Golf Coaching

Josh is the Head of Golf here at Dukes Meadows and a fully qualified PGA Professional. Josh came to Dukes Meadows from Queenwood Golf Club where he did his PGA Training. Whilst at Queenwood Golf Club he had the opportunity to spend many hours with tour professionals and
learn from some of the leading coaches within the golf industry.

Josh has achieved several accreditations, including Trackman Level 1 & 2, V1 Sports Pro Certification and is a member of the GCMA (Golf Club Managers Association). Josh is a passionate coach who is eager to help you improve on all aspects of the game, whether you are an aspiring tour professional, weekend golfer or just learning the game, Josh is more than happy to help you reach your goals.

Josh believes there are many ways to swing a golf club but it is really important to find the most efficient way for each individual. The swing must be robust enough to hit the ball consistently and ultimately repeat under pressure to decrease your scores.

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Ben turned professional in 2012 by starting his PGA training at Headland Golf Club on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia.

Ben had a successful Junior and amateur career winning tournaments at both levels. Throughout Ben’s PGA training, he had success winning multiple associate Pro-Ams as well as finishing in the top 10 of the Queensland Associate Championship three years running. After completing his
training Ben went on to play on the Australasian Tour for the following six years.

Since moving to the United Kingdom, Ben has turned his attention to teaching whilst still competing in smaller tournaments throughout the UK. Ben utilises flightscope, Sportsbox 3D Technology as well as video analysis software to gain the most knowledge from his students. Ben has undergone multiple training courses through the PGA of Australia focusing on the Junior to Elite level of the sport.

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Brian has been a PGA Professional since 1991 and has been a full time coach for over 20 years, in that time he has given thousands of hours of golf lessons to players of varying standards from complete beginners to players with tour experience.

His desire to help people improve their golf has encouraged Brian to never stop learning about the golf swing and he believes that by applying a certain set of easy to follow fundamentals anyone can build a better golf game regardless of age or ability.

He particularly likes helping people improve their short game as this is one of the areas that can lower scores and give everyone greater enjoyment from their rounds.

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Richard had an illustrious amateur playing career. His highlights were British Youths Open Champion 1984 (beating a field of players including Jose-Maria Olazabal and Colin Montgomerie), Tillman Trophy Winner 1987 (after a play off with Ernie Els) and playing on the renowned Oklahoma State University Golf Team 1984-87.

Following 4 years training at Coombe Hill GC, Richard completed his PGA qualifications in 1992, then moved onto Dukes Meadows to further his passion for coaching.

In 2010, through his playing career and coaching experience, Richard was awarded PGA Advanced Professional status.

A further proud achievement was winning the prestigious Golf Foundation “Laddie Lucas Award” for services to junior golf-highlighting his talent and dedication for developing youth.

Richard’s coaching mission is to develop each individual’s joy for golf, ensuring each player has the tools to play their own best game.

Richard thoroughly enjoys the variety of coaching players at all stages of development, from absolute beginner to elite level. He takes great personal pride in supporting the progress of all his pupils.

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Brian was born in Sheffield and was caddying age 12 at Lindrick Golf Club, then on the European and USPGA Tour which ultimately led to him pursuing a career as a PGA Golf Professional.

Brian moved South in 1990 working at Chipstead GC, Purley Downs GC and The Richmond GC before moving to Dukes Meadows in 2004.

Some of his achievements include Captain South Region Assistants; Ram Golf Assistant of the Year; Surrey Assistants Captain & Champion; Winner Jimmy Tarbuck Championship; Surrey under 21 Champion; PGA Class AA Qualification; Brain Training and Mental Strengths; and County Academy Coach with the England Golf Partnership.

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Warren Fairbairn is a PGA Golf Professional with almost 30 years experience in the industry. Aged 12 he won a golf scholarship at  Foxhills Golf & Country Club. Other scholarship winners include Paul Casey and Anthony Wall.

Warren constantly evolves his coaching methods to add to his expertise and skillset ensuring he provides clients with a tailored approach that will benefit their game.

Discussing and sharing information with other coaches and players is vital for development as is his attendance at numerous teaching conferences.
Warren will work with you by analysing your swing against others, both good and bad to identify the root cause to improve multiple elements of your game.

Warren works with golfers of all levels, from total beginner to tour professional. Each lesson is uniquely tailored to suit each individuals golf style and ability. Every lesson is designed to suit each golfers needs. With two young children of his own playing golf, Warren has always enjoyed teaching the sport to children.

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Benjamin competed at major junior tournaments up and down the country for Middlesex County.

After turning his attention to coaching, Ben went to Richmond College where he represented the golf team for two years whilst studying a BTEC in Sports Coaching and Excellence. He eventually went on to do a NVQ in Golf Management.

In 2013 he turned pro and is now part of the golf team at Dukes Meadows.

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Charlotte started playing golf aged 8, inspired by her grandad – and has loved the game ever since.

