THE DATA
Golf for All
The impact of coaching
The PGA’s research explores how many golfers in the UK and Republic of Ireland engage with coaching – and how they view and respond to it
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Why is coaching important?
32%
of on-course golfers think that the game is too difficult. However, many golfers are determined to get better and…
46%
…of on-course golfers expecting to play more frequently next year, want to do so to learn and improve their skills
How many have lessons with a pro?
Men are more likely to have an individual lesson
59% of male golfers who have received coaching have had a one-on-one lesson
47% of female golfers who have received coaching have had a one-on-one lesson
How have those who have had a lesson received their coaching?
Lessons are a positive experience
More men say lessons improve their game
51% of male golfers say lessons have improved their overall game
28% of female golfers say lessons have improved their overall game
ABOUT THE PGA’S GOLF FOR ALL RESEARCH PROJECT – BY IPSOS
This research aims to provide an understanding across a broad audience of those with any level of interest in golf. The PGA commissioned Ipsos to conduct surveys, both offline and online, to understand the size of the golfing landscape within the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.
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