About

Ryan Kearns

Years Professional

Brand Certifications

Junior Students

Ryan Kearns coaching at Knebworth Golf Club

Biography

A Passion for Coaching

Ryan turned professional in 2013 and, over 11+ years as a PGA golf coach, has dedicated his career to helping golfers of all abilities unlock their potential. After honing his craft at Old Fold Manor Golf Club, he joined Knebworth Golf Club in 2015, where he has built a reputation as one of Hertfordshire's most sought-after coaches.

His coaching journey has been shaped by working alongside and learning from tour professionals including Simon Dyson, Matt Belsham, Ben Storey, and Lee Scarborough - experience that informs every lesson he delivers.

Ryan coaches the full spectrum - from complete beginners picking up a club for the first time through to plus-handicap golfers fine-tuning for competition. Every session is data-driven, personalised, and focused on measurable improvement, using the TrackMan 4 studio and short game facilities at Knebworth. Pupils travel in from across Hertfordshire and the surrounding counties.

Career Timeline

2013

Turned professional

2015

Joined Knebworth Golf Club

2020

Level 2 BioMechanics Coach

2024

Wedge Matrix certification achieved

2025

Alex Buckner Academy trained

Accreditations

Qualifications & Certifications

Recognised credentials that underpin every coaching session.

Wedge Matrix Certified

A prestigious four-level instructor certification created by James Ridyard of Short Game Secrets, covering over 20 hours of advanced short game methodology. The Wedge Matrix system provides a structured framework for diagnosing and improving every aspect of wedge play.

First UK certified Wedge Matrix coach.

Alex Buckner Academy Coach

Trained under Alex Buckner - the youngest PGA member to achieve PGA Fellow status at just 26. Alex has coached 50+ professional golfers across the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Challenge Tour, and is recognised as one of golf's leading short game specialists.

Trained by one of the world's leading short game specialists.

Level 2 Golf BioMechanics Coach

Qualified in the science of golf swing biomechanics - understanding how the body moves to generate power, consistency, and accuracy in the golf swing.

Certified Club Fitter

Qualified fitter across five major equipment brands, ensuring your clubs are optimised for your swing characteristics and playing style.

Certified by Ping, Cobra, TaylorMade, and Titleist.

Community

Jack Mudd Academy

Co-founded with Head Professional Ian Parker, the Jack Mudd Academy is named in memory of Jack Mudd - a promising young Stevenage golfer who tragically lost his life in a car accident at the age of 19.

Now with over 70 juniors enrolled, the academy runs a 10-level programme for players aged 6-16, covering everything from first swings to main course play. It's about more than technique - it's about building confidence, teaching etiquette, and nurturing a love for the game.