The PGA, PGA professionals &amp; Prostate Cancer UK talk golf, health and why they are getting behind a new NHS campaign to save men’s lives

The PGA, PGA professionals &amp; Prostate Cancer UK talk golf, health and why they are getting behind a new NHS campaign to save men’s lives

Episode 38 - The next 30 seconds could save your life

To coincide with the launch of The PGA’s new Find a Golf Lesson platform, we’re back with another special episode of PGA LIVE – The Podcast. Host Alex Perry (National Club Golfer) speaks to three keen golfers - Sinead (36 handicap), Karl (7 handicap) and Hanna (+3 handicap) to talk about their experience of having a golf lesson with a PGA Professional.

To coincide with the launch of The PGA’s new Find a Golf Lesson platform, we’re back with another special episode of PGA LIVE – The Podcast. Host Alex Perry (National Club Golfer) speaks to three keen golfers - Sinead (36 handicap), Karl (7 handicap) and Hanna (+3 handicap) to talk about their experience of having a golf lesson with a PGA Professional.

Episode 37 - How a Lesson With a PGA Pro Improved my Game

Sean Foley

We are joined by one of the biggest names in golf instruction - Sean Foley, who coached Tiger Woods for four years between 2010 and 2014. Born and raised outside of Toronto, Foley set out to be a teacher of elite players after watching David Leadbetter work with Nick Faldo on the range at the RBC Canadian Open in 1988. He played college golf at Tennessee State University and went on to begin his teaching career at Glen Abbey GC. Foley boasts a hugely impressive CV and his current stable of stars includes Olympic Champion Justin Rose, fellow Englishman and former Masters winner Danny Willett, and two-time PGA Tour winner Cameron Champ.

We are joined by one of the biggest names in golf instruction - Sean Foley, who coached Tiger Woods for four years between 2010 and 2014. Born and raised outside of Toronto, Foley set out to be a teacher of elite players after watching David Leadbetter work with Nick Faldo on the range at the RBC Canadian Open in 1988. He played college golf at Tennessee State University and went on to begin his teaching career at Glen Abbey GC. Foley boasts a hugely impressive CV and his current stable of stars includes Olympic Champion Justin Rose, fellow Englishman and former Masters winner Danny Willett, and two-time PGA Tour winner Cameron Champ.

Episode 36 - Sean Foley - Coaching one of golf's all-time greats

To celebrate the launch of The PGA’s Find a Golf Lesson platform, Alex Perry (Editor – National Club Golfer) asks three PGA Professionals why people should invest in a golf lesson. Alex is joined by PGA Captain Elect and Head Teaching Professional at Three Rivers Golf Club, Sarah Bennett, Chris Ryan, who is currently based at the Marriott Forest of Arden, and Joe Feather, Academy Manager at Leeds Golf Centre. All three PGA Members talk through the process of having a golf lesson and explain how PGA Professionals can improve your game, whether you are new to golf or want to improve your game.

To celebrate the launch of The PGA’s Find a Golf Lesson platform, Alex Perry (Editor – National Club Golfer) asks three PGA Professionals why people should invest in a golf lesson. Alex is joined by PGA Captain Elect and Head Teaching Professional at Three Rivers Golf Club, Sarah Bennett, Chris Ryan, who is currently based at the Marriott Forest of Arden, and Joe Feather, Academy Manager at Leeds Golf Centre. All three PGA Members talk through the process of having a golf lesson and explain how PGA Professionals can improve your game, whether you are new to golf or want to improve your game.

Episode 35 - Why have a lesson with a PGA Professional?

Clive Woodward

In this very special PGA LIVE – The Podcast episode, we are joined by England's Rugby World Cup-winning coach and Team GB's former Director of Sport, Sir Clive Woodward (OBE). As a rugby union player, Woodward won 21 caps for England before going on to coach the national team between 1997 and 2004, the highlight of which was leading England to the Rugby World Cup title in 2003. Woodward also went on to coach the British &amp; Irish Lions on their tour to New Zealand in 2005. More recently, Woodward has acted as Director of Elite Performance and Director of Sport for the British Olympic Association (BOA). As a huge golf fan and keen player, Woodward speaks to PGA LIVE - The Podcast on a number of interesting topics, including: golf at the Olympics, improving female participation, the importance of great coaching and making the game more accessible.

