HEAD INSTRUCTOR • PERFORMANCE COACHING
Developing Technique, Performance & Competitive Ability
Chalton combines the Leadbetter coaching system, PGA expertise, sports science and modern performance-analysis technology to create a comprehensive development pathway for golfers — from strong technical fundamentals to improved on-course performance.
Tournament Wins
2025–2026
Top 10
Finishes
Top 20
Finishes
Professional Qualifications & Certifications
Chalton’s professional foundation is built on the Leadbetter coaching system, PGA standards and modern golf performance-analysis technology.
- Leadbetter Certified Coach – Level 1
- PGA South Africa – Class AA Member
- TPI Certified Coach
- Sportsbox AI Level 1 Certified (2025)
- Certified in the use of
FlightScope, TrackMan, FocusBand
and SAM PuttLab
Professional Development
Chalton continuously develops his coaching expertise through professional education, specialist workshops and practical experience within competitive golf environments.
- R&A Level 1 Rules of Golf Certification
(2015) - Special Olympics Coach Certification
(2015) - Tournament operations experience at the
DP World Tour – Joburg Open
(2015 & 2016) - Short Game Workshop with Matthew Tipper
(2019) - SADGA Coaches Workshop
(2020) - Coaching with Launch Monitors – PGA
(2020)
Coaching Expertise
Chalton’s coaching approach focuses on building sustainable technical foundations, improving performance and transferring improvements from the practice environment into measurable results on the golf course.
- On-Course Coaching –
course strategy and competitive performance development - Full Swing –
building and refining swing technique - Short Game –
developing scoring skills around the green - Junior Golf Development –
structured development for children and young golfers - Group coaching for male and female golfers
- Tournament preparation and
competitive performance development - Data-driven coaching
using modern golf technology
Student Development Achievements – 2025
- Student selected for the
Central Gauteng Men’s IPT Team – team finished Runner-Up - Student selected for the
Ekurhuleni Ladies IPT Team – team became Champions - Student represented
Zambia at the Region 5 Tournament – finished 6th individually - Helped 4 students achieve rankings on the WAGR – World Amateur Golf Ranking
Tournament Highlights – 2025
- Champion –
Botswana Orapa Closed - Champion –
Diamond Challenge - Tied 2nd –
Kenya Kabete Open - Tied 3rd –
Botswana Ladies Open - Tied 4th –
GNGU Silver Salver - Tied 5th –
Bushveld Ladies Challenge
– Professional Event
2025 PERFORMANCE SUMMARY
2025 Season Summary
2 Tournament Wins •
11 Top 10 Finishes •
17 Top 20 Finishes
Student Development Achievements – 2026
- Student once again selected for the
Central Gauteng Men’s IPT Team
Tournament Highlights – 2026
- Champion –
Kenya Junior Stroke Play Championship - Champion –
Matabeleland Amateur - Tied 2nd –
Kabete Junior Open - Tied 6th –
Nchanga Open
2026 PERFORMANCE SUMMARY
2026 Season Summary
2 Tournament Wins •
6 Top 10 Finishes •
13 Top 20 Finishes
PGA COACH • INTERNATIONAL GOLF EXPERIENCE
Technical Coaching, Course Strategy & On-Course Performance
Benjamin combines an international PGA background, hands-on experience in professional golf and modern performance-analysis technology to help golfers improve their technique, course strategy and ability to score more effectively on the golf course.
Caddie Experience
Former Caddie
PGA Membership
Qualifications & Professional Background
Benjamin’s professional foundation combines the Leadbetter coaching system, PGA education and practical coaching experience within international golf environments.
- Leadbetter Certified Coach – Level 1
- Member of
The PGA UK
and
PGA New Zealand - GLE – GOLFZON Leadbetter Education Certified Coach
- 2 years of coaching and player-development experience
at one of New Zealand’s leading golf courses
International Golf Experience
Benjamin’s first-hand experience within professional golf gives him a practical understanding of course strategy, tournament preparation and the decision-making required to perform effectively on the golf course.
- Caddie experience at
The Open Championship - Former caddie for golf legend
Gary Player - Experience working within professional golf environments
and exposure to international competitive standards
Coaching Expertise
Benjamin focuses on helping golfers understand the root cause of technical issues, using data to identify the right areas for improvement and translating those changes into better on-course performance.
- TrackMan Certified Professional –
ball-flight, club-data and performance analysis - Course Management –
developing smarter course strategy and improving scoring performance - Mental Performance –
developing competitive mindset, confidence and decision-making - Advanced
swing analysis and technical diagnosis - Application of modern golf technology
and training equipment - Club Fitting –
club fitting, assembly, building and repairs
Coaching Philosophy
Benjamin believes golfers make the greatest progress when they understand why a technical change is necessary, rather than simply being told to change their swing.
He combines professional golf knowledge, modern performance data and practical on-course experience to create a coaching approach tailored to each golfer.
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
The goal is not simply to build a better golf swing, but to help each player make better decisions, manage the golf course more effectively and perform with greater confidence.
NCAA EXPERIENCE • DATA-DRIVEN COACHING
Developing Golfers Through Technology, Data & Personalized Training
With an NCAA golf background in the United States and extensive experience in junior player development, Anh Minh combines technical coaching, modern technology and performance data to create clear, measurable
and personalized development pathways for every golfer.
