Welcome to islaygolfteacher.co.uk. The website of Ron Goudie, Islay Golf Pro. Ron is the resident professional at The Machrie Hotel and Golf Links on the beautiful hebridean Isle of Islay. The Machrie is a Championship Links course (currently No 62 in the UK, Golf World 2008 rankings), it is a pure, natural links course and in the opinion of many is the best course you’ve never heard of!

Playing a links golf course is very different from playing an inland course and Ron is available to help you get the most from your trip to The Machrie. One to one, playing lessons, speciality links and putting lessons are all offered. Group lessons and corporate days or events can be tailored to suit requirements.

A new concept for 2009 is a Hickory Links experience day, called ’Halcyon days’ ,it looks to re-create the original Open played over Machrie links 100+ years ago for the then unheard of prize of £100. If you are a golfer who “sees through to the soul of the game” then this is the package for you.(equipment is provided)

Should you wish to book an escorted golf holiday, we have developed packages to include either other golf courses on the mainland or a combination of golf at The Machrie and other activities on Islay. Contact Ron for details, he can custom build a trip around your needs for any party large or small.

I look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to a course that has no temporary greens and a milder year round climate than London, spectacular scenery and of course famous hebridean hospitality.