Junior Golf
Forest Oaks Country Club | Ages 5-18
Build a game that grows with them.
Fun-first coaching, real on-course learning, and a proven pathway from a first swing to a tournament tee.
2026 at Forest Oaks
Current and upcoming junior programs.
The U.S. Kids development series runs for five Sundays in August, and registration is open for the fall PGA Jr. League season.
U.S. Kids Development Clinics
Weekly instruction through the U.S. Kids Player Pathway, with level badges and dedicated scoring days that make progress easy to see.
- Beginner and novice golfers
- Sundays | 4:30-5:30 PM
- Every fourth Sunday is a scoring day
PGA Jr. League | 13U
A fun, team-first fall season with PGA-led coaching, scramble-format matches, and meaningful time on the golf course.
- Wednesday practices | 4:30-5:30 PM
- Sunday matches | Typically 3:00 or 3:30 PM
- No matches over Labor Day weekend
PGA Jr. League | 17U
Supportive team golf for older juniors who want to sharpen their skills, learn course strategy, and compete alongside friends.
- Wednesday practices | 5:30-6:30 PM
- Sunday matches | Typically 3:00 or 3:30 PM
- Age groups may combine for on-course practices
The PGA listing includes five Sunday sessions from August 2 through August 30. Visit the registration page for current pricing and availability. Fall practice groups may combine when the teams are working on the golf course.
PGA Jr. League membership
One team. More ways to play.
Returning 2026 players reuse their uniforms and pay the coaching fee only once this calendar year.
GameChanger fee
Includes a team jersey and PGA Jr. League swag.
Coaching fee
Includes coaching, league management, and Forest Oaks course time.
Team membership perks
Daily range-ball token at Forest Oaks
Free daily junior practice time
$25 play-all-day junior rate
Free Forest Oaks course time during select practices
Free seasonal play at other facilities; spectator cart fees may apply
Financial assistance is available. Ben and Wilma Payne scholarship funds help support junior golf at Forest Oaks. Contact Coach JD to ask about eligibility and details.
Email jdudley@pga.comA pathway, not a pressure cooker
Start where they are. Keep going.
Each experience builds confidence now and creates a useful next step for later.
01
Learn the game
Beginner-friendly coaching and the U.S. Kids Player Pathway make every new skill feel achievable.
02
Love the team
PGA Jr. League brings friends, practices, uniforms, and matches together in one encouraging experience.
03
Own the course
Advanced coaching connects swing feedback, course strategy, practice planning, and tournament preparation.
This is junior golf
Practice that feels like play.
Real instruction, creative challenges, and time on grass help young golfers want to come back.
Fun gets them started. Progress keeps them coming back.
The Golf Gemz approach
Meet Jonathan Dudley, PGA
A coach for the whole junior journey.
From first-time golfers learning the basics to high-school players preparing for tournament golf and college opportunities, Jonathan connects instruction to what each player needs next.
- National champion and First Team All-American at Greensboro College
- 2025 U.S. Kids Top 50 Coach and PGA Game Changer recipient
- On-course strategy, short game, full swing, and tournament preparation
A clear first step
Questions before you register?
A few quick answers for families joining the fall PGA Jr. League season.
When is the fall season?
The season runs from August 30 through October 25, 2026. Wednesday practices are separated by age group, and Sunday matches usually begin at 3:00 or 3:30 PM. There are no matches over Labor Day weekend.
What do the two fees cover?
For new fall players, the GameChanger fee covers a jersey and PGA Jr. League swag. The coaching fee covers administration, coaching, and course time at Forest Oaks. The coaching fee is paid only once per calendar year.
Can returning players reuse their uniforms?
Yes. Returning players wear the same uniforms for the fall season.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. Golf Gemz recently received Ben and Wilma Payne scholarship funds to support junior golf at Forest Oaks. Email Coach JD at jdudley@pga.com to ask about financial assistance.
Building Skills. Building Confidence. Building Golfers.
See what junior development looks like at Golf Gem — coaching, on-course learning, team experiences, and simple training videos families can use between sessions.
A Note From Coach Jonathan
Short coaching videos give junior golfers and parents simple tips they can review away from the course.
How to help a young golfer hit a golf ball off a downhill lie.
Watch on YouTubeReal On-Course Learning
Juniors learn through real golf situations, not just range practice.
Confidence Through Repetition
Simple coaching, clear goals, and consistent practice help players grow.
Support Between Sessions
Video tips help families keep the learning going at home and on the course.