Leadbetter Certified
College Golf Experience
Golf Development in the USA
Qualifications & Professional Background
Anh Minh developed his golf career within the competitive golf environment of the United States, combining NCAA playing experience with the Leadbetter coaching system.
- Leadbetter Certified Coach – Level 2
- NCAA Division II collegiate golfer
at Lincoln Memorial University, USA - Graduate of the
International Junior Golf Academy – IJGA - Junior golf coach at the
IJGA Summer Camp in 2025 - More than 7 years of experience
in golf training and player development
in the United States - Strong English communication skills
with an in-depth understanding of
professional golf terminology
Coaching Expertise
His coaching approach focuses on identifying the underlying causes of technical issues, measuring performance and building an individualized development plan for each golfer.
- Advanced
video swing analysis
and in-depth technical assessment - Performance data analysis
and evidence-based coaching - Practice planning and
on-course strategy management - Long-term
junior golfer development - Development of
personalized training programs
based on each player’s individual goals and needs
Technology & Performance Analysis
Technology is used as a tool to help golfers better understand their swing, body movement and actual performance rather than relying solely on feel or perception.
- TrackMan –
ball-flight and club-data analysis - Swing Catalyst –
movement and force analysis - Sportsbox AI –
3D motion analysis - Force Plates –
ground-force and weight-transfer analysis - DECADE Golf –
course strategy and decision-making support
Coaching Philosophy
- Combine
technology, data and structured training programs
to optimize performance - Build strong technical foundations
to support long-term development - Create a
personalized development pathway
for each golfer - Use measurable performance indicators
to track progress and encourage continuous improvement - Develop confidence, discipline
and a lasting passion for golf
COACHING APPROACH
The goal is not simply to help golfers
hit the ball better,
but to help each player understand
their own development process
and build skills that can be sustained over the long term.
Competitive Highlights
- Three-time IJGT U16 Champion
- Runner-Up
in the TGA–SINGHA Junior Golf Ranking
in 2024 - Multiple
Top 3 finishes
in junior golf tournaments
across the United States - NCAA Division II collegiate golfer
at Lincoln Memorial University - Leadbetter Certified Coach – Level 2
Player Development Mission
Anh Minh is committed to helping golfers of all levels unlock their full potential through structured coaching, modern technology and data-driven performance analysis.
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT MISSION
Developing More Than Skills — Developing the Golfer
His goal is to create a positive learning environment where players can continue to improve, build greater confidence and discipline, and establish a strong foundation for sustainable success both in golf and in life.
NCAA PATHWAY DIRECTOR • COLLEGE GOLF DEVELOPMENT
Guiding Junior Golfers Toward U.S. College Golf
Drawing on international tournament experience, his own NCAA scholarship journey and exposure to professional golf, Qihao provides practical guidance and personalized development pathways for junior golfers aspiring to compete and study within the U.S. collegiate golf system.
Full Scholarship 2018–2023
Junior & College Championships
International Tour Experience
Qualifications & Professional Experience
Qihao combines competitive playing experience, exposure to professional golf and first-hand experience as an NCAA student-athlete to help junior golfers build a clear and realistic development pathway.
- NCAA Pathway Director
at GOLFZON Leadbetter Academy Ho Chi Minh City - GLE Certified Coach
- Caddied on the
US PGA Tour
for professional golfer
Kevin Streelman in 2016 - Competitive experience on the
Australian PGA Tour in 2016 - Competitive experience on the
DP World Tour in 2017
Competitive & Academic Achievements
Qihao’s journey from junior golf to the U.S. collegiate system gives him first-hand insight into the competitive, academic and developmental standards required of aspiring college golfers.
- Chinese National Junior Golf Champion
– 2015 - Dustin Johnson Junior World Championship Winner
– 2016 - USA College Golf Combine Champion
– 2017 - AJGA College Signee
– Class of 2018 - NCAA student-athlete on a
full scholarship
from 2018 to 2023 - Represented a
California State University
in collegiate golf on an athletic scholarship
Mentors & Professional Influences
Throughout his development, Qihao has had the opportunity to learn from
and be exposed to the coaching philosophies of internationally respected golf professionals.
Gary Gilchrist
A recognized figure in junior player development, with extensive experience coaching professional golfers and developing elite junior talent.
Lynn Marriott & Pia Nilsson
Co-founders of Vision54, a performance coaching system focused on
competitive mindset, on-course decision-making and the overall development of the golfer.
Dave Phillips
Co-founder of the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), with expertise in golf performance, biomechanics and athlete development.
NCAA & College Golf Expertise
Qihao focuses on helping junior golfers understand the pathway from competitive golf development to preparing for the U.S. college recruitment and admissions process.
- College admissions guidance
and NCAA golf pathway planning - Planning for
U.S. college scholarship opportunities - Building
long-term junior golfer development pathways - Guidance on college admissions
and athletic recruitment - Mentoring and guidance for
international student-athletes
Pathway to U.S. College Golf
As a former national junior champion, NCAA scholarship student-athlete
and golfer with international competitive experience, Qihao understands the preparation required for young players pursuing college golf in the United States.
NCAA PLAYER PATHWAY
From Junior Golfer to College Student-Athlete
Qihao develops personalized pathways designed to help junior golfers improve their competitive level, understand the college admissions and recruitment process, and identify opportunities that fit their individual goals
within the U.S. collegiate golf system. The objective is to build a strong foundation for golf performance, academics and long-term development.