In this very special PGA LIVE – The Podcast episode, we are joined by England's Rugby World Cup-winning coach and Team GB's former Director of Sport, Sir Clive Woodward (OBE). As a rugby union player, Woodward won 21 caps for England before going on to coach the national team between 1997 and 2004, the highlight of which was leading England to the Rugby World Cup title in 2003. Woodward also went on to coach the British &amp; Irish Lions on their tour to New Zealand in 2005. More recently, Woodward has acted as Director of Elite Performance and Director of Sport for the British Olympic Association (BOA). As a huge golf fan and keen player, Woodward speaks to PGA LIVE - The Podcast on a number of interesting topics, including: golf at the Olympics, improving female participation, the importance of great coaching and making the game more accessible.

Episode 34 - My Admiration for golf and PGA Professionals with Sir Clive Woodward

Alex Perry (National Club Golfer) is joined by Richard Barker (PGA Executive Director - Business Development) to talk about the Association's brand new digital platform - Find a Golf Lesson. Designed for novices and seasoned players alike, Find a Golf Lesson enables you to search for and connect with a trusted PGA Professional in just a few clicks. Each Pro has a dedicated profile, outlining their expertise and coaching services, as well as location and contact details. CLICK HERE to find out more about Find a Golf Lesson.

Alex Perry (National Club Golfer) is joined by Richard Barker (PGA Executive Director - Business Development) to talk about the Association's brand new digital platform - Find a Golf Lesson. Designed for novices and seasoned players alike, Find a Golf Lesson enables you to search for and connect with a trusted PGA Professional in just a few clicks. Each Pro has a dedicated profile, outlining their expertise and coaching services, as well as location and contact details. <a href="https://www.pga.info/find-a-golf-lesson" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> to find out more about Find a Golf Lesson.

Episode 33 - 'Find a Golf Lesson' - All you need to know!

We speak to former LPGA Tour star and six-time Solheim Cup player, Dottie Pepper about her career in golf. Pepper excelled as a golfer as a junior and went on to play on the LPGA Tour for 17 years, winning 17 times and claiming two Major championships. She represented the United States six times in the Solheim Cup matches, compiling a 13-5-2 record, before retiring from competitive golf in 2004. Since then, Pepper covers all levels of televised golf for ESPN, the Golf Channel, NBC, and CBS. She was the recipient of the 2016 William D. Richardson Award, presented by the Golf Writers Association of America, for her consistently outstanding contributions to golf, and in 2018 she was inducted to the New York State Golf Association Hall of Fame.

We speak to former LPGA Tour star and six-time Solheim Cup player, Dottie Pepper about her career in golf. Pepper excelled as a golfer as a junior and went on to play on the LPGA Tour for 17 years, winning 17 times and claiming two Major championships. She represented the United States six times in the Solheim Cup matches, compiling a 13-5-2 record, before retiring from competitive golf in 2004. Since then, Pepper covers all levels of televised golf for ESPN, the Golf Channel, NBC, and CBS. She was the recipient of the 2016 William D. Richardson Award, presented by the Golf Writers Association of America, for her consistently outstanding contributions to golf, and in 2018 she was inducted to the New York State Golf Association Hall of Fame.

Episode 32 - Letters to a Future Champion with Dottie Pepper

Stuart Morgan

Ahead of the eagerly anticipated 2020 Ryder Cup, we are joined by high performance coach Stuart Morgan, a PGA Member who works with elite golfers and tour players to improve their performance on the golf course. Stuart is currently coaching Bernd Wiesberger, who will become the first Austrian golfer to represent Austria at the Ryder Cup this week. Stuart talks about his role with eight-time European Tour winner Wiesberger and how he will be supporting the 35-year-old at Whistling Straits.

