Learning the basics of golf can help you get rid of an annoying slice or get off to a fast start if you’re a beginner. How you learn is a matter of personal choice, according to professional players such as Bubba Watson. One of the longest hitters on the PGA Tour, Watson has never had a golf lesson. He is completely self-taught and told “The Wall Street Journal” that he’ll never take a lesson. Watson’s obvious natural talent made him a quick study, but other pros such as Lee Trevino recommend taking a more structured approach to learning the game.