I would also ask around to find the best instructor, course, etc before
booking it.

TL
MC



Also, if they are "advanced beginners", then they already have rods and
other gear of some description. Giving them more gear is not likely to
help them much.

Showing them how to use what they have, or giving them the means to
choose their own, will give them a very great deal more than just gear.

TL
MC