Roxane Scharl teaches at Golf de Lavaux, nestled between Lake Geneva and the mountains in the canton of Vaud. With a background in sports science and a coaching philosophy that reaches well beyond the swing, she represents a new generation of Swiss PGA Professionals — one that treats golf performance as a blend of technique, physical preparation and mental strength.

Drawn to the Challenge

Roxane discovered golf at a young age and was immediately captivated — not by the glamour, but by the complexity. What fascinated her was the fact that success in golf depends on far more than talent. It demands discipline, patience, resilience and a constant willingness to learn.

As her experience grew, she realised that what motivated her most wasn’t just improving her own game, but helping others progress. “Seeing someone gain confidence, overcome obstacles and achieve their goals is incredibly rewarding,” she says. That realisation marked the turning point: coaching wasn’t just an option — it was a calling.

From Sports Science to the Fairway

Before entering the golf industry, she studied Sports Science at university, specialising in physical preparation. It’s a background that continues to shape everything she does on the course. Where many coaches focus primarily on swing mechanics, Roxane sees golf performance as a combination of technical, physical and mental skills — a perspective rooted in her academic training and reinforced by years of practical experience.

This holistic view also drew her to the Swiss PGA programme. “It’s not only about teaching golf technique,” she explains. “It’s about understanding how people learn, communicate and develop over time.” For Roxane, the programme’s emphasis on seeing the player as a whole person — not just a swing to fix — was a natural fit.

Personalised, Structured, Supportive

Ask Roxane Scharl to describe her teaching style and the answer comes in three carefully chosen words: personalised, structured and supportive. Every golfer brings a different background, learning style and set of goals, and her role is to adapt accordingly — providing a clear framework while leaving room for the individual.

At the heart of her approach is trust. “When students feel comfortable, understood and supported, they are more willing to learn, make mistakes and grow,” she says. Technical improvement matters, of course, but for Roxane, lasting progress begins with confidence and enjoyment.

Technology plays a supporting role. She values the objective feedback that launch monitors and data analysis can provide, but is clear about its place: “Data should support the coaching process, not drive it.” Her job, as she sees it, is to translate numbers into practical solutions that are meaningful for each player.

More Than a Swing

A pivotal insight in her career was the recognition that performance extends far beyond the quality of a golf swing. Physical preparation, emotional control, self-confidence and adaptability all play a significant role — a realisation that fundamentally shaped her coaching philosophy.

“Developing the person behind the golfer is just as important as developing technical skills,” she says. It’s a conviction she is actively deepening: Roxane is currently completing training in mental performance coaching, with the aim of integrating this discipline more fully into her work.

Boxing, Drawing and Mountain Air

Off the course, Roxane is anything but idle. Sport remains central to her life — boxing, running and gym sessions keep her sharp and feed her curiosity about what drives performance. She’s also an avid hiker who loves spending time in the mountains, and a keen artist: drawing offers a creative outlet and a way to switch off from the demands of daily coaching.

It’s a portrait of someone who practises what she preaches — balance, challenge and continuous growth, on and off the course.

A Message to the Next Generation

Roxane’s advice to future Swiss PGA Professionals is both generous and clear: stay curious and never stop learning. Technical knowledge is essential, she says, but what truly makes a difference is the ability to connect with people, understand their needs and guide them through their journey. “Coaching is ultimately about helping others unlock their potential — and that responsibility should never be taken for granted.”