
PGA Trainee Assistant Professional (Year 3)

Daniel McCoy
PGA Trainee Professional with elite amateur pedigree — Eden Tournament champion, course record holder, and data-driven coach helping you shoot lower scores.
PGA Professional, UK · Blackpool · Golf
Reviews
23
Starting Price
$21.85
Lessons
46
Followers
7
Credentials
Highlights
- Won the Eden Tournament at St Andrews as an amateur
- Held a +3 handicap upon turning professional in 2023
- Set two course records at Houldsworth Golf Club (-9, 62)
- Over 20 years of competitive playing experience
- Based at Herons Reach Golf Resort in Blackpool
Teaching Philosophy
My coaching approach is fully player-centred and focused on long-term development. I believe every golfer deserves a swing, game plan, and journey that's uniquely tailored to their own goals — because there's no universal fix in this game, and I'd never claim there is. I coach methodically, laying down strong foundational skills and core concepts that support lasting progress. I don't follow a rigid method; instead, I use a flexible system that adapts to each golfer's needs. At its heart is a predictive, ball-flight-based model built on reverse engineering — understanding where the ball goes and working backwards to fix the root cause. Whether you're a total beginner or an aspiring professional, I focus on making cause and effect simple to understand, refining your setup and impact fundamentals, and providing a clear, structured path forward. Alongside technical work, I put strong emphasis on performance practice, statistical tracking, smart course management, and mental skills — because the real goal is consistently shooting lower scores on the course. I use Trackman IO technology and video analysis to give you objective, data-backed feedback every session. Every programme is thoughtfully structured, highly collaborative, and built around clear milestones. Above all, I care about the person behind the swing — and that personal connection is what drives real results.
About the coach
I'm a PGA Trainee Assistant Professional (Year 3) based at Herons Reach Golf Resort in Blackpool, England,
My golf journey began at Houldsworth Golf Club in Manchester, where I grew up in Reddish, Stockport, and fell in love with the game. Over more than 20 years of competitive amateur golf, I built a record that included winning the prestigious Eden Tournament at St Andrews and setting two course records at Houldsworth Golf Club — a 62, nine under par. I turned professional in 2023 with a +3 handicap, bringing real, hard-earned experience of what it takes to perform at a high amateur level. I know what it means to go low, and I bring that knowledge directly into my coaching. My sessions are built around GC Quad launch monitor technology, video analysis, and structured coaching plans, giving every golfer, from first-time beginner to competitive player objective data and a clear path to improvement. My coaching is comprehensive: full-swing technique, ball-striking, short game, practice planning, course strategy, and mental game development. Everything is personalised, purposeful, and focused on measurable progress. If you're serious about unlocking your potential and shooting lower scores, I'd love to work with you.
Specialities
Sample Lesson
01.Original Videos
02.Analysis Videos
03.Other Videos
Reviews
Based on 23 ratings
Overall rating
Ive really enjoyed working with you and appreciate the structure you bring to each session. Your explanations are clear, and the drills you suggest have helped me better understand my swing and improv…

Joel Wood
April 18, 2026 • Live
Brilliant lesson, amazing to see how setting up correctly & gripping a club in the right way can improve my golf so much. Felt very uncomfortable at first then within an hour felt a lot more comfortab…

Carl Gregson
April 2, 2026 • Live
Great video analysis, thanks Dan

Sam Greaves
March 18, 2026 • Live
This was my first ever golf lesson and Dan was very welcoming. Dan observed my swing and provided very helpful feedback which saw me improve drastically throughout the lesson. I look forward to ha…

Alex Smith
March 14, 2026 • Live
like the way Dan teaches. clear evaluation of wrong movements and quick and obvious feelings to look out for. gives you plenty to yake away and practice with.

Sam Peel
February 19, 2026 • Live
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