Junior Programs
Junior Programs
The University of Denver Golf Club is partnering with Peak Golf Academy for our Junior Programs. We are excited about developing the upcoming generation of golfers with Peak Golf Academy. Junior golf programs are designed to accommodate players of all abilities and help develop life-long golf skills. We encourage all junior golfers to participate in one or more of our programs.
For rates, pricing and registration, visit Peak Golf Academy or contact Mark McCarthy for Peak Program questions at 303-325-7668.
Playing Programs
The Summer Junior Play Club offers a fun experience for boys and girls ages 6-18 to play on a weekly basis while learning many aspects of the game of golf. Summer Play Club will grow as players by learning the rules of golf, proper etiquette, honesty, respect and the sportsmanship involved with the game.
Peak Golf has (3) levels of “Play Clubs” for (8) weeks starting in June:
9-Hole Play Club: “Competitive”. For intermediate/experienced golfers playing a longer course with accurate scoring/ranking and weekly contests on Monday evenings starting at 4:30 p.m. All golfers need to be able to walk 9-holes with their clubs with a (2) hours and ten minute pace of play.
6-Hole Play Club: “Recreational”. For beginner/intermediate golfers who have taken some instruction and are starting to play on a course. A shorter course (Tiger Tees) is added and keeping score is optional. Coaching and fundamental instruction will be included in the beginning of each session, then juniors can play on the course to develop more skills. This level plays on Monday evenings starting at 5:3 p.m. Pace of play is (1) hour and 45 minutes for six hole.
3-Hole Beginner Level: “Beginner/Developmental”. For the very beginner golfer. Coaching and fundamental instruction will be included in the beginning of each session, then juniors can play on the course to develop more skills. This level plays on Monday evenings between 6:30-8:00 p.m. Playing on holes 10, 11 and 12 only.
2023 Dates
9-Hole Play Club Competitive – Mondays from 4:30-7:30 p.m. (June 5 – July 31)
6-Hole Play Club Recreational – Mondays from 5:30-8:00 p.m. (June 5 – July 31)
3-Hole Play Club Developmental – Mondays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. (June 5 – July 31)
Cost & Registration
9-Hole Mondays: $380/player
6-Hole Mondays: $300/player
3-Hole Mondays: $220/player
The PGA Junior League is team golf playing match play against another team. It is for junior golfers ages 7-13(13U) and 14-17(17U) with beginner-level tournament experience. PGA Junior League offers an introduction to tournament golf through a scramble format. The league serves as a fun, social, less stressful approach to tournament golf. Team golf is designed specifically for newer golfers who do not possess extensive tournament experience and acts as a steppingstone into individual stroke play tournaments. The focus of this program is to prepare for the matches, becoming a good teammate, and learn to play tournament golf. All teams include (7) practices and (6) matches, typically scheduled on weekday evenings.
Cost & Registration
2023 PGA Junior League: $525/player
Start registration at http://www.pgajrleague.com
Finish registration at http://www.peakgolfacademy.com
Private Lessons
Private lessons for junior golfers are available. To request a lesson with one of our golf professionals, please call 303-471-0000 or complete our online form.
Junior Instruction
Our junior development programs help 6-18 year olds experience the game of golf.
Our Junior Academy Programs provide a more structured group lesson environment, each designed to accommodate players of all abilities and help develop lifelong skills.
The University of Denver Golf Club is partnering with Peak Golf Academy for our Junior Programs. We are excited about developing the upcoming generation of golfers with Peak Golf Academy. Junior golf programs are designed to accommodate players of all abilities and help develop life-long golf skills. We encourage all junior golfers to participate in one or more of our programs.
For rates, pricing and registration, visit Peak Golf Academy or contact Mark McCarthy for Peak Program questions at 303-325-7668.
Class Details
The Future 36ers program is designed to give juniors a fun environment to learn to play the game of golf. Its purpose is to prepare juniors to become consistent golfers and have fun!
Participants will develop age-appropriate coordination and motor skills; learn the basics of equipment; take part in game-based class activities; and learn the basics of grip, stance, and posture.
Learn more on the Peak Golf Academy website.
Cost & Registration
$335/eight (1) hour-class session
Learn to Play is a beginner-level academy program designed to develop fundamental movement skills and general golf skills. This level is for kids with a beginner level of golf experience.
Participants will focus on developing good fundamentals including set-up, grip and aim; earning a basic and understanding of full swing, chipping and putting; playing on course with an introduction to scorekeeping, etiquette and rules; and learning coordination through various physical fitness activities.
Learn more on the Peak Golf Academy website.
Cost & Registration
Spring & Fall: $335/eight (1) hour-class session or $470 eight (1.5) hour-class session
PEAK’s Play to Improve is an intermediate academy program designed to introduce training to further develop golf-specific skills. This level is best suited for golfers with some experience in the game of golf.
Participants will learn more advanced swing concepts; apply skills to the course; and continue to improve coordination and general athletic ability.
Learn more on the Peak Golf Academy website.
Cost & Registration
Spring & Fall: $335/eight (1) hour-class session or $470/eight (1.5) hour-class session
Our Train to Compete is an academy program designed to teach golfers to perform under a variety of conditions during training and encourage athletes’ competitive spirit. Classes are designed for golfers who are looking to compete in individual golf tournaments or on their high school teams.
Participants will work on more advanced technical and mental skills; learn to apply skills on the course in competition; and take part in competition-based classes and practices.
Learn more on the Peak Golf Academy website.
Cost & Registration
$335/eight (1) hour-class session or $470/eight (1.5) hour-class session