Ahead of the eagerly anticipated 2020 Ryder Cup, we are joined by high performance coach Stuart Morgan, a PGA Member who works with elite golfers and tour players to improve their performance on the golf course. Stuart is currently coaching Bernd Wiesberger, who will become the first Austrian golfer to represent Austria at the Ryder Cup this week. Stuart talks about his role with eight-time European Tour winner Wiesberger and how he will be supporting the 35-year-old at Whistling Straits.

Episode 31 - Coaching at the Ryder Cup with Stuart Morgan

Alison Nicholas

For this Solheim Cup special episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, we are joined by former European Tour and American Tour player Alison Nicholas, who now coaches as a PGA Professional at Redditch Golf Club and The Midlands Indoor Golf Performance Centre in Cannock. Nicholas' playing career in golf spanned from 1980 to 2004 and saw her win 18 professional titles, including the 1997 US Open, establishing herself as one of Europe's most successful players. ​​Alison’s career has been in entwined with the Solheim Cup. She represented Europe in the inaugural Solheim Cup in 1990 and went on to play in six matches, with memorable victories in 1992, 2000 and 2003. Alison has also been heavily involved in role of Vice Captain (2003 &amp; 2005) and Captain (2009 &amp; 2011).

For this Solheim Cup special episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, we are joined by former European Tour and American Tour player Alison Nicholas, who now coaches as a PGA Professional at Redditch Golf Club and The Midlands Indoor Golf Performance Centre in Cannock. Nicholas' playing career in golf spanned from 1980 to 2004 and saw her win 18 professional titles, including the 1997 US Open, establishing herself as one of Europe's most successful players. ​​Alison’s career has been in entwined with the Solheim Cup. She represented Europe in the inaugural Solheim Cup in 1990 and went on to play in six matches, with memorable victories in 1992, 2000 and 2003. Alison has also been heavily involved in role of Vice Captain (2003 &amp; 2005) and Captain (2009 &amp; 2011).

Episode 30 - Walking Tall with Alison Nicholas

In this podcast, Gareth Shaw (PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator) speaks to Australian PGA Professional and short game expert, Grant Field.  Field is one of the leading golf coaches in the world and is a Director and Head of Coaching at Grant Field Golf, based at Pelican Waters Golf Club. He is also the Head Coach for Golf Queensland, the current Men's State Coach, and is the Head Coach of the Queensland Academy of Sport.  Field is the long-time coach to PGA Tour star Cameron Smith, winner of the 2017 Zurich Classic, the 2020 Sony Open and two time winner of the Australian PGA Championship.  He is one of only a handful of coaches to be accredited with the AimPoint Green Reading Certification in Australia and in 2018 Field was named the Australian Team Coach for the Eisenhower Cup in Ireland.

In this podcast, Gareth Shaw (PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator) speaks to Australian PGA Professional and short game expert, Grant Field.  Field is one of the leading golf coaches in the world and is a Director and Head of Coaching at Grant Field Golf, based at Pelican Waters Golf Club. He is also the Head Coach for Golf Queensland, the current Men's State Coach, and is the Head Coach of the Queensland Academy of Sport.  Field is the long-time coach to PGA Tour star Cameron Smith, winner of the 2017 Zurich Classic, the 2020 Sony Open and two time winner of the Australian PGA Championship.  He is one of only a handful of coaches to be accredited with the AimPoint Green Reading Certification in Australia and in 2018 Field was named the Australian Team Coach for the Eisenhower Cup in Ireland.

Episode 29 - Coaching on the Sunshine Coast with Grant Field

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PGA LIVE - The Podcast returns for a very special episode to kick-off this year's Women and Girls’ Golf Week. We are joined by some very special guests to talk about #WhyIGolf - an online campaign promoting female participation at all levels and challenging negative perceptions about the game. England Golf trio Toni Zverblis (Participation &amp; Development Campaigns Manager), Lauren Spray (Women and Girls in Golf Manager) and Helen Searle (PGA Professional and England Golf Club Support Officer) talk about their love for the game and how this year's Women and Girls’ Golf Week is expected to be bigger and better than ever before. Jackie Davidson, Assistant Director Golf Development at The R&amp;A, provides an insightful perspective from The R&amp;A, while Sally Hinton, Senior PGA Teaching Professional at Close House Golf Club, talks about her career in golf. We are also joined by Emma Ballard, Editor - Women and Golf, to explain why Women and Girls' Golf Week is such an important initiative.

