Brand new beginner to golf? Learn a new sport with Cottrell Park’s golf lessons in Cardiff

Looking for a new sport to try this year? Why not give golf a go – we’ve got everything you need to get started at Cottrell Park, with easy, affordable golf lessons in Cardiff!

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Meet our 2 experienced PGA golf professionals

Simon Cox

After a successful amateur career which included representing Wales and Britain on numerous occasions and winning the Welsh Amateur Championship I turned professional, playing on the European Tour and competing in tournaments world-wide, including Australia, New Zealand, South America and Africa. Among the highlights I represented Wales in the World Cup of golf in Thailand, I also played alongside eight open champions in major events and won the Welsh Professional Championship on two occasions.

A wrist injury curtailed my tournament-playing career and in 1981 I was appointed head-teaching professional at the Marriott St. Pierre Golf Resort. In 1985 I built the South Wales Golf Centre in Barry which I ran for 24 years until the lease expired.

My teaching clients included Rugby’s Gareth Edwards and young PGA Pro Rhys Davies. I enjoy all aspects of teaching and have gained a reputation for detailed swing analysis. I have been a member of the European Tour and PGA since 1975.

Gareth Bennett

As an amateur he earned 11 caps for Wales and won two national boys titles. As a professional he’s enjoyed success on the West Region in both individual and team formats.

Qualified as a PGA professional in 2007, he’s gained a wealth of experience teaching all ages and abilities. He has a passion for coaching and now believes that his use of the ‘V1 Digital Coaching System’ has simplified the process of learning for the player. The interactive experience allows the player to see their swing before and after instruction, all while delivering a friendly and personal service.

“Golf has been my life since the day I first picked up a golf club (at the age of 6!) I strive to improve everyday, whether that be improving someone else’s game or my own.”

“I believe anyone of any age or ability can improve no matter how long they have been playing for. It’s never too late.”

Why golf could be your new favourite hobby

Imagine a day in late spring; the sun rolls across the sloping hills of grass and a gentle breeze floats past. There is quiet – just the distant chattering of birds – and you don’t have a care in the world as you line up your swing…

Of all the sports, golf is definitely one that offers tranquillity and peace, should you want it. It gives you a few hours to switch off from your normal world and instead spend time in nature.

And walking an 18-hole round of golf (no buggies allowed!) is really good, gentle cardio, so you’re improving your physical health too.