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The Lakers Junior Academy, coached by our club PGA professional Brian Galvin is aimed at budding young golfers of any ability from 7-15 years of age. Our juniors receive weekly coaching sessions during school terms, West Lakes polo, cap and a world class player pathway curriculum with achievement pins for mastering skills.<\/p>\n

They will be learning the fundamental skills of the game including the swing, chipping, putting, scoring course etiquette and more all while having fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

To make it fun for players to learn while staying motivated to improve, the Player Pathway provides the perfect program for kids, parents, and coaches. With an easy to follow curriculum combined with awards, players can progress from beginner to elite player!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Achievement Pins<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A progressive learning program that provides attainable goals, awards frequently, while furthering development and skills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A Solid Curriculum<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Easy to understand books, with simple and effective methods to teach, learn, and advance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Gold Star Award<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Celebrate milestone achievements with Gold Star (Level 5) and Platinum Player (Level 10) Awards<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Click to View our Junior Academy Flyer<\/a>

Click to View Update September 2025<\/a>
Click to View Update January 2025 <\/a>
Click to View Calendar<\/a> of Events January to April 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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To make it fun for players to learn while staying motivated to improve, the Player Pathway provides the perfect program…<\/p>\n

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