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This isn't just any Golf Camp, it's the PGA Junior Golf Camp. Learn why the PGA instruction is best in class.
Val Halla Golf Course – the ideal location for junior golf development.
Val Halla Golf Course is well known in this region for its commitment to developing junior golfers. Young players will enjoy the dedicated Junior Golf Room and recently constructed putting green. The facility boasts a driving range and two putting greens for a comfortable and safe learning atmosphere for juniors who are just learning as well as those who are developing new skills.
Everything you need to know about camp
What you’ll learn
We have camps for all age groups and abilities, and our best-in-class PGA instruction ensures your child learns from the best.
Camp Highlights:
- Action-packed mornings include 3 hours of hands-on instruction lead by certified PGA Professionals.
- 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 and further the development of those playing at an intermediate level. Participants are segmented into smaller groups based on their experience and age in order to create a favorable learning environment. For three hours each day, campers learn and hone their skills with a strong emphasis placed on golf’s fundamentals while having fun!
- Ages 6-13
- Monday – Friday; 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
- Daily lunch included
- Golf Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Full Day Camps provide an opportunity for junior golfers to continue to improve their skills as well as develop better course management expertise. Participants are segmented into smaller groups based on their ability level and age in order to create a favorable learning environment. Following lunch, campers head to the course for supervised play emphasizing course management, shot selection and rules.
- Ages 9-16
- Monday – Thursday; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm; Friday – 9am – 12:30pm
- Daily lunch included
- Golf Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Overnight camps are available at Val Halla the week of July 16th. Please click here for more information.
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.
Brian Bickford - Camp Director
Brian Bickford is in his thirteenth year as Head Golf Professional and Director of Golf at Val Halla. Brian is passionate about teaching junior golfers and is himself a product of Val Halla’s junior golf programs in his youth. Brian is the current head coach at Greely High School (2009-Current) and former head coach at Yarmouth High School (2006-2008). Brian was Maine Chapter PGA Professional of the Year in 2013 and 2018 and recipient of the President’s Award for Player Development in Maine in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
Summer 2019 Dates Coming Soon!
Stay tuned – we’re still working to make sure everything is just right for this upcoming Summer 2019 camp. Dates and locations will be unveiled soon and we appreciate your patience. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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