Waupaca Country Club Junior Golf Program
No Holers (ages 4-6), Level 1 - (ages 6-8), Level 2 (Boys & Girls) - (ages 9-12, 9-16)
Level 3 - (ages 11-16)
Ages are approximate depending on skill level, car pooling, social compatibility etc.
As a life long golfer and member of the PGA since 1997, I understand the importance of a good junior golf program. There is nothing more rewarding to me than introducing a youngster to golf or helping a more experienced junior take their game to a new level.
The Junior Golf Program at Waupaca Country Club is a fabulous opportunity for juniors to have fun and increase their knowledge of golf. At no time in our history have youngsters faced so many temptations and frustrations in the always difficult growing process. Our program encourages proper technique, etiquette, rules, sportsmanship, and most importantly, fun. Beginning golf education at a young age is good for many reasons: It provides boys and girls the opportunity for self -expression, plus, golf is a great teacher of self-reliance and self-discipline. An added bonus is helping to create a solid core for the golf community in upcoming years. Instilling positive and sportsmanlike attitudes in young players will make for better and more enthusiastic golfers in the future. The Junior Golf Program is open to all junior golfers age six and above. We have a special “no-hole group” for juniors under age 6 who show interest but are not ready for the course.
Our junior program is designed to accommodate the needs of any student at any ability level. The no-holers, where kids as young as four putt their first golf ball, to the Competitive class where a student might break par for the first time, there is definitely something for every student.
By dividing the juniors into various levels it will enable us to improve the student to teacher ratio and make it possible to work with juniors of varying abilities more effectively.
The following pages outline each level and how we plan to progress through the summer. These plans may vary based on the size of the groups and their ability to grasp the various stages of learning. Thank you for your interest in the Waupaca Country Club Junior Golf Program.
No Holers (ages 4-6)
Introduce your child to the fun and great game of golf at a very early age. They are ready! The No Holer’s program is a series of 5 – 30 minute lessons to introduce the junior to the fun game of golf. Golf clubs specifically designed for this age group are used during the lesson to ensure that we provide everything you need for your child to have fun learning. Watch the smile on your child's face when they get the golf ball airborne! This group will work extensively around the greens, chipping pitching and putting. Full swings will be taught in a very structured environment using limited flight balls. Basic etiquette, rules, and history of the game will also be taught. Classes may include on course “field trips”. Parents are encouraged but not required to attend.
Level 1 (ages 6 to 9)
Level 1 is an introduction to golf class for boys and girls. The primary focus of this class is to make sure the students have fun and learn to enjoy playing golf and being at the golf course. This class will consist mainly of games involving putting and chipping. While the main focus of this class will be on having fun, students will also learn basic golf fundamentals such as grip, posture, aim and balance as well as an introduction to the rules and etiquette of the game. Students may be taken on the course if time allows, but they will not play entire rounds of golf at this level. Students may bring their own clubs but clubs will be available for them to use as well. A junior size putter, high lofted iron (7, 8, 9, wedge) and a wood of some sort will be all they will need for class. Junior size clubs may be purchased or rented. Please contact the Golf Shop at any time if you have questions regarding equipment.
Level 2 (Boys 9 to 12 and Girls 9 to 16)
Level 2 is the second stage of our junior program. Many of these students have already been through Level 1 but the class is open to beginners in the proper age range as well. Students should have at least one wood, one iron, a chipping club and a putter of their own. If you need assistance in obtaining clubs, please contact the Golf Shop. In the event there are drastic differences in ability amongst students the class may be split or another session may be added. In Level 2 the primary focus is still on having fun but students are expected to want to learn more about the game. It is our belief that juniors should learn to play the game around the green before advancing to the full swing. We will spend a majority of each class on putting and chipping, but there will also be time spent hitting balls as well. Students will be taught the fundamentals of grip, aim, stance and balance in all areas of the game. Students will also be expected to learn and appreciate the rules and etiquette of golf in this level. If time and class size allow, students will be taken onto the course to practice but students will not play entire rounds of golf in this Level.
Level 3
Level 3 is for students who have either completed Level 2 or have played a significant amount of golf. Students are expected to have a basic grasp of the fundamentals, should be able to get the ball in the air every time, have an understanding of the rules and should be able to play golf unsupervised. Students in this Level must have a strong interest in learning more and becoming better golfers. Students in this class will be introduced to more advanced subjects such as bunker shots, long shots from the fairway, etc. Class time will be split equally between short game, full swing and on course instruction. Following class, students will be allowed to play the course on their own if time allows (instructors will not accompany groups). On Monday, July 28th, Level 3 students may participate in the Junior Club Championship.
Parental Assistance / Volunteers
Volunteers are welcome and an important part of Junior Golf with all levels. Parental assistance while not required is a vital part of our instruction program. We ask that parents, walk along with the various groups: To keep play moving, check scoring accuracy, encourage proper golf etiquette and safety. Parental assistance and volunteers from the membership and our community has long been a foundation of our program. Please let Scott LeMire know if you will be available to assist our program.
Rain Days
One rain day = no make-up day, any other rain days will be made up at a date TBD.
Click Here for the Junior Golf Program Fees and Registration form.
