Changing Lives.
To provide an environment of excellence that encourages the development of each and every student to his or her full potential, in sports performance, education, personal development and in preparation for life. To be a hotbed of talent development. To train and produce champions. To develop leaders and positive contributors to society.
PGA Diploma Course
The PGA Diploma is the benchmark qualification for the golf industry. Students on the PGA Diploma programme receive intensive training for their golf performance and towards a career in the golf industry.
Greenkeeping & Golf Course Management
This 1-year course takes learners through every aspect require to be a successful Golf Course Superintendent, one of the highest paid positions in the golf industry.
Full Time Junior Academy
One-on-one golf coaching as well as squad training and course work is done by our PGA professional coaches of the Paul Mackenzie Golf Academy.
Elite Academy
Players receive world class coaching from a team of PGA Coaches. All coaches follow the Total Golf Coaching System. Training comes in the form of private sessions, squad training, skills training and on-course sessions.
Testimonials
Gerrit van Niekerk
“My role involves ensuring the sales team/store reach monthly targets, monitoring of stock levels, that staff merchandise the store in according with company standards, and general customer relations. TGSE was pivotal in providing me with all the right tools to enter the golfing industry. It gave me a broad and in-depth overview of almost everything one would need to pursue a career in golf. One of the best things about my time at TGSE was the life-long friendships that I made. We are all connected now and able to plug into one-another across the world. TGSE provides you with a solid base from which you can enter, not only the golf industry, but various other avenues to forge a career… Read more “Gerrit van Niekerk”
Gerrit van Niekerk
PGA Diploma, Graduated 2012
Current Position: Sales Manager, The Pro Shop Fourways
Current Position: Sales Manager, The Pro Shop Fourways
Andrew Lamont
The key to my success, is building relationships, not only with employers, but with customers. And never say no. If you need to work longer hours or harder than everyone else, DO IT!! In dealing with customers, be sure to manage their expectations. Never over promise and under deliver! TGSE enabled me to follow my passion by giving me a solid platform that prepared me to take on the golf industry. They were not only theory based, but provided me with practical experience. So I knew what I was getting myself into. If you are considering getting into the golf industry, TGSE is a great platform, because you can not only do your PGA Diploma, but you can build long… Read more “Andrew Lamont”
Andrew Lamont
PGA Diploma, Graduated 2015
Assistant Head Professional, Bryanston Country Club Club Fitter for Tailormade and Titleist
Assistant Head Professional, Bryanston Country Club Club Fitter for Tailormade and Titleist
Christopher De Beer
“I run most of the operations at the Golf Club, which includes; Management of Staff, running events and functions, overseeing golf days, keeping control of all stock both coming in to the club and then being distributed, applying good marketing techniques to help further the club to greatness. The best part of my job is seeing a smile on a happy satisfied customers face, and on the faces of my staff. TGSE helped me understand the fundamentals of how to run a Golf Business/Club. It taught me many valuable techniques and skills needed to be able to succeed in the golf industry. The best things for me about my time at TGSE were being able to receive the best coaching… Read more “Christopher De Beer”
Christopher De Beer
PGA Diploma, Graduated 2015
Current Position: General Manager, Pebble Rock Golf Estate
Current Position: General Manager, Pebble Rock Golf Estate
Simon Riekert
I’m currently in charge of sourcing, buying and ranging of all accessories (all products except clothing and hardware) for The Pro Shop retail group (all 9 stores). Responsibilities include planning buying strategy, managing and planning budgets for monthly spend, constantly improving buying strategy to run portfolio lean and profitable, monthly line reviews and detailed item analysis, weekly portfolio pricing to keep competitive locally and internationally, product and service negotiations, planning and running promotions monthly and annual sales as well as communication and control of portfolio to nine stores locally, maintaining a world class and consistent experience throughout. My previous position was as Golf Director at Euphoria Golf Estate. From my 10 years’ experience in the golf industry TGSE is by… Read more “Simon Riekert”
Simon Riekert
PGA Diploma, Graduated 2012
Current Position: The Pro Shop (Morecorp), Retail Buyer
Current Position: The Pro Shop (Morecorp), Retail Buyer
