About Me
I served with the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards, I have spent 10 days in a Bhuddist monastery in Nepal and I’m a keen cyclist and runner with a few triathlons completed to add to the mix.
In 2022 I qualified for the Seniors Open at Gleneagles.
I also still regularly attend PGA courses on biomechanics, swing theory, equipment technology, nutrition and psychology.
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Name: Jason Ripley
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Clubs: TourEdge/Exotics
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Best Round: 64 Hillsborough
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Favourite Golfer: Tiger Woods
- Favourite Course: PGA Catalunya
- Flightscope Qualified
- V1 Sport Video Technology Instructor
- Seemore Putter Institute Qualified Instructor
- Young Masters Golf Junior Instructor
- SuperSpeed Certified Instructor
- Neuro Linguistic Programme Instructor
If you’re a complete beginner or someone who’s been playing for years, my aim is of course to improve your game, but also make the experience enjoyable. Simple, basic information that you can understand (no technical jargon here!).
I teach the way I would want to be taught – one step at a time, understanding what is to be done and how to do it correctly. I like to feel that anyone who comes for a lesson with me will not be confused with what is being taught. We cover everything from using the correct equipment to knowing how to practice to develop your game.
Everyone who walks through my door is different, but they are all treated the same way – with respect. Not everyone can devote the time they would like for many different reasons. I understand that and take this into consideration with everyone I teach.
Having played golf for over 40 years I’ve met some fantastic, colourful and interesting people and have enjoyed every minute of it. It’s helped me to learn even more about this wonderful game.
Give me the chance to share with you my knowledge of golf and enjoy the experience!
Jason Ripley– Head Golf Professional at Rother Valley Golf Centre
Jason has been at the heart of Rother Valley Golf Centre since its opening in 1994, serving as Head Golf Professional and sharing his deep passion for the game. With over 35 years of coaching experience, he has guided golfers of all levels—from juniors and ladies to seniors and professionals—helping them refine their skills and develop a lifelong love for golf.
Jason’s journey with golf began at the age of 8, and his competitive spirit quickly set him apart. As a junior, he not only represented his club but also played for Sheffield’s junior and men’s teams. By 16, he was selected for the Yorkshire Colts and made a memorable run to the semi-finals of the British Boys Championship in Scotland. Winning the Sheffield Junior Championship two years in a row remains one of his fondest achievements.
Turning professional in 1995, Jason has claimed numerous tournament victories, both in the UK and overseas. Even in his fifties, his love for competition remains strong—winning three Pro-Ams, including one in Spain (2018), and reaching the second stage of the European Seniors Tour in Portugal (2019). In 2022, he qualified for The Senior Open at Gleneagles, earning his spot at Ladybank Golf Club and competing alongside legends such as Bernhard Langer, Pádraig Harrington, Darren Clarke, José María Olazábal, and Miguel Ángel Jiménez.
Beyond competing, Jason’s true passion lies in coaching. He is dedicated to helping golfers improve their technique and gain a deeper understanding of their game. Using cutting-edge technology, including V1 video analysis and Flightscope, he provides precise insights into not just swing mechanics but also clubhead and ball performance. His commitment to player development has led some of his students to pursue university degrees in Sports Technology. Jason is very proud that some of his past students have become Golf Professionals and are now coaching too.
For Jason, golf is more than just a sport—it’s a lifelong journey. Whether coaching beginners or seasoned players, his goal is always the same: to instil confidence, enhance enjoyment, and share the wealth of knowledge he has gained throughout his career.
In 2025 Jason started a little ‘side hustle’ with his wife Anji who has been teaching yoga since 2006 and after starting to play golf herself realised the huge benefit and potential for improving aspects of golf through the application of yogic practices. Together they created YOGOLF, which offers full days of yoga and golf coaching plus some yoga and golf holidays, you can find out more at yogolf.co.uk
