Junior
The junior golf program at Cedarwood is one of the best in Charlotte. We have a wide range of activities, both instructional and competitive. Whether for the beginner or those with tournament experience, we can tailor a program to fit any youngster’s needs. All our programs are designed to create golfers for a lifetime. Understanding the fundamentals and etiquette of the game is key while providing life skills that change kids into young men and women.
We offer three levels of coed golf camps plus a girl only camp:
-The Beginner’s Camp is recommended for ages 10 and under and lasts four days. It will teach youngsters the fundamentals of the golf swing, the foundation of the game that will serve them well into their development as a golfer. Not only will the students learn the fundamentals but will receive an introduction to the Rules of Golf and the game’s etiquette.
-The Intermediate Golf Camp is recommended for youngsters aged 11-14. It is designed for juniors who want to fine-tune their fundamentals. The mechanics of the swing and the short game are covered, and juniors get an introduction to course management.
-The Advanced Golf Camp is recommended for juniors aged 15-18. This camp is designed for junior golfers who desire to face the challenges of major competition and have passed both the Beginners Camp and the Intermediate Camp.
-The Girl’s Camp is three days in length, all focused on gender specific teaching. Students of all abilities will be introduced to the game’s fundamentals, rules, and etiquette in a low-pressure learning environment.
Cedarwood Country Club is excited to host our PGA Junior League Golf Team each summer, a tradition since 2016! PGA JLG is a fun, competitive, and great learning opportunity for both boys and girls (ages 13 & under) to enjoy the game of golf. Like many other recreational youth sports, PGA JLG participants wear numbered jerseys and play as a team while competing against their peers at other local facilities. Under the direction of our PGA Professionals, team members will have scheduled practices and matches that are played in the popular two-person scramble format. This highly popular program creates a nurturing environment for our young golfers to learn the game and reinforces the importance of honesty, integrity, and teamwork. Sign up today and get ready to play!
The Junior Interclub League provides juniors an opportunity to play at other area courses and to meet and compete in a team format. A total of 17 clubs in three divisions in the area participate in the league, which aims to foster the growth of junior golf by providing a structured, competitive and fun atmosphere. Each team brings four juniors in each age group to the matches. The top two teams in each division compete in the Interclub Championship.
During the summer, starting times are reserved for junior Play Day each Wednesday from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. The golf staff pairs the juniors according to age and experience. Preceding each Play Day, the staff will provide specific instruction. Juniors can compete in the Cedarwood Cup, a points-based competition that allots points for each event during the summer. The top point’s earners will participate in a Ryder Cup style competition.