Ian Benson
Head AAT PGA Professional

Ian became Hindhead's Professional in 2003.

He spent most of his earlier career at local clubs, Blackmoor and Blacknest, before moving to Leek Golf Club in Staffordshire.

He has over 25 years of experience teaching golfers of all standards from beginners to professionals, to help them achieve higher golf performance and lower scores through simple and clear techniques.

“I still get a buzz today as much as I did back in 1985 helping a golfer improve and achieve what they might not have thought possible".

Srixon
Ambassador

Ian is one of the elite band of UK 'Srixon Ambassadors' and his Professional Shop carries both Srixon and Cleveland stock. But he is proud of being able to provide a wide choice for the Members and visitors and houses all the other major brands such as Titleist, Ping, Taylor Made, Benross, Glenmuir, Oscar Jacobson, Peter Millar, Foot-Joy and Sketchers.

“The team and I work very hard to make sure the shop is welcoming for everyone whether they are there to browse or buy, or simply to have a chat about the great game of golf. The kettle is always on”.

Virgin National
Pro-Am Championship

Enjoying a long and successful playing career, Ian has won over 60 PGA tournaments that include the Stafforshire Open, the Hampshire Open and the prestigious Hampshire Order of Merit. Ian also enters tournaments with members and is seen pictured with Simon Marvell after they won the Virgin National Pro-Am Tournament.

As well as teaching and playing, Ian is involved in the day to day business at Hindhead such as tournament administration, event planning, society and corporate day support, budgeting, marketing and member recruitment.

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Benson Golf Online

Click here to take you to the Benson Golf Online store. 

we have a 24/7 option to view the latest fashion items as well as shoes ,balls  & other golfing items , members may collect in store or arrange for items to be posted , they can also arrange for items to be placed against there Pro Shop A/C . If there is an item you desire that's not shown on the shop pages please e mail us & we will endeavour to source it ASAP

 
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Robert Scully

Robert joined Hindhead in 2019 

He has taken to developing a in-depth junior Program as well as being an active coach to golfers of all levels, Robert passed his PGA qualifications in early 2019 . Robert participates in PGA South Region events.

Joe Sykes 

Joe joined Hindhead in 2018 

He has now passed his year 1 & year 2 PGA accreditation & began teaching in the 2019 season and is always working on his game finding ways to improve. Joe participates in PGA South Region events 

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