Programs

Introduction to Golf

Junior Golf Alabama offers aspiring youth golfers introduction to golf through Gym to Course and First on Course Programming.

The JGA Gym to Course instruction program offers the opportunity to learn the game of golf from certified PGA golf professionals during school hours in conjunction with the school’s physical education program. Gym to Course is specifically designed to be the very first exposure to golf for participating youth. Curriculum is focused on athletic movements that are key ingredients to the foundation of the golf swing. Each session, typically in winter, elementary aged juniors ages 6 and older are exposed to a 1-week golf unit in their standardized physical education class.

The First on Course program offers the opportunity to learn the game of golf from certified PGA golf professionals at an affordable rate. The JGA First on Course curriculum develops athletes first and golfers second with a main focus on long term athletic development. The curriculum is made up of many skill-based activities that gives youth a fun and engaging learning environment. Each session, typically in spring/fall, juniors ages 6 and older have the ability to register for a 6-week session meeting twice weekly at the designated instruction site.

First on Course

The First on Course programming offers the opportunity to learn the game of golf from certified PGA Golf Professionals at an affordable rate. First on Course curriculum develops athletes first and golfers second with a main focus on long term athletic development. The curriculum is made up of many skill-based activities that gives youth a fun and engaging learning environment. Each session, typically in spring and fall for juniors ages 6 and older, can register for a 6-week program at the designated instruction site outside school.

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Youth on Course Alabama

Youth on Course, in conjunction with Youth on Course Alabama, serves all 50 states and parts of Canada. The organization provides 150,000+ members with access to play nearly 2,000 golf courses for $5 or less. Youth on Course Alabama is designed to ensure that future generations are welcomed into the game of golf while breaking down the barrier of cost.

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Drive, Chip & Putt

A joint initiative founded by the Masters Tournament, USGA, and PGA of America. Drive, Chip, & Putt is a free nationwide junior golf development competition aimed at growing the game. Participants ages 7-15 are provided the opportunity to play with their peers in qualifiers across the country in an effort to qualify for the National Finals at Augusta National Golf Club each year.

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PGA Junior League

PGA Jr. League is a game-changing opportunity for boys and girls to learn and play golf. The program brings family and friends together around fun, team golf experiences with expert coaching from PGA and LPGA Golf Professionals.

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College Scholarships

Junior Golf Alabama in partnership with the Alabama Golf Association and Alabama – NW Florida PGA Section offers financial assistance to deserving candidates to encourage and promote the attainment of a higher education.

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First Green

First Green is an innovative environmental and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education outreach program using golf courses as environmental learning labs.