PGA England East Captain & Professional Golf Coach in Brentwood
Roger Gray is one of the leading PGA Professionals in East Anglia, with a distinguished career spanning tournament play, coaching, and leadership within The Professional Golfers' Association. Based at Thorndon Park Golf Course in Brentwood, Essex — currently ranked the No.1 course in Essex and among the Top 100 courses in the UK — Roger provides expert golf lessons for players of all abilities.
In 2023, Roger was elected PGA England East Captain, a prestigious honour recognising his contribution to professional golf in the region. He is also a former Captain of the PGA in Essex, underlining his long-standing commitment to developing the game at both amateur and professional levels.
Tournament Career & Achievements
Roger's competitive career has been marked by consistent success across county, regional, and national events. His notable achievements include:
- PGA Tournament Winner — featured live on Sky Sports television coverage
- Essex Professional Championship Winner — the county's most prestigious professional event
- Five Course Records Holder — demonstrating exceptional scoring ability across different layouts
- Numerous county and regional pro-am victories — consistently competing at the highest level in East Anglia
This competitive experience directly informs Roger's coaching. Having played under pressure at the highest levels, he understands the mental and technical demands of golf and passes this knowledge on to his students.
Coaching Philosophy
Roger's teaching approach is built on clarity and simplicity. Rather than overwhelming students with technical jargon, he focuses on identifying the key areas that will deliver the biggest improvements to your game. His students consistently highlight this as one of his greatest strengths.
As student Richard Greenwood puts it: "He keeps it clear and simple which makes it easier to transfer onto the course." This practical, results-driven approach has helped golfers of all levels — from complete beginners to experienced club players — achieve their goals.
Roger teaches all aspects of the game:
- Full Swing — building or refining your technique from tee to green
- Short Game — chipping, pitching, and bunker play to save strokes around the green
- Putting — developing a consistent, reliable putting stroke
- Course Management — choosing the right shots and playing smarter golf
Proven Results
Roger's coaching delivers measurable improvements. His students have achieved significant handicap reductions, including:
- Gary Boyes — cut three shots in 12 months after being stuck at 8/9 handicap for years
- Richard Garlick — achieved a 7-shot handicap reduction to 13 in one year
- Richard Greenwood — has trusted Roger with his game for over 10 years
Where Roger Teaches
All golf lessons take place at Thorndon Park Golf Course, located in Ingrave, Brentwood, Essex (CM13 3RH). The course is just 2 miles from the M25 (junction 29), making it easily accessible from London, Essex, and surrounding areas.
You don't need to be a member of any golf club to have lessons with Roger. Simply book your lesson and he'll meet you at the course.
Book a Lesson with Roger Gray
Whether you're a complete beginner looking to learn the game, or an experienced golfer wanting to lower your handicap, Roger can help. Lessons start from £40 for a 45-minute session, with block booking discounts available.
