Mark Smith

Head Golf Professional

Mark leads all golf instruction at OGP. With decades of experience developing low-handicap amateurs and elite juniors, he doesn't teach a "textbook swing." He architects your swing — built on your body, your goals, and your timeline.

Experience

Meet Mark Smith: Hong Kong’s Acclaimed Golf Coach with 30 Years of Experience

Mark Smith is one of Hong Kong’s finest golf coaches, boasting an impressive 30 years of coaching experience. His accolades include guiding players to victory at the highest levels, from junior to senior ranks, in both amateur and professional tournaments.

Originally from Australia, Mark honed his coaching skills at the State and National Player level before making his mark in London at the Regents Park Golf & Tennis School. In Hong Kong, he has held esteemed positions, including Director of Instruction at the Whiterock Golf Academy, coach at various clubs, and Director of The Golf School of Hong Kong. Most recently, he served as the Lead Instructor at GolfZon-GreenLive Hong Kong.

Mark’s coaching philosophy is centered on a holistic approach, incorporating cutting-edge technology to optimize results. His mission is to instill a love for the game in his students, and he considers their success as his own, making them partners in their golf journey.

With a passion for helping golfers of all ages and abilities, Mark excels in offering structured coaching pathways tailored to individual goals. While he follows a solid framework, he understands and enjoys the importance of adapting coaching techniques to suit each golfer’s unique strengths and abilities.