May 26, 2015

PGA Junior Golf Camps Adds Seven New Locations

The PGA Junior Golf Camps recently announced the addition of 7 new camp locations in response to brisk enrollment figures and program demand. The new camp locations, which include 5 camps located in the Los Angles metro area and 2 Northern California locations, are slated to begin operations next month. All camps will be taught by PGA Members and are open to boys and girls between the ages of 7-17 and of all ability levels. Both full and half day camps will be offered.

The PGA Junior Golf Camps also reported that many locations which quickly reaching maximum enrollment. “We are thrilled at the response for our inaugural summer and very pleased and proud to know that we will be reaching a significant number of junior golfers this summer. Having the opportunity to impact young golfers by providing quality instruction, in a safe and supportive environment, is pretty special for us. Through our propriety instruction curriculum, junior campers will learn from some of the most effective PGA teaching professionals, and will experience true game improvement while also having a great time,” said Marc Haddad, Founder of PGA Junior Golf Camps.

The camps’ curriculum is based upon its “PGA Progression Development Tract” which guarantees skill development in the game’s fundamental areas including full swing, putting and chipping. Additionally, the tract also places emphasis on the development of “life skills” such as good sportsmanship and embodying personal integrity both on and off the course.

“We have always strongly believed that the game of golf provides a highly unique platform for athletic development as well as character development. There is truly no other game where such an emphasis is placed on playing with integrity, manners, and sportsmanship. At our camps, we not only teach golf’s traditions and techniques but most importantly we let kids be kids, so learning those traditions become a lot of fun,” said Haddad.

Expanded camp locations include: TPC Harding Park in San Francisco, Callippe Golf Preserve in Pleasanton, Diamond Bar Golf Course in Diamond Bar, El Cariso Golf Course in Sylmar, Knollwood Country Club in Granada Hills, Mountain Meadows Golf Club in Pomona, Whittier Narrows Golf Course in Rosemead. Camp pricing starts at $165 and multi-week and sibling incentives are available. For additional information or to register for summer camps, visit pgajuniorgolfcamps.com or call 888.PGA.PLAY (888.742.7529).

About PGA of America
The PGA of America is the world’s largest sports organization, comprised of 28,000 men and women golf Professionals who are the recognized experts in teaching and growing the game. Founded in 1916, the PGA of America conducts premier spectator events, including the PGA Championship and Ryder Cup. The PGA of America and its Members are also dedicated to growing interest and participation in the game of golf. The Association elevates youth interest in the game through innovative programming including PGA Junior Golf Camps, PGA Junior League Golf and the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship. These fun and accessible youth programs were created for every junior, everywhere.

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