FAQ

Golf lessons: frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about coaching with me, in person at Keele Golf Centre or online. Can't find your answer? Get in touch.

Getting started

Where do you coach?

In person at Keele Golf Centre near Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, from Wednesday to Saturday. I also coach golfers anywhere in the world online through the Skillest app.

I'm a beginner. Is coaching right for me?

Absolutely. I coach complete beginners, high handicappers and single-figure golfers. Starting with good habits is much easier than fixing bad ones later.

What's the best way to get started?

For most golfers, it's the Complete Player Assessment. In one hour we find what's holding your game back and build your plan. If you'd rather talk first, book a free 15-minute chat.

What happens on the free 15-minute chat?

It's a relaxed Zoom call on a Monday or Tuesday. We talk about your game, your goals and what's holding you back, and work out which coaching would suit you. There's no obligation.

Lessons at Keele Golf Centre

When are in-person lessons available?

In-person coaching runs from Wednesday to Saturday. You can see live availability and book online through Skillest.

What should I bring?

Your own clubs and comfortable clothes you can swing in. Arrive a few minutes early so you can loosen up before we start.

What technology do you use?

Depending on the session, Trackman to measure your ball and club, Sportsbox 3D swing analysis, HackMotion wrist data, video analysis and a TPI movement screening. It's all there to find the real cause of your bad shots, then I explain it in plain English.

Do I keep my lesson videos?

Yes. Your videos, analysis and drills are uploaded to your Skillest account, so you can look back at them whenever you practise.

The Complete Player Programme

What is the Complete Player Programme?

Monthly coaching with regular sessions, a TPI screening, technology-led analysis and support between sessions on Skillest. It comes in three tiers: Essential, Committed and Platinum. See the programme.

When can I join?

Any time. There's no fixed start date, so you can join in whichever month suits you. Take 20% off your first month with code COMPLETE20.

Can I cancel?

Yes. The programme is monthly with no minimum term, so you can cancel anytime.

Online coaching

How does online coaching work?

You film your swing on your phone and upload it to Skillest. I send back a video breakdown with drills and a plan, and you can message me with questions between lessons.

What do I need?

A smartphone and somewhere to hit balls, like a driving range, practice ground or net. A phone tripod makes filming easier, but a friend holding your phone works too.

Why are online prices in US dollars?

Online coaching is paid through Skillest, which charges in US dollars. Your bank converts it automatically, so you pay in pounds as normal.

Prices and booking

How much do golf lessons cost?

The Complete Player Assessment is £39.99, single lessons start at £60, and the Complete Player Programme starts at £69 a month. Online plans start at $69 a month. See every option.

How do I book and pay?

Everything is booked and paid securely online through Skillest. Choose a time that suits you and you'll get your confirmation straight away.

Can I buy coaching as a gift?

Online lessons can be sent as a gift through Skillest. For in-person coaching, get in touch and I'll sort it for you.

Still have a question?

Book a free 15-minute chat and ask me anything about your game and the right coaching for you.