The Bernhard Academy, a leading provider of professional development programmes and seminars in the turf care and golf industries, has announced the launch of five new online leadership and management courses for Autumn/Winter 2025.
These new interactive digital sessions are designed to support professionals at every stage of their career, offering practical tools and insights to help participants build confidence and become effective leaders.
Covering personality styles, decision-making, change management, delegation and navigating challenging conversations, each class is delivered online at 3pm (GMT) and lasts up to 90 minutes – making them both flexible and accessible to busy professionals worldwide.
Schedule of courses:
14 October – Exploring personality styles for meaningful communication
28 October – Unlocking proven techniques for leading change
11 November – How to delegate with confidence
2 December – Essential skills to navigate difficult conversations
16 December – Making bold, confident decisions that stick
Sami Strutt, Education Director of the Bernhard Academy, said: “We’re excited to bring online classes that reflect the real challenges and opportunities faced by today’s turf professionals. These sessions are designed to be practical, engaging, and immediately applicable.”
All sessions will be led by Phil Helmn MG, Programme Leader at the Bernhard Academy and author of The Power of People and the forthcoming The Power of You. His experience in team leadership and personal development ensures that the courses combine real-world insight with practical application.
Helmn commented: “Because these courses are delivered online, we’re able to connect with participants all over the world. Leadership challenges may differ in context, but the skills are universal – and we’re proud to make them accessible to a global audience.”
The courses are designed for golf course managers and superintendents, deputies and assistants, golf club managers, golf professionals, and team leaders or aspiring leaders across the golf industry. Members of BIGGA are also eligible for a 15% discount on the cost of each class as part of the Academy’s commitment to supporting professional growth within the turf industry.
Bookings are now open at bernhardacademy.co.uk/courses/