Business Details
37 Years
experience
Expert Golf Coaching & Academy Programmes in Henley
Established in 1989, Mark Howell Golf Schools has been a leader in golf coaching and education for over 30 years. Our founder, Mark Howell, a former European Tour professional and four-time Berks, Bucks and Oxon champion, developed a unique structured coaching system that caters to golfers of all abilities, from complete beginners to touring professionals. We offer comprehensive programmes including adult golf academies, junior clinics, school-based coaching, and international golf holidays with intensive training. Our corporate golf division specialises in organising team-building events and client appreciation days at premier UK and overseas venues. With a proven track record of transforming high-handicap players into confident golfers, we combine technical expertise with a passion for teaching.Our success stories include junior players who have progressed to professional careers, testament to our effective methodologies. Based at Henley Golf Club, we provide tailored private lessons, championship-level coaching trips, and expert golf equipment advice through our Pro Shop. Our commitment to quality was recognised by the late Seve Ballesteros, who praised Mark's exceptional representation of Henley Golf Club. We continue to innovate with seasonal programmes like our popular Christmas Academy Competition and summer evening coaching sessions, ensuring golfers can maximise their potential year-round.
Services
Golf Coaching
Junior Clinics
Adult Academies
Golf Holidays
Corporate Events
Golf Equipment
School Programmes
Private Lessons
Golf Camps
Coaching Trips
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of proven golf coaching expertise from a former European Tour professional
- Our structured academy programme has helped thousands progress from beginners to club members
- We provide tailored coaching holidays at championship venues in Europe and North Africa
- Our junior clinics have produced multiple professional golfers through expert youth development
- We organise complete corporate golf events with venues, equipment and professional coaching
What people say
Amazing results
Simplified my swing
Fantastic encouragement
Enjoy the game
Significant improvement
Services
Golf Coaching
Personalised golf instruction tailored to individual needs, combining technical analysis with practical play. Our PGA-qualified coaches use proven methods to improve swing mechanics, short game skills and course strategy. Suitable for all abilities from complete beginners to tournament players seeking performance enhancement through structured practice programmes.
Junior Clinics
Specialised golf training for children aged 6-15, focusing on skill development through fun, engaging activities. Our weekend academies and school holiday camps include competitive elements and professional coaching. Designed to nurture young talent with progression pathways for those pursuing professional golf careers.
Golf Holidays
Combining luxury travel with intensive coaching at world-class venues across Europe and North Africa. Choose between private three-day intensives for small groups or seven-day escorted holidays with daily clinics, practice sessions and competitive play at championship courses in Spain, Portugal, Italy and Morocco.
Corporate Events
Complete golf event solutions for businesses, including venue selection, equipment provision and professional coaching. We organise team-building days, client appreciation events and corporate tournaments at premier UK courses or international destinations, with packages tailored to group size and budget.
Adult Academies
Structured three-term programmes for adult beginners and improvers, teaching fundamental skills through progressive instruction. Our Henley-based academy has transformed thousands of novices into confident club members, with evening sessions available during summer months for flexible learning opportunities.
People
Mark Howell
PGA Golf Professional
Former European Tour player with 30+ years coaching experience, four-time Berks, Bucks and Oxon champion, and developer of the successful structured golf coaching system used by thousands of players worldwide.
Questions
What golf coaching services do you offer?
We provide private lessons, adult academies, junior clinics, corporate golf events, and international coaching holidays with PGA professionals at premier venues.
How can you help improve my golf game?
Our structured programmes combine technical analysis, practice sessions and on-course coaching tailored to your ability, using methods proven over 30 years of coaching experience.
Do you offer junior golf programmes?
Yes, we run weekend academies, school holiday camps and competitive training for children aged 6-15 with progression pathways for aspiring professionals.
Can you organise corporate golf events?
We handle all aspects of corporate golf events including venue selection, equipment provision and professional coaching at UK or international locations for groups of 12-100+ participants.
Where are your golf academies located?
Our main academy operates at Henley Golf Club with additional programmes at schools in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire regions.
What golf equipment do you provide?
Our Pro Shop offers latest clubs, bags and accessories from major brands with expert fitting advice based on individual playing style analysis.
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