PGA Professional & Qualified Life Coach
Gary Shaw
PGA Coach and qualified Life Coach helping golfers build clarity, confidence and lasting improvement in London
Head Teaching Pro: West Middlesex Golf Club & SGC Wandsworth Common · London · Golf
Reviews
197
Starting Price
$29.00
Lessons
1313
Followers
56
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Credentials
Highlights
- Head Teaching Professional across West Middlesex Golf Club and SGC Wandsworth Common
- PGA Professional and qualified Life Coach specialising in clarity-led golf improvement
- Over 2,000 players coached — from complete beginners to competitive golfers
- Turned professional with a +4 handicap, with multiple championship course records
- Founder of LGBT Golf in London — creating inclusive, welcoming spaces for the LGBT+ golf community
Teaching Philosophy
Great golf is not built through information alone. It comes from clarity, awareness, and learning to perform with freedom under pressure. My coaching brings together two complementary disciplines: my training and experience as a PGA Professional, and my background as a qualified Life Coach. That combination allows me to help players understand more than just their swing. We look at their movement, patterns, confidence, decision-making and overall relationship with the game. I keep coaching clear, simple and practical. My role is not to fill your head with technical jargon, but to help you understand exactly what is happening, what needs to change, and how to apply it in a way that lasts. Every session is tailored to the player in front of me. Whether you are new to golf, returning after time away, or working towards stronger competitive performance, the goal is the same: to help you leave with a clear plan, more confidence, and a better understanding of your own game. Where useful, I use video analysis and launch monitor technology to make the learning clear and measurable. For players on supported programmes, coaching can also continue between sessions through Skillest, helping the work stay focused and structured beyond the lesson itself.
About the coach
I’m a PGA Professional, qualified Life Coach and Head Teaching Professional at West Middlesex Golf Club, also coaching from SGC Wandsworth Common in London.
My golf journey began before the age of ten at Mullingar Golf Club in the Irish midlands. I went on to represent Leinster at Under-18 level, train through multiple Leinster provincial panels, and compete alongside some of Ireland’s leading players, including Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry.
During my time at Maynooth University, I earned a place on the Paddy Harrington Golf Scholarship Programme, where I was coached by national and PGA Tour coach Neil Manchip. I later turned professional with a +4 handicap and completed my PGA qualification in 2024 through the University of Birmingham.
Alongside my PGA training, I hold an Advanced Diploma in Personal, Leadership and Executive Coaching from Kingstown College. This background deeply informs how I coach, combining technical clarity with confidence, awareness and long-term development.
I have coached over 2,000 players across all levels, from complete beginners to competitive golfers. I was also the first coach in County Kildare to run an Inclusive Golf programme for players with additional needs, and I’m the founder of LGBT Golf in London — a community built on inclusion, connection and belonging.
My coaching is for players who want more than quick fixes. Whether you are brand new to golf, returning after time away, or looking to sharpen your performance, my aim is to help you understand your game clearly, build lasting confidence, and play with more freedom.
Specialities
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Reviews
Based on 197 ratings
Overall rating
excellent
Antonino Sauve
May 21, 2026 • Live
Gary communicates really well and makes great use of the tools to help me understand what I am doing and how to improve the different aspects of my golf. I am enjoying his lessons!
David Seward
May 19, 2026 • Live
Excellent lesson and top bloke - recommend to anyone
Sid Shahaney
May 13, 2026 • Live
Excellent analysis of my swing and the causes of inconsistency. Corrective exercises effective and simple.
Richard Greenwood
May 7, 2026 • Live
Good introductory session with Gary. He had some great pointers along with exercises to address some issues. I am looking forward to working on my game with him!
David Seward
May 1, 2026 • Live
Purchase Options
Free 15-Minute Lesson Consultation
Book a free 15-minute call before your first lesson so I can understand your goals, golf background, current struggles, and what you’re looking to improve. This is a short introductory call to help point you towards the best lesson or coaching option. It is not a swing analysis session or technical coaching call.
Schedule ConsultationInitial Swing Analysis + 7 Days Support
1 Online Lesson- Send two swing videos — face-on and down-the-line — and receive a clear video analysis showing:
- • what your swing is doing now
- • the main priority to focus on
- • simple drills to work on next
- • how to practise with purpose over the next 7 days
- Best for golfers who feel stuck, inconsistent, or unsure what to fix first.
- You’ll also get 7 days of follow-up support so you can ask questions, send updates, and stay clear on the next step.
Monthly Coaching Programme
2 Online Lessons- For golfers who want ongoing direction, accountability and support between lessons.
- Send your swing as you practise and receive:
- • up to 2 detailed swing analyses per month
- • ongoing support between submissions
- • clear priorities so you know exactly what to work on
- • structured practice guidance
- • coaching built around clarity, consistency and trust
- Best for golfers who want to stop guessing, stay on track, and improve with a clear plan.
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