

South Africa's Leading Golf School - Preparing Talented Players for Professional Careers Since 2004
Do you want to train at the leading golf school in South Africa? The TGSE Academy offers intensive elite performance training in a dynamic learning environment, to prepare talented players for a successful professional playing career.
The academy structure is proving to be the most successful modern-day route to a tour career, as talented students are able to concentrate fully on their golf with full support before turning pro.
TGSE opened the 1st full-time elite performance academy in South Africa in 2004, and our experience has kept us as the No 1 academy for producing professional golfers.
Comprehensive training covering every aspect of elite golf performance
Players receive world class training from a coaching team led by TGSE Founder and Performance Director, Paul Mackenzie, following the unique Total Golf Coaching System.
Full use is made of the latest coaching technology such as Flightscope and training aids to accelerate the improvement process.
Players receive intense twice-weekly squad training from TGSE's Strength & Conditioning Specialist, as well as golf-specific testing every cycle and a personal fitness program to follow in between sessions.
Our specialist has a BA Honours in Sport Science and Human Movement Science from University of Pretoria and is certified by the Titleist Performance Institute.
Players receive 1-on-1 sessions with one of our team of Psychologists. The sessions are built around each learner's specific individual needs.
Sessions can relate to factors such as:
Players receive weekly course strategy sessions designed to enhance the thinking and playability of the player on the course. Learn to make smarter decisions and manage your game effectively in competitive situations.
TGSE hosts a full schedule of exclusive tournaments, which form the basis of the TGSE Order of Merit. Tournaments include strokeplay medals and a number of 72-hole championships.
All vital statistics are analysed to help form the student's Performance Development Programme. Matchplay also forms a vital part of the programme with an internal championship and matches against other competitive teams. Students also compete in local and national amateur tournaments to gain additional experience.
Students train at first class facilities at each campus. They also play a full tournament schedule at top-rated golf courses, where they become members and receive unlimited prepaid rounds of golf.
Looking for world-class expertise and a disciplined environment to help them achieve their dreams of a successful playing career.
Players who wish to give themselves that extra edge over the competition that can make the difference between success and failure.
Interview
With Elite Performance Director
Game Assessment
Comprehensive game assessment session
Personality Profile
Personality profile test
Only 12 applicants accepted per year
Exclusive, personalized training environment
A whole host of provincial and international representatives have been trained at TGSE, including three world champions and many who have gone on to achieve playing privileges on the Sunshine Tour and international tours.
Take the first step towards your professional golf career with TGSE Elite Academy
Limited to 12 students per year - Apply early to secure your place