PGA LIVE - The Podcast returns for a very special episode to kick-off this year's <a href="https://www.englandgolf.org/play-golf/whyigolf/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Women and Girls’ Golf Week</a>. We are joined by some very special guests to talk about #WhyIGolf - an online campaign promoting female participation at all levels and challenging negative perceptions about the game. England Golf trio Toni Zverblis (Participation &amp; Development Campaigns Manager), Lauren Spray (Women and Girls in Golf Manager) and Helen Searle (PGA Professional and England Golf Club Support Officer) talk about their love for the game and how this year's Women and Girls’ Golf Week is expected to be bigger and better than ever before. Jackie Davidson, Assistant Director Golf Development at The R&amp;A, provides an insightful perspective from The R&amp;A, while Sally Hinton, Senior PGA Teaching Professional at Close House Golf Club, talks about her career in golf. We are also joined by Emma Ballard, Editor - Women and Golf, to explain why Women and Girls' Golf Week is such an important initiative.

Episode 28 - Women & Girls in Golf Week Special!

David Adams, Head of Commercial Partnerships at The PGA, is joined by Liam Greasley, Chief Executive of GreenClub, and Andy Brown, Global Business Development and Relationships at The Toro Company. The trio look at the hugely important topic of climate change and the need for golf to address its impact on the environment. Liam and Andy both explain what GreenClub and Toro are doing to tackle climate change and look at the long-term sustainability measures golf clubs can make now that will deliver enhanced profitability and efficiency in the future.

David Adams, Head of Commercial Partnerships at The PGA, is joined by Liam Greasley, Chief Executive of <a href="https://greenclub.energy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GreenClub</a>, and Andy Brown, Global Business Development and Relationships at <a href="https://www.thetorocompany.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Toro Company</a>. The trio look at the hugely important topic of climate change and the need for golf to address its impact on the environment. Liam and Andy both explain what GreenClub and Toro are doing to tackle climate change and look at the long-term sustainability measures golf clubs can make now that will deliver enhanced profitability and efficiency in the future.

Episode 27 - Tackling Climate Change in Golf

Claude Harmon

Claude Harmon III

In another special episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Gareth Shaw (PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator), is joined by Claude Harmon III - one of the best golf instructors in the world. Steeped in tradition both his grandfather, Claude Harmon, and father Claude “Butch” Harmon Jr., have been the dominant teachers of their generation. The Harmon family pedigree has been the perfect foundation for Claude to build his knowledge of golf instruction.  Claude’s teaching philosophy and methods have delivered lower scores and better, more repeatable swings for seasoned tour players, celebrities, and amateurs of all abilities and he is now ranked sixth on Golf Digest's 2019-2020 Best Teachers in America List and he is also a Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor. ​His past and present students include Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, Rickie Fowler, Ernie Els, Adam Scott and Darren Clarke. He is a regulator contributor to Sky Sports Golf and the Golf Channel.

In another special episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Gareth Shaw (PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator), is joined by Claude Harmon III - one of the best golf instructors in the world. Steeped in tradition both his grandfather, Claude Harmon, and father Claude “Butch” Harmon Jr., have been the dominant teachers of their generation. The Harmon family pedigree has been the perfect foundation for Claude to build his knowledge of golf instruction.  Claude’s teaching philosophy and methods have delivered lower scores and better, more repeatable swings for seasoned tour players, celebrities, and amateurs of all abilities and he is now ranked sixth on Golf Digest's 2019-2020 Best Teachers in America List and he is also a Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor. ​His past and present students include Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, Rickie Fowler, Ernie Els, Adam Scott and Darren Clarke. He is a regulator contributor to Sky Sports Golf and the Golf Channel.

