GLENEAGLES TO HOST PRACTICAL TRAINING

The Bernhard Academy has announced it will be delivering two immersive turfcare training courses at Gleneagles Golf Club in Scotland this autumn, providing hands-on learning for turf equipment professionals at all levels.

The first course, Fundamentals of Turfcare Mechanics - Level 1, will run from 11 to 13 November 2025. Over the course of three days, organisers say participants will receive in-depth instruction on machinery servicing and fault-finding, suitable for anyone managing turfcare equipment or seeking to enhance their technical confidence.

Following this, the Basic Machinery Workshop will take place on 17 November 2025. This one-day session focuses on practical daily checks, essential adjustments, and fundamental repair techniques. Bernhard's say both sessions aim to give greenkeeping teams and turfcare technicians the confidence and competence to manage their equipment more effectively.

Each course includes access to an online Abrasive Wheel safety awareness module, approved by the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM). This training aligns with HSG 17 guidance and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Attendees will also receive lunch and refreshments, a Bernhard Academy certificate of completion, and BIGGA members will benefit from course discounts and CPD credit eligibility.

Sami Strutt, education director for the Bernhard Academy, commented, “These sessions at Gleneagles are part of our ongoing mission to empower technicians with the tools, knowledge and confidence to elevate their work. Whether you’re starting out or refining your craft, our aim is to offer relevant, practical education that helps people and their clubs thrive."