Golf is a great sport, becoming a clubgolf
volunteer is great fun, we will give you all the skills to confidently
lead a group session in your area. Below are our most frequently
asked questions, however if you have any further questions please
don't hesitate to contact us.
Q.
Do I need to be a low handicap golfer to become a PGA Level
1 coach?
A.
No, you
will be demonstrating and teaching the fundamentals of
putting, chipping, full swing, pitching and bunker play
so you don’t
even need to be an expert golfer.
Q.
Do I need to have coaching experience?
A.
No, you will learn how and what to coach on the PGA Level
1 course.
Q.
Am I too old?
A.
No, you just need to be enthusiastic about golf and have
an interest in the future development of your club.
Q.
How much does it cost to become a qualified volunteer coach?
A.
It’s £130
per volunteer
Q.
How do I become a PGA Level 1 golf coach?
A.
There are 3 requirements to become a Level 1 PGA Golf coach:
Attend and pass the PGA Level 1 training course (weekend course)
Apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from Disclosure Scotland (do through your golf club)
Attend a Safeguarding & Protecting Children course run by (3 hour evening course)
