Overview
We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming Golf in Schools Conference, a comprehensive event designed to provide valuable insights and expert guidance on the evolving role of golf in schools. The conference will feature expert speakers, a networking opportunity for professionals in the field of school sports programs and the option of taking part in a competitive golf event.
Speakers include
- Peter Goodyer – Headmaster of Bede’s School & Member of the HMC Sports Committee
Topic: Challenges of providing an exceptional golf programme in light of the financial landscape
Peter will address the recent VAT changes and their impact on the financial landscape of golf in schools, providing practical insights for school golf directors. - James Austin – Former Judo International & Olympian, Currently Psychologist for the England Golf Women’s Programme
Topic: Growth Mindset in Golf: Encouraging Students to Embrace Mistakes as Opportunities to Learn
James will explore how to foster a growth mindset within golf programs, focusing on how students can turn mistakes into learning opportunities, prioritizing progress over perfection. - Simon Brearley – Consultant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the DP World Tour
Topic: Tailoring Strength and Conditioning for Golfers
Simon will discuss the unique physical demands golf places on the body, outlining how to tailor strength and conditioning programs for various age groups, skill levels, and physical limitations. - David Mathews – Director of Golf at Gordon’s School
Topic: Overcoming challenges of running Golf in a school context
David will lead a discussion on balancing academic priorities, managing diverse skill levels among students, and ensuring adequate resources for both training and competitions.
Agenda – Thursday 2nd October
08:30 – Arrival: Bacon Rolls, Tea, Coffee, and Biscuits
09:00 – 12:30 – Conference Session
12:45 – Lunch
13:30 – 18-Hole Golf Scratch and Stableford Competition
18:30 – Presentations and Awards
Enhancing Golf in Schools: A Conference on Building and Maximizing Golf Programs
This conference is designed to discuss the serious topic of golf in schools and why a golf program is a valuable addition to any schools sports program. And for those already with a golf program, some thoughts on how to maximise its success. Whilst SchoolsGolf is organising the conference, we want to be clear it is not a sales event, and we are not proposing to add a speaker. The afternoon golf competition, however, will be run along the same lines as our tournaments for young players, so you will be able to experience first hand what we offer. And our staff will be on hand to answer on a one-to-one basis any questions about SchoolsGolf.
