Programme Leader: Technical and Equipment Management

Barry Drennan

Barry Drennan brings over 35 years of international expertise in turf management to his role at the Bernhard Academy. Beginning his career as a greenkeeper in 1987 and qualifying as a golf course mechanic in 1991, Drennan has worked with industry-leading brands, including Toro and Bernhard and Company. He has also operated businesses specialising in golf equipment sales, hire, training, and service, while contributing to prestigious tournaments such as the Ryder Cup and Walker Cup.

Upcoming Events

Start Date Name Details Location Price Status
13/04/2026 - 15/04/2026
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Limited to 8 delegates

Fundamentals of turfcare mechanics – Level 1 (3 day course: 13-15 April 2026)

Moortown Golf Club, Harrogate Rd, Alwoodley, Leeds LS17 7DB £985.00 8 Qty Available
Moortown Golf Club, Harrogate Rd, Alwoodley, Leeds LS17 7DB £985.00 8 Qty Available
09/04/2026 Limited to 8 delegates

Cutting unit set up and sharpening techniques (9 April 2026)

Loch Lomond Golf Club, Rossdhu House, Luss by Alexandria, Dumbartonshire, G83 8NT £230.00 8 Qty Available
Loch Lomond Golf Club, Rossdhu House, Luss by Alexandria, Dumbartonshire, G83 8NT £230.00 8 Qty Available