PGA Professional


PGA Professional Martin Janssen
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helping players achieve their goals
working with player of all ability
"Martin is an expert in
"Sam is an expert in
to get confident on course."
using the scoring method."
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PGA Professional Jason Murray
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helping players achieve their goals
has a passion for putting, based in his
"Jason is a brilliant coach who
"Sam is an expert in
putting lab at Pine Ridge."
using the scoring method."
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Meet the Coaching Team

Martin Chalcraft
Martin Chalcraft
PGA Professional
PGA Professional
With 25+ years of coaching experience, Martin help golfers of all levels make lasting improvements through tailored plans and proven methods. His coaching combines simple, effective drills with launch monitor data for insights across all areas of the game. He offers precise swing guidance that builds confidence, clarity and measurable progress.
Book a lesson with Martin to review your current ability, and he will make a plan for how you can achieve your goals.

Matt Chivers
PGA Professional
Matt Chivers
PGA Professional
PGA Professional
Matt has extensively taught all levels of golfer since turning professional in 2021. He still enjoys playing competitively in tournaments and has a genuine passion for the game. Matt strives to help his students technically, but also practically. He aims to focus on manageable goals with his students.
Book a lesson with Matt to review your current ability, and he will make a plan for how you can achieve your goals.

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
PGA Professional
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.
Our Coaching Accreditations
We continue to learn and improve our coaching skills so that we can offer the best coaching possible to our students

PGA Golf Professionals
All our coaches are PGA qualified professionals.

DBS Checked & First Aid Trained
You can be confident your children are safe with our coaches all DBS checked & first aid trained

Safe Golf Accredited Venue
To become SafeGolf accredited coaches we have had to complete all relevant safeguarding workshops and certifications
What technology do we use in lessons
Your lesson may include some of the technology listed below to enhance your learning experience but will be at the discretion of your expert coach

High Speed Video
High speed video can help you to pinpoint the specific areas of your swing that will help you to improve.

Coaching Analysis Software
Analysis of your movements will provide clarity over what you are trying to improve.

TopTracer Technology
We use technology to highlight particular areas of improvement that you need to make and to improve the learning process so that you improve quicker and reach your goals faster!

Post Lesson Feedback
We will provide feedback after each lesson to make sure you are fully aware of what it is you need to work on.
Coaching Facilities at Pine Ridge
We have a range of coaching facilities for you to use in your lessons. Use the key to find out more information and the map to discover there location:
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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/
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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.
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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.
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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
“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
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“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
“You have promoted the game in a truly refreshing way which has led to some great results, not least of which has lead me to feeling far more comfortable with my game” Mike, 12 handicap
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to be a member to take golf lessons?
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No, all the facilities are open to the public and we encourage you to use the bar/restaurant after your lesson too.
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How long will it take me to get to a reasonable level?
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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!
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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.
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Where do I meet for my lesson?
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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.
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What do I need to wear?
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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]