Lion Golf Academy at Mission Bay Golf Course in San Diego, CA
Mission Bay Golf Course is an 18-hole executive course, where golfers of all abilities are welcome!
Located in Pacific Beach, Mission Bay Golf Course is a par 58, executive course featuring four par-four holes and 14 par-three holes. It is also the only golf course in San Diego with night lighting! The facility is also equipped with a driving range, practice putting greens, practice bunkers and a chipping green.
Mission Bay Golf Course is also home to the Lion Golf Academy (LGA), one of the only full-time player development academies focusing on families, with an emphasis on juniors. The team works on developing core principles within golf, as well as one’s short game, putting and full swing. LGA also focuses on developing a child’s athletic skills, and the team encourages children to play other sports in addition to golf.
Everything you need to know about camp
Camp Highlights:
- Action-packed camps, which include hands-on instruction led by certified PGA of America Golf Professionals and/or LPGA Teaching Professions.
- Signature PGA camp curriculum focuses on developing golf skills (full swing, short game, rules and etiquette) while keeping the experience fun and engaging (games and activities).
- A fun, safe and educational environment designed with your child's well being in mind.
- Low student to instructor ratio (approximately 6:1)
Half Day Camps are designed to inspire new golfers at the beginning of their journey and further the development of those playing at a beginner to intermediate level. Camps will cover golf fundamentals including posture, grip, putting, chipping, pitching, full swing and simple rules and etiquette. Participants are segmented into smaller groups based on their experience and age to create a favorable and fun learning environment. Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate.
The Instructors
To be the best, you must learn from the best. That's why every junior golf camp instructor has been trained and tested in all aspects of the game by the PGA of America. Our promise - is to support, encourage, and respect each and every one of our campers and authentically inspire them to reach their full potential, both on and off the golf course.
Tony Brooks, PGA - Camp Director
Tony Brooks is the owner of the 5 Lion Golf Academy facilities located around Southern California. He is one of only 350 PGA Master Professionals in the country. His specialty for his Masters program was teaching and instruction. He is the recipient of the 2018, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Golf Range Association of America Top 100 Growth of the Game Award. Tony began playing golf at the tender age of 5 in his native homeland of South Africa.. He began his teaching career at the elite Riveria Country Club in Pacific Palisades. He enjoys not only teaching his students the fundamentals of the game, but showing them that golf is not about just hitting a ball, but rather about what ...More
Joseph Plaut, Lead Assistant
Joseph Plaut is our Lead Instructor at Mission Bay Golf Course and runs the program year round. He is a PGA Apprentice and been with the Lion Golf Academy leading students to better paths in life through golf since 2023. With an extensive educational background in youth development, coach Joe brings a wealth of experience to our juniors in both our seasonal camps, as well as our year round development program.
Camp Dates and Pricing
Please Note: Camp price does not include a non-refundable, annual registration fee.
Location Details
2702 North Mission Bay Drive
San Diego, CA 92109
San Diego, CA 92109
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