The phrase "beginner stage" refers to the earliest or starting point in learning or doing something. It is when someone is just starting and has little experience or knowledge about a specific activity or subject. Full definition
We were just past beginner stage when we went to Costa Rica but after five days with Cesar we were catching quite decent green waves. (crsurfschool.com)
One thing which is earning a lot of interest for this game is the fact that among the development team there are people who worked on BioShock Infinite among other games, which means that the experience level behind the game, even though coming from an indie studio, was not at beginner stage, like most independent developers are. (invisioncommunity.co.uk)
Most of the bodybuilders do a full body workout in their beginner stage and as they become stronger, they substitute it with a more «advanced» split routine.In my opinion, the full body workout has its place in bodybuilding and not only beginners should use it. (fitnessandpower.com)