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Simon Williams

Simon Williams

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    General Manager at Sherwood Forest Golf Club

  • Education

    • PGA Training Establishment

      1994 - 1997
      Golf operations, Business management, golf tuition, club repairs, rules of golf A

      The PGA training programme is a dynamic and exciting course designed exclusively to meet the needs of the golf industry and PGA Professionals. Now incorporating a Foundation Degree in Professional Golf in conjunction with the University of Birmingham, the programme is based around various modules relevant to a career in golf.It mixes theory and practice and is assessed by assignments and examinations. Assistants work for a minimum of 30 hours per week in a golf environment… Show more The PGA training programme is a dynamic and exciting course designed exclusively to meet the needs of the golf industry and PGA Professionals. Now incorporating a Foundation Degree in Professional Golf in conjunction with the University of Birmingham, the programme is based around various modules relevant to a career in golf.It mixes theory and practice and is assessed by assignments and examinations. Assistants work for a minimum of 30 hours per week in a golf environment, employed by a recognised PGA Professional, and study via online distance learning.In each of the three years of study and in addition to the assignments and exams, assistants attend a one-week residential course at the National Training Academy at The Belfry.KeySubjectAreas Golf Coaching Equipment Technology Sports Science Business Management Career and Personal Development Rules of Golf Show less

    • Guilsborough

      1984 - 1989
      GCSE Passes English Literature (British and Commonwealth) english language, maths, science, higher science c and above

      Activities and Societies: golf team football team rugby team

    • Grand Canyon University

      1991 - 1993
      Associate’s Degree psychology and golf

      Activities and Societies: golf team, NCAA National Championship participation 1992 and 1993

  • Experience

    • Ansty Golf Centre

      Oct 2001 - Jul 2002
      Teaching Professional

    • The National Golf Centre, Woodhall Spa

      Jul 2002 - Nov 2004
      Head Professional

    • Belton Park Golf Club

      Nov 2004 - Mar 2015
      Head PGA Professional

    • The Golfing Machine

      Mar 2007 - Nov 2012
      Authorised instructor - GSEB

    • UK Distributor for MLA Putters

      Jan 2010 - Dec 2010
      Distributor

    • Alignment - golf

      Nov 2010 - Dec 2012
      Creator

    • Stapleford Park Golf Club

      Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
      PGA Advanced Professional

    • GLENDALE GOLF LIMITED

      Jan 2016 - Dec 2018

      • Centre manager

        Jul 2016 - Dec 2018

      • PGA Professional - Golf services supervisor

        Jan 2016 - Jul 2016

    • SHERWOOD FOREST GOLF CLUB LIMITED

      Jan 2019 - now
      General Manager

      SHERWOOD FOREST GOLF CLUB HAVE RECEIVED THE ACCOLADE OF TOURNAMENT VENUE OF THE YEAR AT THE ENGLAND GOLF AWARDS FOLLOWING THEIR EXCELLENT HOSTING OF THE 2022 MCGREGOR TROPHY.The England Golf Awards 2023, sponsored by FootJoy, celebrate all that’s great about the game in this country – from volunteers to elite performers, clubs to counties, juniors to lifetime achievers.Sherwood Forest is home to one of the oldest and finest heathland golf courses in Great Britain and is currently rated 84th best in the UK and 35th in England.The Nottinghamshire course was presently superbly despite the summer drought conditions, providing an excellent test for the international field and eventual winner Mark Gazi.Many club members volunteered for the event and the club management provided excellent support before and during the championship, making it a welcoming venue for all participants and their families.A long-standing supporter of England Golf championships, Sherwood Forest Golf Club continues to play a vital role in its local community and despite their initial surprise at receiving a nomination, the club’s management team were thrilled with the latest addition to their trophy cabinet. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Enhanced Disclosure Certificate

      Disclosure and Barring Services Limited
      Jul 2015

    • Promote Training Driving Green Fee Revenues

      Promote Training
      Jul 2015

    • Accredited Custom fitter

      PING
      Jun 2015

    • Equality and Diversity

      Acas
      Jun 2015

    • Managing People

      Acas
      Jun 2015

    • Performance Management

      Acas
      Jun 2015

    • Safeguarding and protecting children

      Sports coach UK
      Jan 2010

    • NLP

      TRAINED BRAIN LIMITED
      Feb 2004

    • Customer service skills

      High Speed Training Ltd
      Oct 2015
      View certificate certificate

    • Inspiring positive behaviour in sport

      Sports coach UK
      Jul 2015

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Battle Back golf coach

      Issued by Help for Heroes on Jan 2013
      Help for HeroesAssociated with Simon Williams