Aged 18, she was awarded a golf scholarship in the US at Old Dominion, a Division 1 University. After completing her studies, she started coaching at
Mission Hills Country Club in California.

Upon returning to the UK, Charlotte joined the Dukes Meadows team as a PGA Trainee in 2021, attaining PGA Professional status just two years later  in 2023.

Her passion and drive to make the game accessible to all is clear to see in her coaching methods. Charlotte aims to provide lessons that are informative, fun and ultimately equip players with skillsets needed to navigate the golf course.

Charlotte provides individual and group lessons for players of all ages and skill levels. To help achieve players goals, lessons are tailored to the individual and in one-to-one coaching the focus is on full-swing, short-game, putting, bunkers and course management. This combined with expert video analysis all adds to the improvements in the players game.

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Picked up my first golf club at the age of 9 in Abu Dhabi and became obsessed with the game of golf. I speak English and Russian fluently.

As I travelled before settling in the UK, I have been able to learn Wing Chun, Argentine Tango and Classical Guitar, all to a high level. These practices have helped form a base for my coaching as I kept learning from different practices in the game of golf as well.

Fully Qualified as a PGA Professional here in the UK, and quickly learned that I enjoy helping people improve their golf game. The goal of my every lesson is to find the most efficient way to improve the pupil in the shortest time possible!

Worked closely with top PT instructors and Golf Coaches in the country to form my own style of coaching. In doing so I have been able to help many reduce their handicaps and enjoy playing the game. With nearly a decade of golf coaching experience, I’m positive that I’ll help you improve in any aspect of this great game.

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Chris found his love for the game at the age of 17. Deciding to turn professional in 2014, completing my PGA qualification soon after.

He joined Dukes Meadows in 2020 coaching golfers of all ages and abilities.
Chris aims to provide pupils with all the tools they need to transfer everything straight onto the golf course. Most important to him is your enjoyment of this wonderful game. His relaxed style ensures lessons are informative and fun!

Individual/Group Golf Lessons
Chris is passionate about supporting golfers on their own personal journey. He offers one-to-one coaching on any area of your game whether that’s full swing, short game, putting, bunkers, specialist shots and/or course management. For those who prefer to learn in a group, Chris is also able to offer multi-pupil lessons.

Junior Coaching
Wouldn’t it be great if your child loved golf as much as you do? What a wonderful way to spend time together, outdoors and unplugged. Chris’s lesson objectives are to help promote character development and hone the skills of junior golfers within a fun/safe environment.

Playing Lessons
A fantastic way to develop a true understanding of course management on our 9 hole, Par 3 course . Throughout the session, Chris will discuss with you how to approach a hole; select the correct targets and clubs; and develop overall hole strategy.

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A fully qualified PGA professional in 2020, she is the first UK PGA qualified female Japanese, and she is the only qualified Japanese coach in the UK.

Fume brings a vibrant blend of experiences with her to Dukes Meadows: she is a Master Graduate in Sport Nutrition Science in Japan and supports elite athletes, having also been a ski instructor.

Her journey to professional started with Dukes Meadows in 2010 as our Retail Manager. Playing regularly in a variety of tournaments for six years before turning professional in 2016.

Fumie is a natural sports coach, and brings her unique blend of skills to the role of PGA professional. From her time in golf, both coaching and playing, she knows the importance of having a golf coach work with you. Those who have worked with her can only sing her praises.

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www.sarahblythewoodgolf.com

IT DOESN’T MATTER IF IT’S YOUR FIRST OR 500TH TIME PICKING UP A GOLF CLUB I’M HERE TO HELP YOU. LET’S TEE IT UP TOGETHER IN PURSUIT OF YOUR GOLFING GOALS.

Welcome to sarahblythewoodgolf. My golfing journey to this point has been anything but typical, and perhaps, that is one of the underlying factors motivating me to show you that your golf journey doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s!

At 26, having dedicated most of my young life to playing and coaching field hockey, a family tragedy and chance encounter with an individual who believed in me enough to give me an opportunity converged, and here I am 12 years later in the position to do the same for others.

My hope is that anyone who comes here, will find something of value, that will help and encourage them in pursuit of their golfing goals.

CERTIFICATIONS

• ASQ Level 2 Certified.
• Stack & Tilt Network Instructor (in progress).
• TPi Certified
• Trackman Certified
• Enhanced DBS
• Safeguarding Children & Young People
• L3 Emergency First Aid

HIGHER EDUCATION

• Foundations in Golf Diploma (University of Birminghham, UK).
• Master of Education in Sport Leadership (Virginia Commonwealth University, USA).
• Bachelor of Arts in International Studies: World Politics & Diplomacy (University of Richmond, USA).

Achieve better contact – increase distance – control your shot shape – shoot lower scores – socialise – learn a game for life.

In-person private golf lessons
Online coaching, webinars & courses
Golf trips & organised social events
Bespoke group coaching for women
Girls golf club for junior girls
Partnerships & collaborations

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