for partial swings. When coupled with poor mechanics, partial shots can turn important scoring opportunities into a guessing game.

Throw into the mix OEMs offering wedges with lofts that range from 46-to-64 degrees with a variety of bounce angles and grinds and consumers can be easily confused about what setup gives them the best chance to shoot their lowest score. Cleveland’s Scoring Clinics are a solution, giving an education in wedge design, instruction from a certified teaching professional and fitting of a Cleveland 588 RTX wedge all for just $125.

The reception from the participants was incredible and everyone I spoke with enjoyed the experience. Many players added more than one new wedge to their bag, each fit for their swing. Some players clicked well with the instructors and wanted to get their first private lessons. One man told me he was so pleased with how well the wedge fitting went he wanted to get fit for a set of irons.

Learning fundamentals and getting properly fit provide a solid foundation to build and improve your golf game.

Check here to find a Cleveland Scoring Clinic near you.