Expert Coaching backed by Trackman Technology
At Golf Performance Studio, our private and group coaching sessions are delivered by PGA-qualified professionals and endorsed by Rob Watts, a Golf Monthly Top 50 Coach and England Golf Regional Coach. This endorsement reflects our commitment to high coaching standards, proven player development and a modern, performance-led approach to improving your game.
Meet the Coaches
Our professional PGA coaches have years of experience coaching everyone from beginners new to golf to elite golf professionals competing in World Tours. Their expertise focuses on improving every aspect of your game.
Rob Watts
Head Coach
Rob is an Advanced Fellow of the PGA and England Men’s Lead Coach, and has been the Head Professional at Castle Royle Golf & Country Club for over 20 years. Recognised as one of the UK’s leading modern-day coaches, he has worked with players worldwide, including PGA, LPGA, European, and LET tour professionals. As a proud ambassador for Adidas Golf and Titleist, Rob’s most celebrated success was coaching Darren Clarke to his first major at the 2011 Open Championship. Since founding the Rob Watts Performance Academy in 2010, he has guided more than 20 national champions and achieved multiple European and LET tour wins. Rob’s passion is winning.
Aston Goulding
Lead PGA Performance Coach
Aston is the Lead PGA Professional at the Academy, known for his holistic coaching style that combines TrackMan, swing video analysis, and CoachNow to support golfers during and after their sessions. Passionate about growing the game, he has spent nearly a decade helping juniors and adults develop their skills, from beginners to county and national competitors. Aston coaches many Castle Royle members and has played a key role in designing the Academy’s five-stage junior programme and leading the “Team to Tour” pathway. His qualifications include PGA Level 2 Coaching, Bull 3D Biomechanics, Scot Cowx Biomechanics, Wedge Matrix, TPI Fitness and Junior certifications, and AiM accreditation.
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Michael East
PGA Professional Coach
Michael is a PGA Professional dedicated to helping golfers of all levels unlock their potential. With a holistic approach that blends coaching, fitness, and nutrition, he empowers players to build lasting performance habits. A product of the elite junior system, Michael is especially passionate about developing young talent and instilling the discipline needed for consistent success.
George Howlett
PGA Performance Coach
Focused on improving the individual, George is passionate about helping players improve swing mechanics, strategy, and mindset. He focuses on building confidence, consistency, and enjoyment of the game through personalised instruction and a supportive, results-driven coaching approach for players of all skill levels.
Vicky Prietzel
PGA Coach & Putting Specialist
Vicky is a PGA Trainee Professional, she has been a playing professional on the LET Access Series since 2023. With experience competing at a high level, Vicky brings valuable insight to every session. Focusing on putting, she helps build confidence on the greens, developing a more consistent and enjoyable game for all skill levels.
Improve your game with Trackman
Every session combines expert coaching with industry-leading TrackMan technology, giving you a clear, accurate picture of what’s happening in your swing and ball flight. You’ll see real-time data on key performance areas such as club speed, launch angle, spin rate, carry distance and shot dispersion. Your coach will explain these numbers in simple terms, helping you understand not just what is happening, but why.
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Using this information, our coaches create fully personalised sessions focused on your goals - whether that’s hitting the ball straighter, gaining distance, improving consistency, or sharpening your short game. With clear feedback, structured coaching and measurable progress, you’ll leave each session knowing exactly what to work on and how to keep improving on the course.