Episode 26 - In Conversation With Claude Harmon III

David Adams, Head of Commercial Partnerships at The PGA, is joined by Cannaray's Chief Science Officer, Gregor Zorn, to Discuss the health trend in golf around CBD. Golfers at all levels, from Tiger Woods to Phil Mickelson and down to the grassroots players, are increasingly seeing the performance recovery benefits of CBD products. Experts believe there is a strong relationship between CBD and some of the causes of poor concentration, including bad sleep and anxiety – two key factors that make it hard to keep your eye on the ball. Gregor Zorn, explains what CBD is, how it can positively affect how we react to all types of events and stresses in our everyday lives, and why it is becoming increasingly popular with golfers.

David Adams, Head of Commercial Partnerships at The PGA, is joined by Cannaray's Chief Science Officer, Gregor Zorn, to Discuss the health trend in golf around CBD. Golfers at all levels, from Tiger Woods to Phil Mickelson and down to the grassroots players, are increasingly seeing the performance recovery benefits of CBD products. Experts believe there is a strong relationship between CBD and some of the causes of poor concentration, including bad sleep and anxiety – two key factors that make it hard to keep your eye on the ball. Gregor Zorn, explains what CBD is, how it can positively affect how we react to all types of events and stresses in our everyday lives, and why it is becoming increasingly popular with golfers.

Episode 25 - CBD - One of the best kept secrets in golf

PGA LIVE - The Podcast is back for a very special episode during Open Championship week. Gareth Shaw (PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator) is joined by Javier Ballesteros, the son of the late and great Seve Ballesteros.  Javier is a tour professional and he talks about his career and his amazing memories of his father Seve, a pioneer in golf and one of the game's leading figures from the mid-1970s to the mid-1990s.

PGA LIVE - The Podcast is back for a very special episode during Open Championship week. Gareth Shaw (PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator) is joined by Javier Ballesteros, the son of the late and great Seve Ballesteros.  Javier is a tour professional and he talks about his career and his amazing memories of his father Seve, a pioneer in golf and one of the game's leading figures from the mid-1970s to the mid-1990s.

Episode 24 - Seve Forever with Javier Ballesteros

In this special episode in Open Championship week, Gareth Shaw (Member Education/Training Coordinator) is joined by Justen Fiddler (Head Professional - Royal St. George's) and Paul Larsen (Course Manager - Royal St. George's).  Justen Fiddler joined Royal St. George’s in 1997 after moving to the south east from East Lothian, Scotland A year later than planned due to the COVID-19 pandemic,  Fiddler is preparing for his first Open Championship as the venue’s head professional. Paul Larsen and his greenkeeping team have had the difficult and challenging job of getting Royal St George's ready to welcome the best golfers in the world for this week's eagerly anticipated Open Championship.

In this special episode in Open Championship week, Gareth Shaw (Member Education/Training Coordinator) is joined by Justen Fiddler (Head Professional - Royal St. George's) and Paul Larsen (Course Manager - Royal St. George's).  Justen Fiddler joined Royal St. George’s in 1997 after moving to the south east from East Lothian, Scotland A year later than planned due to the COVID-19 pandemic,  Fiddler is preparing for his first Open Championship as the venue’s head professional. Paul Larsen and his greenkeeping team have had the difficult and challenging job of getting Royal St George's ready to welcome the best golfers in the world for this week's eagerly anticipated Open Championship.

Episode 23 - Behinds the scenes at The Open

Iain Carter

In this very special episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Gareth Shaw, PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator, is joined by hugely popular BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter. Iain Carter has been BBC Radio's golf correspondent since 2003 and has been a regular lead commentator for BBC Radio Five Live at all of the major golf championships around the world, including The Open, the Masters and the Ryder Cup. ​In the five years prior to covering golf, Iain was the BBC's tennis correspondent and he continues to commentate at Wimbledon. In this episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Iain speaks about his fascinating career in golf.

