Golf lessons are definitely the way to go if you are serious about improving your game. It's even better if people get lessons first before building bad habits.

There is a guy I watch on youtube called Mark Crossfield who I have always wished I could get lessons from. The difference between an average coach and a great coach is being able to communicate with the client. Mark does this very well, which is why he has the following he does.

Good luck and stay the course. Try your best not to become impatient along the way and most of all enjoy the journey!