Enjoy better golf with our professional golf coaching


Coastal Golf Academy has been running a programme of lessons and individual coaching for adults and juniors of all abilities for over 10 years. As one of the leading golf academies in Essex, the coaching team consists of five key PGA Professionals, each offering a unique set of skills and teaching.

Why Coaching?

Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced club player, everyone has a unique journey when it comes to golf. Whatever your starting level our PGA-qualified professionals will help you understand where you are now and where you want to be and plan a clear pathway to get there.

Golf means different things to different people. For some, it is an opportunity to spend time with friends and colleagues or to meet new friends. If this is you, then a group setting for your lessons might suit you best.

If you are looking for fast progression, to improve particular aspects of your game or you want a more individual approach,
then private lessons are for you.

If you’re looking to make fast progress, then private golf lessons are for you. Your dedicated PGA Professional will evaluate your current game, identify specific areas for improvement and use specific exercises and techniques to help you improve your skills.

Private golf lessons are open to everyone. You might be an experienced club player with your eye on the club trophy, a regular player looking to reach club standard or a complete beginner looking to fast-track your way to the golf course. Whatever your starting point and whatever your goals, private lessons are the quickest way to get there.

Lessons will cover:

  • Golf Fundamentals
  • Swing Basics
  • Short Game
  • Long Game
  • Course Management

Our Staff

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Peter Taggart


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Tom Hide - Head PGA Professional

Tom turned professional in 1997 and completed his PGA training in 2001. He worked as an assistant professional under Peter Taggart at Frinton Golf Club since 1994 and in 2008 set up Coastal Golf Academy with friend Scott Rusbridge, which subsequently took over the Head Professional position at Frinton Golf Club in January 2018. Tom has been teaching golfers for over 18 years with a passion for helping adults & Juniors find a new sport, friendship and lifelong hobby. Over the past 4 years Tom & Coastal Golf Academy have won 3 industry awards for their work teaching Adults and juniors, building links with the community and dedication to the game. For more information on lessons with Tom, contact him directly on 07940 510450.

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Steve Loran - PGA Golf Professional

Steve is a fully qualified PGA Golf Professional. He has been working with Coastal Golf Academy since 2013 and has acquired essential skills to be able to handle all issues that may arise within a golf club environment. He is gaining various qualifications, including golf coaching. He enjoys teaching a vast array of golfers from the absolute beginner to elite-level performers. His coaching philosophy focuses on an individual’s movement and how he can adapt the golf swing around their limitations to make an effective swing. He has also participated in several amateur and professional events. He was a Club Champion in 2013 playing with a handicap of 8 at Playgolf Colchester and finished top 10 in the Essex Amateur Championships in 2016, enabling him to turn Professional the following year. For more information on lessons with Steve, contact him directly on 07774 011032.

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Sarah Hawes - PGA Professional

Sarah turned professional at age 21 in 2004. Having always wanted to pursue a golf career, she completed her PGA training and coaching at Lexden Wood Golf Club where she worked until 2007. She joined Stoke by Nayland Golf Club as a coach in 2007 and in 2010 became Assistant Coach for the Essex County Academy Programme, working with aspiring county players. She went on to work at Playgolf Colchester and then on to join Coastal Golf Academy in 2016. Sarah enjoys working with golfers of all ages and abilities, employing a tailored approach to get the best out of each individual whilst working with their skills and goals. This is reflected in her strong and varied career and her knowledge of a wide range of teaching techniques, which she keeps up-to-date by attending coaching seminars. Sarah is a dedicated and motivated golf professional and will ensure you get the most out of your golf lessons to help you achieve your personal best. For more information on lessons with Sarah, contact her directly on 07941 395260.

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Nick Brown - Assistant PGA Professional

Nick is the Assistant Professional at Frinton Golf Club and is currently heading into his final year of PGA training, working towards becoming a fully qualified PGA Professional. Nick varies his work between coaching, club fitting and time in the shop at Frinton Golf Club. He is passionate about sport and is a big Newcastle football fan.  To contact Nick - nick@coastalgolfacademy.co.uk

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Jack Moutell - Assistant PGA Professional

Jack is one of our assistant PGA Professionals undertaking his PGA training. He is in his 1st year and will combine his education with time in the shop, helping to conduct club fittings and playing in regional competitions. 

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