Mary is a very organised, knowledgeable and fun coach. As someone who is brand new to Golf, I have thoroughly enjoyed Mary's coaching sessions.
Maree G (Mornington)
March 2025
Mary's golf clinic has been a fantastic help to my game and loads of FUN! The hour and a quarter-long sessions cover the basics of grip, stance, swing mechanics for putting, chipping, and pitching, as well as getting to understand how to use your driver! Mary provides great tips on course management, and some of the playing rules and penalties. Session notes are also provided afterwards by e-mail for reference during your own practice time. Whether you're a new player or looking to elevate your golf skills, I highly recommend this program.
Darren L .March 2025 (Trentham)
Eugene and I recently signed up for a golf group lesson with Mary Gardner. We both had individual coaching previously many years ago, and I must say, I learnt a lot more from Mary’s style of coaching/teaching. The atmosphere on the first session was welcoming and encouraging, making it perfect for golfers of all skill levels.
Mary Gardner was not only knowledgeable and experienced but also had a knack for making complex techniques easy to understand. She is enthusiastic, explaining the science behind each stroke. The rules, handicap scoring and etiquette were explained in simple, easy to understand. Mary is passionate to make sure we enjoy the game, through her enthusiasm, refining our swings and building our confidence on the course.
Thanks to Mary, Eugene & I have found enthusiasm for the sport. I highly recommend the M.G New Player Program and the Mornington Golf Club to anyone looking to enhance their game, meet fellow golf enthusiasts, and have a great time on the course. It was truly a memorable experience that I look forward to repeating and improving our swings in the future.
Ainie & Eugene K
Feb 2025 (Mornington)
Morning Mary
Ainie and I had a great time playing 6 holes on Monday. Our first time being on a course, let alone playing together. A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Now that we have acquired our own set of clubs how should we return the clubs we have been using/borrowed
See you on Saturday.
Eugene K
March 2025 Mornington
Hi Mary,
Just wanted to say thank you so much for the lesson this evening, William and I LOVED it. It was excellent and we are both feeling enthusiastic !
Sam and William Sanders (Trentham)
January - 2025
Thanks Mary – another great learning session!
Just the right amount of information, pace and reinforcement.
Great stuff!!
Antony Y (Levin)
January -- 2025
Hi Mary
So much fun yesterday!
Thanks for the great notes!
Kate J (PB)
February - 2025
Thank you for the notes Mary. Went to Karori golf club with my son on Tuesday and chipped my way around 9 holes with a 7 iron, with a bit of putting. Getting the ‘feel’ slowly,
Thanks heaps,
Sandra E (Mornington)
January - 2025
”However, the good news is that my golf has improved amazingly since having your coaching. I now feel like I know what to look at when things aren't going quite right, I understand what shot to make and I've got much more power and a better connection with the ball. On Friday I shot 51 at Carterton even with a 7 on the Par 3 9th hole.
- Ali B
We cannot say enough about the influence that the Mary Gardner golf programme has had on us and our game. A very good introduction to the game, no judgements, stress free (almost), growing confidence, understanding, skill and improvement in many aspects/facets of our game (still working on consistency). And the class of 2023 have formed a strong bond which has allowed us to play regularly with a good group of friends.
- Ann Brouwers and Mihi Williams - Levin 2024
Coaching sessions are an awesome start to this sport. These lessons are great fun as well as being very informative. Mary Gard'ner has a wonderfully bubbly manner and her delivery is excellent. I highly recommend these lessons.
- Jenny B
Thanks very much for such a great course Mary. Your passion for the sport and your students is amazing.
Bryn and I really enjoyed it and it's been great to do it together and meet so many friendly people along the way. Membership sorted yesterday and our first cards are in - we'll be working towards gaining our handicaps over the school holidays.
-Nathan Murrell
"The beginner women's golf lessons with Mary have been a great way to get into golf again. I have done beginner courses in the past but golf post-lessons didn't last very long. Mary has given me the confidence to try again and I really appreciate the group play in the latter half of the lessons. Mary has created a fun and friendly environment for learners and I feel like I will have a good group of friends to play with after these lessons."
- Jess L
Thank you for all your wonderful input into our golf adventure - it has been fun times with a great crew. Your energy and spirit helped ensure that we learnt and had fun at the same time.
I have joined Shandon and have also connected with Andrew and his partner from the Judgeford group
Many thanks again and I hope to see you out on the turf some time soon.
- John S
"Thank you for your sessions so far. I’m really enjoying it and thank you for the notes after the sessions too."
- Eunice
Great session last week - I'm really enjoying how things are starting to feel little by little like it's clicking into place."
- Bronwyn H
”These first few weeks have been fabulous! Mary makes you feel very welcome and gives great constructive feedback. I'm always looking forward to the lessons (even though it's been super windy every time!).”
- Lily A
”Thank you Mary. I really enjoyed the course and it has set me up well to head out with my husband to practice and have a laugh. The tournament tonight was a great way to finish off. Hopefully see you in June for a tournament.”
-Liz W
Wonderful experience thank you Mary. You made it so fun. It’s been awesome meeting lots of great people to start playing with.
Such a fabulous programme! Thank you Mary, 75% take up of the game is testament to your coaching and passion. It’s been a great experience.
Amazing golf experience I have been through Mary Gard'ner Golf programme and 10 years later still playing and loving it .
Mary, thanks so much for the coaching it was a fantastic experience, your enthusiasm and passion for the golf is what makes it so good. And such a great group of people. Loved every moment.
It has been great seeing so many of your players flourish into multi year members.
Thanks
Leo Barber
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
General Manager (2024)
We are ecstatic with the take up of membership
Tony Newlands
Levin Captain (2023)
We love the Programme and would love to have it back in 2025 - please save the dates
Tony Newlands
Board member - Levin Golf Club (2024)