It is estimated that it will take a full term (6 weeks) for the junior golfer to advance to the next level. A GOLF SKILLS TEST will be held regularly so that it will be possible for the junior golfer to advance to the next level. We understand that certain children may progress in their learning more quickly than other participants in each program. It is at the sole discretion of the Club Professional and / or Golf Operations to assess each junior if they are ready to progress to the next level. Alternately, private tuition at discounted junior pricing is available to each child’s to assist in advancing to the next level.
At the completion of each level a presentation will be made to the junior that has completed the level and will be held at the end of the last playing lesson of the term. Parents/Guardians will be notified when their child has graduated to the next level, and as this is a key event, all parents/guardians are expected to attend where possible.
LEVEL 1 – ROOKIE
This level provides the perfect introduction to golf for children with little or no golf experience, aged from 6 years. The key to these lessons is for the child to learn the basics of golf and to have FUN doing it. Children will learn:
• Grip, stance, posture (basic fundamentals),
• Putting, chipping, pitching, and basic swing movements,
• Golf Clubs and their various uses,
• Golf etiquette and safety on the SHORT COURSE,
• Skin protection, skills tests, fun games and giveaways.
Rookie clinics are generally conducted on Tuesday afternoons throughout the school term whilst school holiday camps are also offered. All golf clubs, balls are supplied complimentary for those children who do not have equipment.
Requirements to reach level 2 – STAR
• Basic understanding of putting with a score of 27 or better over 9 holes putting.
• Basic chipping with the ability to hit 1 out of 5 chip shots on the green near the hole.
• Basic pitching with the ability to hit 1 shots out of 5 over a bunker onto the green.
• Play 6 holes on the short course in a score of 36 or better.
LEVEL 2 – STAR
This is a more advanced program where the junior golfer will begin to play regularly on the driving range.
Juniors will learn and be provided with:
• Short Game Coaching
• Golf terminology and basic golf rules
• On Course play and instruction
• Skills tests and regular involvement in the limited hole Saturday afternoon junior competition. Regular participation in school terms clinics and school holiday camps are a requirement of each junior to progress to the next level.
Requirements to reach level 3 – MASTER
• Intermediate understanding of putting with a score of 24 or better over 9 holes putting.
• Intermediate chipping with the ability to hit 2 out of 5 chip shots on the green near the hole.
• Intermediate pitching with the ability to hit 2 shots out of 5 over a bunker onto the green.
• Play 6 holes on the short course in a score of 30 or better.
LEVEL 3 – MASTER
The MASTER program is where the Junior Golfer will learn to MASTER all SEVEN Key Golf Shots to be able to play each shot easily.
Juniors will learn and focus on the 7 main shots in golf:
• Driver, Hybrid and Irons
• Pitching, Chipping, Bunker Shots and Putting
• 7 Key Golf Rules
• Skills tests and regular involvement in the Saturday afternoon junior competition.
Regular participation in school terms clinics and school holiday camps are a requirement of each junior to progress to the next level.
Requirements to reach level 4 – GRAND MASTER
• Advance understanding of putting with a score of 21 or better over 9 holes putting.
• Advanced chipping with the ability to hit 3 out of 5 chip shots on the green near the hole.
• Advanced pitching with the ability to hit 3 shots out of 5 over a bunker onto the green.
• Advanced bunker play with the ability to hit 3 shots out of 5 out of a bunker onto the green.
• Play 6 holes on the short course in a score of 23 or better.
LEVEL 4 – GRAND MASTER
The GRAND MASTER program is where the Junior Golfer has MASTERED the basics of the Golf game and they have a full understanding of all 7 Golf Shots. They play regularly and they are working hard to achieve a golf handicap.
Juniors will learn and focus on the 7 main shots in golf:
• Driver, Hybrid, Irons, Pitching, Chipping, Bunker Shots and Putting,
• 7 Key Golf Rules,
• Skills tests and regular involvement in the Saturday afternoon junior competition.
Requirements to reach level 5 – CHAMPION
• Advanced putting with a score of 18 or better over 9 holes putting,
• Advanced chipping with the ability to hit 4 out of 5 chip shots on the green within 2 meters,
• Advanced pitching with the ability to hit 3 shots out of 5 over a bunker onto the green,
• Play 6 holes on the short course in a score of 20 or better.
• Obtain a 9 hole handicap during the Saturday afternoon competitions.
LEVEL 5 – CHAMPION
The CHAMPION level is where the Junior Golfer has achieved a 9 Hole Golf Handicap.
Once the junior has successfully completed the GRAND MASTER Program by way of skills tests and playing ability, developed a sound knowledge of the game, demonstrated positive behaviour and golf etiquette, they will then have the opportunity to take their game to the next level. The goal is to obtain and improve upon a 9 hole HANDICAP.
CHAMPION LEVEL Juniors will be presented with the following opportunities:
• Weekly training sessions held through each school term,
• “Squad” member cap
