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Basic machinery maintenance

Bernhard Academy - Moortown
9:00AM - 5:00PM, 25 Jan 2027

This class is being held at the Bernhard Academy at Moortown. Transport to and from the Academy will be provided from Harrogate Convention Centre. Please wear suitable workwear and safety boots.

This one-day, hands-on class is ideal for anyone involved in the operation, supervision or maintenance of turfcare machinery. It will provide practical basic training to complete daily checks, make adjustments, fault find and undertake basic repairs.

Learning outcomes

  • Daily machinery inspection and record keeping
  • Make common adjustments
  • Basic fault finding and repairs
  • The value of the operator’s manual

Presented by:

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Matt Axton

Programme Leader - Technical Training and Advisory

Matt joined the Bernhard Academy in June 2026. With a strong background in greenkeeping, he has successfully transitioned into an experienced turf machinery and golf course engineering professional. His career spans both the UK and the Middle East, where he has held senior technical and management roles at some of the industry’s leading venues, including The Belfry and The Royal Golf Club in Bahrain. He has also gained valuable commercial experience as an After Sales Manager within a dealer network. Matt played a key role in establishing the Turf Equipment Technicians Organisation (TETO), an active WhatsApp community that supports almost 400 sports turf machinery professionals promoting knowledge sharing, collaboration, and peer-to-peer support across the industry.

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Booking ref: M03 | Time: 9am‑5pm
Cost: Member rate £160, Non‑member rate £320

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