Dan Grieve, Head Professional at Woburn and PGA Master Coach, is one of Britain’s leading short-game specialists and the creator of the 3 Releases method.
Dan Grieve is a renowned golf coach based in England who specializes in the short game. As of November 2026, his YouTube channel has approximately 293,000 subscribers and more than 600 videos. He aims to make approach shots around the green simple and reliable for everyone. Here is a summary of his background, his method, and his video lessons.
Who is Dan Grieve?
Dan Grieve is the Head Professional at the Woburn Golf Club, in England, since February 2018. In June 2024, he became PGA Master Coach, and Golf Monthly ranks him among the top 50 coaches in the United Kingdom.
According to Golf Monthly, for which he has written numerous articles, he is “one of the best coaches in the United Kingdom,” a Fellow of the PGA, and a master of the short game. He has helped tour players win Order of Merit titles and major tournaments; his past and current students include Charley Hull and Georgia Hall.
He runs a short game school in Woburn—the DG Short Game School—at the Tavistock practice facility. According to Golf Monthly, it is the most popular short game school in the United Kingdom.
Dan Grieve's Achievements
Dan Grieve's track record is that of a coach: PGA titles, recognition from the press, and the success of his students.
| Field | Landmark |
|---|---|
| Status | PGA Master Coach (June 2024), PGA Fellow |
| Club | Head Professional at Woburn Golf Club since February 2018 |
| Recognition | Golf Monthly's Top 50 Coaches in the United Kingdom |
| Students | Charley Hull, Georgia Hall, Inci Mehmet, Iona Stephen (according to Golf Monthly) |
| Students' Achievements | One Major victory, one Tour Championship, three European Order of Merit titles (according to Woburn) |
| Book | 3 Releases, an international bestseller on the short game |
| School | DG Short Game School, Woburn |
| YouTube Channel | Approximately 293,000 subscribers, more than 600 videos (November 2026) |
Dan Grieve's Method: The 3 Releases
His method consists of three shots around the green: the 3 Releases: a low, rolling approach shot, an approach shot that lands softly with backspin, and the lob shot. Each shot has its own way of releasing the club. Dan Grieve has written a book about it, created a video course, and based most of his YouTube lessons on it.
The bump and run—the first one to master
For Dan Grieve, Release 1—the “chip and run”—is a basic shot that you need to master early on. In his lesson, he goes over the most common mistakes and how to correct them, so you can execute clean, consistent bump and run shots every time.
Dan Grieve's Lesson on Best Golf Tips
- Bump and Run (Bump-and-run approaches, Chipping): Common Mistakes in the Bump and Run Approach.
Among his students is Charley Hull: check out the profile of Charley Hull.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dan Grieve
Who is Dan Grieve?
A golf coach based in England, Head Professional at Woburn Golf Club since 2018, PGA Master Coach since 2024, and a recognized specialist in the short game.
What is the 3 Releases Method?
Dan Grieve's short game method is built around three shots: the low, rolling approach shot, the soft-landing approach shot with spin, and the lob. It is the subject of a best-selling book and a video course.
Which players has Dan Grieve coached?
According to Golf Monthly, his past and current students include Charley Hull, Georgia Hall, Inci Mehmet, and Iona Stephen.
Where can I take lessons with Dan Grieve?
At the Woburn Golf Club, at his DG Short Game School, or online through his remote lessons and his "3 Releases" course.
