
About the coach
Hi, I’m James - professional golfer, coach, and founder of Need Golf Centre, one of the Top 3 Golf Facilities in the UK (awarded by England Golf in 2025).
I have worked with golfers from over 40 different countries and am trusted by over 250,000 golfers following my social media channels known for it’s simple golf instruction, clear communication and feel and visual based approach.
After 25 years of my own golfing frustrations, I developed a simple, repeatable swing system breaking the golf swing into two core motions: the Body Motion & the Arms/Wrists Motion. Understanding these makes your swing feel effortless, consistent, enjoyable and much easier to learn.
I’ve worked with golfers from all over the world, helping them improve their game, lower their handicap, and play the golf they’re capable of. My coaching is focused on creating clarity for my students to see immediate improvement.
I have won 2 Global Toptracer Awards in the last 5 years, and I’ve been trusted to work with prestigious brands such as Porsche, Bentley, Toptracer, and Cobra & Puma Golf. With 6+ years of proven online coaching experience before joining Skillest, I’m excited to focus my skills on helping you to transform your game — so why not take advantage of a FREE Golf Swing Analysis so you can show you how much I can
No pressure — I just want to help you play your best golf 🏌️♂️
Specialities
Sample Lesson
01.Original Videos
02.Analysis Videos
03.Other Videos
Videos
Controlling the width of the ARC!
How to Stop Early Extension in Your Golf Swing
Mastering Proper Golf Posture for a Balanced Swing
Understanding Ball Position for Different Golf Clubs
The 3-Step Process to Improve Your Golf Swing
Mastering the Golf Grip for Better Swing Control
How to Fix a Steep Golf Swing with Proper Left Arm Rotation
Mastering the Left Arm Transition in Your Golf Swing
How to Reduce Hip Sway in Your Golf Backswing
How to Fix a Flat Shoulder Turn in Your Golf Swing
Mastering the Backswing: Takeaway, Swing Plane, and Arm Motion
Mastering Arm and Wrist Motion in the Golf Swing
Mastering The Body Motion: Coiling and Uncoiling in the Golf Swing
Reviews
Based on 245 ratings
Overall rating
James was spot on with identifying my issues I need to work on and no app or person has before him. I look forward to getting more feedback and drills from him soon

Steven Wade
March 13, 2026 • Online
James Need is the best golf instructor Ive found! Ive been obsessed with golf for the past year and watched hundreds of hours of swing videos, but no one explains the mechanics like James does. He has a great swing and the way he describes exactly how its supposed to feel clicked for me. The free swing analysis he gave was incredibly helpful! He nailed exactly where I was going wrong and gave simple, clear fixes that actually work. If youre serious about improving, James is the guy. Highly recommend!

Pat Mac
March 13, 2026 • Online
Great I only wish I could go there and he can set me in the spots vs showing. Despite that he makes it really clear and easy to understand the concepts. Definitely plan to continue soon.

Paul Springer
March 12, 2026 • Online
Thank you james for the lesson preview.

Paul Springer
March 9, 2026 • Online
Understandable and clear instructions and feedback

Anton Landon
March 9, 2026 • Live
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