PGA Professional
WELCOME TO PINE RIDGE GOLF ACADEMY
Fun and friendly coaching programmes delivered by our expert golf professionals…
We want to help golfers improve their game, achieve their goals, and have more fun playing. Our pros have received the best possible training to respond individually and specifically to each player..
You set your goals and we work with you to implement your plans, have fun and continually improve your game.
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OUR PROGRAMMES
Discover the available golf lesson programme options…
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Assessments
Free Assessments designed to kickstart your golfing journey! We will be able to guide you to the coaching programme that will best suit your needs.
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Private Lessons
Personalised private coaching options including Assessments, Individual Lessons and Pick and Mix Packages with our Golf Professionals.
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New Golfers
To ensure your first steps into the game are fun and successful, we offer varying options to try or fully learn the game of golf.
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Group Coaching
We offer a variety of group-based coaching programs that are designed to help you improve your skills and build strong social connections.
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Gift Cards
Gift Cards across a range of amounts that can be redeemed with our coaching team.
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Junior Academy
An award winning programme, that will provide your children with a great introduction to golf.
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LOCATION, FACILITIES & TEAM
Pine Ridge Golf Academy
Discover our Range of Golf Lessons and Coaching Programmes at Pine Ridge…
James Ashby
Assistant PGA Professional
James Ashby
Assistant PGA Professional
James is honoured to be part of the coaching team at Pine Ridge. He’s recently worked under DP World Tour Coach Hugh Marr, Canadian PGA Tour Coach Scott Cowx, as well as virtually (yes this is a thing!) having been a world top ten coach for many months.
His golf career started in 1996 at the Dunwood Manor Golf Club near Romsey before taking the plunge to move to the USA to play full-time. He moved away from golf for quite some time mid-career to feed an entrepreneurial itch. However, his love for golf has never wilted and he re-enters the game again as a full-time coach with lots of experience. His style of coaching is delivered in an easy, relaxed yet informative way.
If you’d like to arrange a FREE Assessment or Lesson and find out where your game could go, book in now!
Jason Murray
PGA Professional
Jason Murray
PGA Professional
Jason is a PGA Professional with over 15 years of experience. Throughout his career he has taught every aspect of the game to players of all abilities, he knows that understanding the needs and objectives of each individual player is an essential part of great coaching and all relevant factors need to be considered to produce an effective course of action for success. Specialist in coaching the art and science of putting.
Martin Janssen
PGA Professional
Martin Janssen
PGA Professional
Martin has 10 years experience coaching golfers of all ages and abilities. He has a real enthusiasm for getting new golfers to get out on the course and really enjoy the game. He has always had a great passion for junior development, taking juniors from complete beginners to accomplished golfers.
Damion Berridge
Damion Berridge
PGA Professional
PGA Professional
Damion is an experienced PGA Professional, using the latest technology to get the best results for his students.
He prides himself on providing the right information at the right time to ensure great results for his students.
Andrew Simmonds
Director of Coaching
Andrew Simmonds
Director of Coaching
Director of Coaching
An expert in golf coaching, Andrew is currently managing multiple academies in the South of England, and over the past few years has written coaching programmes for the largest owner of golf clubs in the United States.
Andrew has recently taken on the role of Director of Coaching at Pine Ridge. His busy schedule means he is only delivering coaching two days per week, on a Friday and Saturday. If you are looking to achieve your next goal, Andrew’s goal based approach to improvement is guaranteed to get your there.
Book a lesson with Andrew to review your current ability, and he will make a plan for how you can achieve your goals.
Andrew Simmonds
Director of Coaching
Director of Coaching
An expert in golf coaching, Andrew is currently managing multiple academies in the South of England, and over the past few years has written coaching programmes for the largest owner of golf clubs in the United States.
Andrew has recently taken on the role of Director of Coaching at Pine Ridge. His busy schedule means he is only delivering coaching two days per week, on a Friday and Saturday. If you are looking to achieve your next goal, Andrew’s goal based approach to improvement is guaranteed to get your there.
Book a lesson with Andrew to review your current ability, and he will make a plan for how you can achieve your goals.
We have a range of coaching facilities for you to use in your golf lessons. Use the key to find out more information and the map to discover there location:
Driving Range |
Our covered driving range is located on the left had side of the car park and is open to the public 7 days a week open from 08:00-22:00. All bays boasting TopTracer ball tracking. All bays are bookable on the PineRidge website - https://pineridgegolf.co.uk/toptracer/
Putting Green |
Our well-kept putting green sits behind the clubhouse towards the 1st tee. Practice your distance putting and green reading skills on a gently sloping green that performs similarly to the greens on the course.
18 Hole Golf Course |
Opened in 1993, the course winds through gently undulating pine forest, on sandy soil that drains superbly, enabling us to keep the course in excellent playing condition all year round. At 6,458 yards from the championship tees, it’s long but still accessible to golfers of all abilities. For quality and value it has been ranked as one of the country’s top 10 public courses and golfers who discover it for the first time keep coming back for more.
Short Game Area |
We have a dedicated chipping green behind the clubhouse towards the 1st tee, it is a great way to get a feel for how your ball will react on the course. For those wanting to practice longer chips and pitches there is an area to the side of the green to be used for this. Please be aware of other players practicing.
TESTIMONIALS…
Hear what Others have to say about our Services
“I still value the coaching you offered me and the introduction to the sport at a membership level, I am playing on a regular basis now and have the bug as they say!” Martin, Club Member
"A warm and friendly club. The children learn through games which keeps them engaged. Would highly recommend." Hannah, George's mum
“I was a well-practiced beginner and thought the standard would be much higher than me and so I’d be holding the group back. The group was more mixed, very friendly and supportive. It has been friendly and worthwhile!” David, Club Member
"Martin has made significant improvements to my golf journey. His knowledge, skills and experience is what makes every lesson with him a pleasure. Book this man and you won’t be disappointed." - Matthew
"Martin was great during the assessment, he demonstrated a few adjustments to help improve my game and discussed future lessons to improve further. The video analysis was invaluable, thanks again!" - Jerry
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We have put together some frequently asked questions below to help you understand our programs and the right option for you. Click the button read our full FAQ page…
QUESTION
Do I need to be a member to take golf lessons?
ANSWER
No, all the facilities are open to the public and we encourage you to use the bar/restaurant after your lesson too.
QUESTION
How long will it take me to get to a reasonable level?
ANSWER
This will depend on previous experience and the amount of time you have to play and practice. Our individual programmes will guarantee you playing on the course with confidence in 2 months, and our learn to play golf group programme will take you from novice to confident golfer in 10 weeks!
QUESTION
Do I need my own equipment?
ANSWER
No we can supply all the necessary equipment, but if you have any please bring this along with you.
QUESTION
Where do I meet for my lesson?
ANSWER
If this is your first lesson please meet your Professional at the entrance to the driving range, that is located on the left hand side of the car park at Pine Ridge Golf Club.
QUESTION
What do I need to wear?
ANSWER
There is no dress code for lessons, please wear what is comfortable and suitable for the weather conditions. Trainers will be suitable footwear.
Pine Ridge Golf Academy is managed and operated under contract by Orbis Golf Limited. Lessons are provided by contracted self-employed golf professionals, Orbis Golf Limited act as an agent on behalf of self-employed professionals in this regard. For further information please contact [email protected]