Week 1: Introduction to Golf & Safety Objective: Familiarize juniors with the game, equipment, and safety on the course. Topics: -Basic introduction to golf (history, objective of the game). -Understanding golf clubs and their uses. -Golf course etiquette and safety rules. -Introduction to the grip, stance, and basic posture. -Fun putting games to conclude. Week 2: Putting Fundamentals Objective: Master the basics of putting, the most used stroke in golf. Topics: -Proper putting grip, stance, and alignment. -Understanding green reading and speed control. -Distance control drills (ladder drills, putting through gates). -Fun putting contests (closest to the pin, target games). Week 3: Chipping & Pitching Objective: Develop skills in chipping and pitching, key to a good short game. Topics: -Difference between chipping and pitching. -Proper grip, stance, and alignment for short shots. -Swing technique for chipping and pitching. -Distance control and target practice. -Chipping games and challenges. Week 4: Full Swing Fundamentals (Irons) Objective: Introduce and refine the full swing using irons. Topics: -Proper grip, stance, and alignment for a full swing. -Introduction to the swing path, tempo, and follow-through. -Understanding ball flight and clubface control. -Drills for consistent contact and accuracy. -Target practice with irons (hitting toward specific areas). Week 5: Driving & Long Game Objective: Build confidence and power in driving with woods and hybrids. Topics: -Proper setup for driving (grip, stance, alignment). -Techniques for generating power and maintaining accuracy. -Introduction to the driver and long irons. -Drills for hitting the ball straight and far. -Long drive contests and games. Week 6: Course Management & Strategy Objective: Teach juniors how to think strategically on the golf course. Topics: -Introduction to course management (choosing the right club, playing to strengths). -Understanding the importance of positioning and shot selection. -Basic strategies for different types of holes (par 3, par 4, par 5). -Simulated on-course play (using practice holes or setting up scenarios). -Group discussion on different strategies and decision-making. Week 7: Bunker Play & Trouble Shots Objective: Equip juniors with skills to handle difficult lies and bunkers. Topics: -Proper technique for getting out of bunkers (stance, swing, follow-through). -Understanding different types of bunker shots (greenside vs. fairway bunkers). -Introduction to trouble shots (hitting from rough, uneven lies, etc.). -Drills for building confidence in challenging situations. -Bunker challenges and games. Week 8: Review and Wrap up Objective: Apply learned skills in a fun and competitive setting. Topics: -Brief review of key skills from previous weeks. -Challenges that cover all skills developed Additional Information: Each session is $20 per student. You pay at the golf course. Any other question please contact Trey Thornock at (307)337-6345