Career
He began his career on the European and Southern African tours, but had little success as a player. Leadbetter now runs an international chain of golf academies headquartered at the ChampionsGate Golf Club in Davenport, Florida, United States. which has 36 holes designed by Greg Norman. There are also branches elsewhere in North America and in Europe and Asia.
Leadbetter himself concentrates on teaching tour professionals and on instructing other coaches in his methods, who then teach his ideas at his academies.
Apart from Faldo his students include Nick Price, Charles Howell III, Michelle Wie, Lydia Ko and Byeong Hun An. Pros who formerly worked with Leadbetter included: Nick Faldo (1984–1998), Greg Norman (1997), and Ernie Els (1990–2008).
He was ranked second to Butch Harmon on the 2005-2006 edition of Golf Digest"s list of the "50 Greatest Teachers" in the United States. Leadbetter has published several books and produced numerous instructional videos and DVDs.
His latest book is The A Swing, The Alternative Approach to Great Golf.
He is also an endorser/spokesman for Systems, Applications and Products, Epson, Callaway, JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Rolex, and Golf Pride grips.
