**PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE is designed to introduce golf to Veterans and Active Duty Military to support their social, emotional, and physical well being.**

Join PGA HOPE alongside your fellow Veterans and Servicemembers. PGA HOPE has served thousands of Veterans and Servicemembers across the United States through one of our 300+ locations.

This introductory program is designed to welcome those of all ages, branches and eras of service, genders, and abilities to the golf course and share in camaraderie and fun together as a group. During this session you will learn the basics from grip to 9 holes of golf from PGA and LPGA Professionals.

- No golf equipment is required. If you do have clubs and/or any specialty equipment, please bring them with you.
- No prior golf experience necessary
- No VA disability rating required
- Veterans do not have to have combat or deployments in order to participate
- All expenses associated with PGA HOPE are covered

Any questions? Please reach out and let us know. We look forward to welcoming you to your first session!

PGA HOPE Minnewaska - Session 1

Burl Buddies is a semi-private program offered at Burl Oaks for 2025.  Kids will have practices, in house play, and matches at other facilities TBD.

Burl Buddies 2025

Get Golf Ready is designed to teach women everything they'll need to play golf in just a few lessons. Our staff of PGA Professionals will show you that there are lots of ways to play combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session will focus on the various golf skills you will use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you will be guided onto the golf course to put your skills into action in a casual, friendly setting.

Class Dates: 5/19, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23

Class will be offered in 90 minute sessions.

Lesson 1: Putting–  Students will learn the basics of grip, stance, setup and swinging the putter. Distance and directional control drills will make this interesting

Lesson 2: Chipping & Pitching– This is everything you need to know around the green. Learn the bump-and-run, a basic chip shot, and a more lofted pitch shot.

Lesson 3: Full-Swing with Irons– Let’s get the ball up in the air! This is all about learning how to move the club around your body, and finding some distance.

Lesson 4: Full-Swing with Woods- Head covers are coming off! Taking the full-swing further, we will develop how to hit the driver and develop a sound set-up to gain consistency.

Lesson 5: On the Course– Time to put it all together. Ladies will play in a guided scramble format, complete with on course events, trivia, and prizes.

Program Fee: $210

## What's Included

- One session per week for 5-weeks
- Instruction from a PGA Coach
- Time on the driving range, chipping/putting green AND the golf course!
- Participation gift
- Complimentary Happy Hour Beverage prior to class!

**Inclement Weather Policy**

In the event of weather causing this event to be cancelled I will reach out to reschedule for makeup dates.

**Refund & Cancellation Policy**

For a full refund please cancel no later than 24 hours before.

Get Golf Ready

Get Golf Ready is designed to teach women everything they'll need to play golf in just a few lessons. Our staff of PGA Professionals will show you that there are lots of ways to play combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session will focus on the various golf skills you will use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you will be guided onto the golf course to put your skills into action in a casual, friendly setting.

Class Dates: 5/19, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23

Class will be offered in 90 minute sessions.


Lesson 1: Putting–  Students will learn the basics of grip, stance, setup and swinging the putter. Distance and directional control drills will make this interesting

Lesson 2: Chipping & Pitching– This is everything you need to know around the green. Learn the bump-and-run, a basic chip shot, and a more lofted pitch shot.

Lesson 3: Full-Swing with Irons– Let’s get the ball up in the air! This is all about learning how to move the club around your body, and finding some distance.

Lesson 4: Full-Swing with Woods- Head covers are coming off! Taking the full-swing further, we will develop how to hit the driver and develop a sound set-up to gain consistency.

Lesson 5: On the Course– Time to put it all together. Ladies will play in a guided scramble format, complete with on course events, trivia, and prizes.

Program Fee: $210

## What's Included

- One session per week for 5-weeks
- Instruction from a PGA Coach
- Time on the driving range, chipping/putting green AND the golf course!
- Participation gift
- Complimentary Happy Hour Beverage prior to class!

**Inclement Weather Policy**

In the event of weather causing this event to be cancelled I will reach out to reschedule for makeup dates.

**Refund & Cancellation Policy**

For a full refund please cancel no later than 24 hours before.

We will meet at 7:15am at the back of the driving range (lesson area) please pair up on carts and drive back.  

Matt will have stations set up to learn a new way to chip using a 8 or 9 iron (your choice) 

The second part of the lesson will be on hitting high lofted pitch shots using a high lofted wedge (your choie) 

The clinic will be completed at 7:45am 

Thank you 

Matt 

TWGA Short Game Clinic

Discover the secrets to a powerful swing, refine your putting precision, and master the art of reading the greens. With a supportive and fun learning environment, you'll connect with fellow female golf enthusiasts, share the excitement of improvement, and take your golfing prowess to new heights.

**Ladies 101**

Have you ever wanted to step onto the golf course with confidence and grace? Our Ladies 101 Series is the perfect starting point for women new to golf who are eager to learn the fundamentals of golf in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Join your PGA Coach for this weekly series of lessons in a non-intimidating atmosphere with your peers. In the Ladies 101 Lesson Series, women of all ages who are new to golf come together, with a focus on networking and learning new golf skills at the same time!

_Register today!_

Ladies 101 (Beginner)

Dates: TBD
Consists of Monday or Tuesday evenings, once per week, for approximately 6 weeks starting after Memorial Day. 5:30 shotgun 9-holes. All Star post season TBD. You must attend 3 regular season matches to be All Star team eligible. Post season fees may apply.

TPC Twin Cities - 13u

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Minikahda CC - 13u

A fun program for junior golfer in Moorhead Minnesota to both play golf and learn team skills with a great coach in Mr. Russ Nelson with over 40 Years of Golf Experience 

2025 Village Green Golf Course PGA Jr League Team 

We are the Northern Lights of Northern Minnesota!  Our program is a coordinated effort to grow junior golf in the Greater Northern Minnesota Area encompassing the communities of Park Rapids, Bemidji and the surrounding area!

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