Junior Programs


About the Instructor

Jeff Theobald, Apprentice Golf Professional

  • Assisted with St. Andrews CC and Pine Meadow GC junior clinics.
  • Mentored by John Andrews and John Elliott, PGA Teaching Professionals.
  • Coached grade school through varsity basketball.
  • Has won six Club Championships.
  • Played in eleven Illinois State Amateurs/Opens
  • Played in 1976 U.S. Junior Championship



100 Level Classes
Beginners
4 - 90 minute classes and a 5th class on the golf course
8/1 Student/Teacher ratio
Ages 7 thru 12
Cost: $120

Junior Golf 101
Wednesdays
June 11, 18, 25 and July 2
1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.
Wednesday, July 9
6:00 P.M. on the golf course

Junior Golf 102
Wednesdays
July 16, 23, 30, and August 6
10:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Wednesday, August 13
6:00 P.M. on the golf course

Class 1 -Fundamentals of putting.
Class 2 -Short game. Basic chipping and pitching techniques.
Classes 3 & 4 - These two classes will concentrate on full swing. Fundamentals will be stressed.
  • P - Posture
  • G - Grip
  • A - Aim
Class 5 - On the course. We will discuss what each part of the course is used for.
Examples:
  • teeing area
  • fairway – rough
  • putting green areas
We will also talk about etiquette and how the student is expected to act on the course.






200 Level Classes
More advanced juniors
4-90 minute classes and a 5th class on the golf course
6/1 Student /Teacher ratio
Ages 7 thru 12
Cost: $140

Junior Golf 201
Wednesdays
June 11, 18, 25 and July 2
10:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Monday, July 7
6:00 P.M. on the golf course

Junior Golf 202
Wednesdays
July 16, 23, 30 and August 6
1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.
Monday, August 11
6:00 P.M. on the golf course

Class 1 -Putting. We will talk about different putting situations.
Examples:
  • green reading
  • speed
Class 2 -Short game. We will look into different shots around the green, including sand shots and focus on playing situations.
Classes 3 & 4 - Full swing. We will continue to look at technique as well as talk about how to take these swing fundamentals to the golf course.
Class 5 - On the course. Emphasis on how to bring what we have learned to the golf course. As in our 100 level course proper etiquette will be stressed and how it is used on the golf course!



F.A.Q.
(Junior Programs)

Q: Can the parents (grandparents) stay and watch?
A: Yes, in fact we encourage it! The parent can remind the student what needs to be worked on during their practice sessions. This will provide a start into the parent-child relationship regarding the game. Maybe by being involved this will re-kindle or start an interest into golf for the parent. Check out our adult education classes.

Q: Will clubs be provided if needed?
A: Yes, clubs will be available. Also Pine Meadow has or can order a great selection of junior clubs! We have an expert club-fitting staff that will find the right clubs for each student.

Q: Which class should I sign my child up for?
A: If your child is a beginner the 100 level is where they should be. If they have had some instruction and have a concept of the fundamentals then they should be in the 200 level. If you are not sure, ask in the pro-shop and we can help you.

Q: What about rain-outs?
A: We will provide rain-out dates that will hopefully accommodate all students.

Q: What about ‘beyond the 200 level classes’?
A: At this point individual or semi-private lessons should be considered. Jeff Theobald would be happy to further instruct your junior individually or with a small group.



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