COACHING TEAM
David Brooks
Head Professional
MSc
UKCC Level 4 Golf Coach
England Regional Coach
Essex Golf Union - Lead Coach
David is one of the leading full-time professional golf coaches in the country. In addition to his position as Head Professional at The Warren, David has several prominent positions within the game including coaching roles for England Golf as a Regional U18 Coach for the West Midlands Boys, Lead Coach for the Essex Golf Union, and Tutor in coaching and sports science for the PGA.
David has a Masters Degree in Sports Coaching from the University of Birmingham and in 2014 was one of the first coaches in the UK to be awarded a UKCC Level 4 status for golf coaching.
Andy Shakespear
Assistant Professional
PGA Qualified, ASQ Level 2 Coach
Andy is a fully qualified PGA Professional who recently completed his PGA foundation degree, achieving a merit award and coming 4th in a year with over 200 students. He is a Level 2 Golf Coach and also has a 2:1 Foundation Degree in Coach and Athlete Development (FdSc). Andy is currently sharing his time between coaching and competing on the PGA East Region Tour.
In early 2021, Andy was appointed as a County Coach for the Essex Golf Union, with responsibility for the U14 squad.
Nick French
Assistant Professional
PGA Registered, ASQ Level 1 Golf Coach
Nick is currently undergoing his PGA training. He has received his bachelor degree in Sports Management from Queens University of Charlotte in North Carolina. Nick was also a part of the University golf team (The Royals), competing in tournaments all across the country. Nick has a deep passion for the game, and is eager to share his knowledge and understanding of the game of golf to others.
To book a coaching session with our team or for more information please get in touch through our contact us page.