About Charles
With over 20 years of experience coaching players at every level of the game — from aspiring amateurs to full Tour professionals — Charles Sandison-Woods has earned a global reputation as one of golf’s foremost performance coaches.
His work spans continents and tours, national teams and collegiate programs, elite juniors and major-winning professionals. Charles has not only been mentored and trained by the world’s top minds in coaching, he is now recognized among them — a true authority on the art and science of performance in golf.
Recognized Globally for Excellence in Coaching
Charles is one of Europe’s most respected minds in golf, putting and performance coaching — certified by Golf Digest as one of the world’s top coaches and trusted by elite players, tour winners, and national teams. Known for his technical precision, system-led approach, and deep understanding of player psychology, Charles combines cutting-edge technology with elite coaching frameworks to deliver measurable gains at the highest level of the game. Every player he works with, from rising juniors to professionals, receives world-class insight, attention to detail, and a relentless focus on performance.
A World-Class Education in the Game
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Mike Adams, Dana Dahlquist, Andy Plummer, Mac O’Grady, Michael Jacobs, Chuck Cook, Jim Hardy. Each of these icons has shaped Charles’ understanding of swing mechanics, matchups, and impact physics at the most advanced levels.
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Dr. Rob Neal, James Sieckmann, James Ridyard, Graham Walker.
Charles brings a modern, evidence-based approach to the scoring game — built on a blend of biomechanics, feel, and competitive execution.
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- AimPoint Certified Instructor
- Science and Motion Level 3 Certified
- Vertex Ambassador- Flatstick Certified Coach
- Quintic Ball Roll Certified
- Putting Solutions Certified
Charles is known as a true putting expert, trusted by players and teams to bring clarity and results on the greens.
Expert in Biomechanics & Movement Science
Charles has studied and worked closely with the world’s most respected biomechanists, including:
Dr. Mark Bull, Dr. Rob Neal, Dr. Sasho MacKenzie, Dr. Scott Lynn, Dr. Kwon, Michael Neff, Jon Sinclair
His understanding of how the body moves — and how to coach movement efficiently and sustainably — sets him apart from traditional swing instruction.
More Than a Coach — A Performance Partner
Charles is more than just a teacher. He’s a performance consultant, biomechanical strategist, putting technician, mindset coach, and data analyst — all in one. Whether you’re a Tour player refining the final 1% or a serious amateur chasing a breakthrough, Charles brings the same elite-level systems, structure, and support.
His approach is rooted in evidence, collaboration, and relentless attention to detail — always with one goal in mind: unlock your true potential and help you perform at your best when it matters most.
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Charles blends coaching with deep psychological insight, having trained under:
Dr. Karl Morris, Dr. Burnett McCabe, Dr. Brian Hemmings, Dr. Dave Collins, Dr. Ian Peek
This allows him to support players not just physically and technically, but mentally — helping them compete with clarity and composure under pressure.
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With expertise in modern performance data and course management, Charles has trained. under:
Scott Fawcett (DECADE), James Wilson, Tom Boyes, Stuart Leong, Graeme Leslie, James Wilson and Tom boyes (UpGame), Stuart Leong (shots2hole), Graeme Leslie (Golf Data Lab)
This enables Charles to design data-driven plans for player development, tournament, preparation, and scoring improvement — all backed by advanced statistical tools like; UpGame, where he serves as a global Ambassador and trusted expert.
Let’s Work Together
If you’re ready to elevate your game — and train like the best in the world — you’re in the right place.