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Stephen McIver - Golf Academy Manager and PGA Head Professional

As a dedicated golf coach, I specialise in guiding individuals and groups to improve their game. My approach centres around setting realistic goals and achievable milestones, ensuring that every student can progress at their own pace. I believe in keeping the coaching process simple and accessible, making golf enjoyable for everyone.I hold a range of custom fitting certificates from PING, Titleist, and TaylorMade, and I am also GC Quad certified. These qualifications enable me to provide personalised equipment recommendations that enhance performance for golfers of all levels.In addition to my coaching role, I actively compete on the Lancashire Tour, which keeps me connected to the competitive side of the sport and informs my teaching methods.I am passionate about fostering a love for golf and helping others reach their potential, whether they are beginners or seasoned players.

Tim Hastings - PGA Professional

Tim was fortunate enough to start his career at Formby Golf Club at 18 years old and became a qualified PGA Professional in 1994.  After a successful playing career competing at regional and national level he is now a full time PGA coach based at Hurlston Hall Golf Academy.   With substantial coaching experience, Tim is recognised as one of the regions most experienced coaches.  With a straight forward approach, he is able to provide solutions at your own pace, supported by measurable data to deliver results using the very best technology.  He has a patient, relaxed nature and recognises that all players at every level need consistency and this is best achieved by simplifying aspects of the game that can often become over complicated.  

Paul Kinnear - PGA Assistant Professional

Paul turned professional in 2018 after five years with England Golf, highlighted by qualifying for The Open Championship in 2015. He has played on the Jamega, EuroPro, and DP World Tours. A two-time PGA North Region Order of Merit winner (2022 & 2023), Paul also claimed titles at the 2023 North Region Championship and 2024 Leeds Cup.Now in his third year as a PGA trainee, he has three years of one-to-one coaching experience and contributes to the junior academy programme.

Danny Whitelaw - PGA Assistant Professional and Custom Fitter

Danny joined Hurlston Hall, as a junior member, at the age of 8, where his passion for the game began. He played successfully as a junior and amateur golfer. In the final three years of his amateur career, he studied a BSC in Golf Coaching and Performance at the International Institute for Golf Education. He completed this degree alongside competing regionally and nationally, whilst also representing the UCLAN University squad. Danny turned professional in 2021 and began his PGA Qualification. He still enjoys playing and competing in the PGA events and has achieved 1 professional victory in his 2 years as a professional. Outside of playing, his passions are coaching and custom fitting. He has the ability, knowledge, and experience to inspire confidence, motivate and coach golfers of all skill levels and abilities. Moreover, Danny enjoys custom fitting golfers by helping a player to identify their swing and ball flight characteristics, allowing him to help them find an optimal set of custom fitted golf clubs to help maximise their performance.