Book Your New Client Assessment
Choose a Coach to Get Started at Swanston Golf Academy in Edinburgh
Ready to start improving your golf game? 🙌
The best first step is a New Client Assessment — a relaxed, one-on-one session where your coach will get to know your game, your goals, and where you want to go.
👇 Just choose the coach that fits your needs and schedule best, and book your first session today!
Mike McNally — PGA Coach
✅ Best for: Adults of all levels, especially if you’re feeling overwhelmed by too many swing thoughts, frustrated by inconsistency, or low on confidence.
🏌️♂️ Simple, clear, and encouraging with a strong focus on accountability — perfect for giving you a clear picture of what to work on to get real results.
Teaches: Adults only
Availability:
Mon: ❌
Tue: 8am–2pm
Wed: 8am–3pm
Thu: 8am–1pm
Fri: ❌
Sun: ❌
Sun: 8am–12pm
💷 New Client Assessment with Mike: £75
Chloe Thackeray — PGA Coach
✅ Best for: Juniors and adults of all levels, especially if you want to improve your technique, skills and strategy to take your game to the next level.
🏌️♀️ Supportive and detail-focused — ideal for players looking to fine-tune their technique and great for building skills with confidence.
Teaches: Adults + Juniors
Availability:
Mon: 8am–2pm
Tue: 5pm–9pm
Wed: 1pm–9pm
Thu: 1pm–9pm
Fri: ❌
Sat: 8am–7pm
Sun: 12pm–9pm
💷 New Client Assessment with Chloe: £65
Thomas Bell — PGA Coach
✅ Best for: Adults of all levels, especially if you’re looking for a steady, no-pressure approach to rebuild confidence, improve consistency, & enjoy the game more.
🏌️♂️ Calm, patient, and easy to work with — perfect for helping you feel relaxed, focused, and clear on what to practice next.
Teaches: Adults only
Availability:
Mon: ❌
Tue: 2-9pm
Wed: 1pm–9pm
Thu: ❌
Fri: 8am-3pm
Sat: 8am–9pm
Sun: 12pm–9pm
💷 New Client Assessment with Thomas: £60
Aran Sinclair — PGA Coach
✅ Best for: Juniors and adults, especially if you want a fun, encouraging start — or if you're an adult looking to sharpen your short game and putting skills.
🏌️♂️ Friendly, approachable, and easy to learn from — perfect for junior beginners and adults wanting to build confidence around the greens.
Teaches: Adults + Juniors
Availability:
Mon: ❌
Tue: 5pm–9pm
Wed: 1pm–9pm
Thu: 1pm–9pm
Fri: 2pm–9pm
Sat: 8am–9pm
Sun: 12pm–9pm
💷 New Client Assessment with Aran: £50
❓What’s Included in a New Client Assessment?
A relaxed, 1-on-1 session with your chosen coach
A clear understanding of your swing, strengths, and areas for improvement
Help setting goals and a plan that fits your level
Time for questions, equipment checks, and next steps
It’s the perfect starting point — no pressure, no need to prepare, just come as you are!
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
Where do lessons take place?
At Swanston Golf Academy in Edinburgh. You’ll get directions after booking.
Do I need to bring my own clubs?
Nope — clubs can be provided if you don’t have your own yet.
What if the weather’s bad?
We’ve got covered bays! But if we ever need to reschedule, we’ll let you know.
Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Absolutely — just give us at least 48 hours’ notice.
How far in advance can I book?
Up to 180 days in advance.
Do I need to buy more lessons now?
Nope! The New Client Assessment is a one-time intro session. From there, we’ll talk about what’s next (if you want to keep going!).
Still Not Sure Who to Pick?
You really can’t go wrong — all of our coaches are PGA certified and love helping golfers get better.
Just choose the one that fits your schedule or learning style, and we’ll take great care of you from there.