Katie Dawkins
Katie is an Advanced PGA professional with over 20 years of coaching experience. She helps golfers of every age and ability to be the best versions of themselves. In January 2022 she was named as one of Golf Monthly's Top 50 Coaches.
Katie coaches the individual and uses her vast experience in technique, psychology and golf fitness to fix problems in a logical manner that is effective - she makes golf simple. Katie is now based on the edge of the New Forest. An experienced club coach, she developed GardenGOLF during lockdown and as well as coaching at Iford Golf Centre, The Caversham- Home of Reading Golf Club and Hamptworth Golf Club she freelances, operating via pop-up clinics and travelling to clients homes to help them use their space to improve.
She has coached tour pros on both LET tour and the Challenge Tour as well as introduced many a beginner to the game.
Katie has been writing instructional content for magazines for 20 years. Her creative approach to writing is fuelled by her sideline as an artist.
Katie's Current What's In The Bag
Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 9degrees.
Fairway: TaylorMade Qi10 5wood
Hybrid: TaylorMade 4 & 5
Irons: TaylorMade 770 6-AW
Wedges: TaylorMade Tour Grind 4 54 & 58
Putter: TaylorMade Tour X 33"
Favourite Shoes: FootJoy HyperFlex with Tour Flex Pro Softspikes on the course.
Latest articles by Katie Dawkins
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10 Items That Will Save Your Body And Your Golf Score This Summer
We offer a survival kit for summer golf that will keep you gliding over the fairways pain-free for maximum performance
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School Versus Homeschool... Which Route Is Best For Aspiring Golfers?
What is the perfect approach to studying if you want to forge a career in golf? We talk to three young players to find out
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5 Engaging Putting Games To Banish Boredom On The Practice Green
Putting practice is often neglected by amateurs, perhaps because it can be dull without the right structure, so try these 5 games to spice things up a little...
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Best Women's FootJoy Golf Shoes 2024
We run through some of the best golf shoes for women designed by FootJoy, one of the best brands in the business when it comes to golf footwear.
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'This Is How I Would Get Golfing For As Little As $300'
Top 50 coach Katie Dawkins aims to fix people's negative perception that golf is too expensive to start
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Best Women's Fairway Woods 2024
We take a look at some of the best women's fairway woods currently on the market.
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'I Admit I Was Skeptical, But I'm Now Hooked On FlingGolf' – What Is The New Take On Golf That's Growing In Popularity Worldwide?
Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins competed in a FlingGolf event. Here's her thoughts on the hype surrounding the newest sport to hit the fairways
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It's Time To Banish This Power-Sapping Move In The Golf Swing... For Good!
Golf Monthly Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins shares her top tips on how to stop casting the golf club, allowing you to unleash your power in the golf swing...
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Best Golf Skorts 2024
A combination of comfort and a confidence boost, the skort is a fantastic way of adding color or femininity to an outfit
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Reverse Overlap Putting Grip Explained
The reverse overlap putting grip is one that many professionals use, but how do you do it? Golf Monthly Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins explains all...
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"I Don't Wish This On Us At All, But The Fastest Way To Drive Change And Grow Female Participation Is A Recession"
We caught up with Women's Golf Week founder Elisa Gaudet to hear about her success story and what the future holds
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Simple Tips To Power Up Your Golf Swing
Golf Monthly Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins shares some simple tips to power up your golf swing and gain those precious extra yards...
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What Is A Neutral Golf Grip?
For many amateurs, a neutral golf grip is the key to better ball striking. In this article, our expert shares everything you need to know...
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9 Things That Make A Dream Golf Club... And Why The Course Isn't That Important
Katie Dawkins shares her vision of the perfect golf club
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10 Non-Golfing Essential Items To Have In Your Golf Bag...You Might Be Surprised!
Katie Dawkins delves into the many pockets of her golf bag and reveals all the non-golfing items she deems essential
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Best Golf Boots 2024
We look at the best golf boots for both Men and Women that are available on the market
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Why Do I Pull Iron Shots?
In this video and article, Golf Monthly Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins shares why golfers pull iron shots and offers some helpful tips...
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'A Total Train-Wreck Of Emotions – Why Are Women More Prone To First-Tee Nerves Than Men?'
We offer an insight into how women process first-tee nerves and why we may be more prone to them than our male counterparts!
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Callaway Fairway+ HD Golf Bag Review
Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins tests the Callaway Fairway+ HD stand bag to gauge the performance.
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3-Wood Ball Position Explained: Why This Holds The Key To Better Strikes
Our expert runs through the correct 3-wood ball position, giving you some helpful tips to improve your strike...
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FootJoy Flex 2024 Women's Shoe Review
Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins puts the latest FootJoy Flex Women's Shoe through its paces
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Puma Fusion Crush Sport Ladies Golf Shoe Review
Top 50 Coach Katie Dawkins gives the new Puma Fusion Crush Sport Women’s Golf Shoe a full workout. Do they go the distance? We think so.
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Can You Lose Weight Playing Golf?
Golf is a long walk and great exercise, but you need to make smart choices if the sport is part of your weight loss programme
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'It's Absolutely Insane That Many Golf Clubs Still Limit When Women Can Play' - Why Clubs MUST Start Walking The Walk When It Comes To Equality
Golf clubs are making strides to bring equality to the game, but many are still stuck in the Jurassic period or moonlighting and getting away with it
By Katie Dawkins Published