In this very special episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Gareth Shaw, PGA Member Education/Training Coordinator, is joined by hugely popular BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter. Iain Carter has been BBC Radio's golf correspondent since 2003 and has been a regular lead commentator for BBC Radio Five Live at all of the major golf championships around the world, including The Open, the Masters and the Ryder Cup. ​In the five years prior to covering golf, Iain was the BBC's tennis correspondent and he continues to commentate at Wimbledon. In this episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Iain speaks about his fascinating career in golf.

Episode 22 - Bringing golf to life with Iain Carter

In the latest episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Gareth Shaw, Member Education/Training Coordinator, speaks to PGA Professionals Jason Floyd and Stephen Dundas from The San Roque Club. Between Jerez and Marbella, almost at the tip of the Iberian peninsula, lies one of Europe’s most exclusive golfing country clubs - The San Roque Club. Here, in the foothills of the Sierra Bermeja, the peace and natural beauty of Andalucia is complemented by a stylish retreat and an 18-hole championship golf course are enhanced by a friendly atmosphere. Stephen, the 1992 Amateur Champion, talks about his exciting new role as President at The San Roque Golf Club, while Jason speaks about the success of The Jason Floyd Golf Academy, which he set up at the facility 10 years ago.

In the latest episode of PGA LIVE - The Podcast, Gareth Shaw, Member Education/Training Coordinator, speaks to PGA Professionals Jason Floyd and Stephen Dundas from The San Roque Club. Between Jerez and Marbella, almost at the tip of the Iberian peninsula, lies one of Europe’s most exclusive golfing country clubs - The San Roque Club. Here, in the foothills of the Sierra Bermeja, the peace and natural beauty of Andalucia is complemented by a stylish retreat and an 18-hole championship golf course are enhanced by a friendly atmosphere. Stephen, the 1992 Amateur Champion, talks about his exciting new role as President at The San Roque Golf Club, while Jason speaks about the success of The Jason Floyd Golf Academy, which he set up at the facility 10 years ago.

Episode 21 - Rebuilding the Roque

David Adams, Head of Commercial Partnerships at The PGA, is joined by Tom Oliver, Founder and CEO of Tom Oliver Nutrition, to discuss the evolution of sports nutrition. They are also joined on the podcast by Stephen Banks, a PGA Member who recently joined Tom Oliver Nutrition to help support fellow PGA Members from an education and sales perspective. PGA Trainee Josh Evans, who is based at Mill Ride Golf Club also joins the conversation to speak about how PGA Members are benefiting from advice in this field.

David Adams, Head of Commercial Partnerships at The PGA, is joined by Tom Oliver, Founder and CEO of Tom Oliver Nutrition, to discuss the evolution of sports nutrition. They are also joined on the podcast by Stephen Banks, a PGA Member who recently joined Tom Oliver Nutrition to help support fellow PGA Members from an education and sales perspective. PGA Trainee Josh Evans, who is based at Mill Ride Golf Club also joins the conversation to speak about how PGA Members are benefiting from advice in this field.

Episode 20 - The Evolution of Sports Nutrition

Gareth Shaw (Member Education/Training Coordinator) hosts a very special edition of PGA LIVE - The Podcast as part of UK Coaching Week 2021. Gareth is joined by David Colclough (Head of Coaching &amp; Sports Science at The PGA), David Ellis (Coach Education Developer at The PGA), PGA Members Martin Heys and Alice Hiluta, as well as Marianne Davies (Senior Coach Developer at UK Coaching) to discuss what they think great coaching looks like.

Gareth Shaw (Member Education/Training Coordinator) hosts a very special edition of PGA LIVE - The Podcast as part of UK Coaching Week 2021. Gareth is joined by David Colclough (Head of Coaching &amp; Sports Science at The PGA), David Ellis (Coach Education Developer at The PGA), PGA Members Martin Heys and Alice Hiluta, as well as Marianne Davies (Senior Coach Developer at UK Coaching) to discuss what they think great coaching looks like.

Episode 19 - What is Great Coaching?

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