Category: Golf Instruction

Join Us Sept. 21 for Fall Junior Golf Orientation

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Post date September 6, 2024

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To prepare for our fall season at the Cameron Champ Golf Academy, we are hosting an orientation and player evaluation at Foothill Golf Course on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 2:00pm. We hope you can join us!

Zach Raines, the new Director of Coaching and Community Outreach for the Cameron Champ Foundation, and the rest of our team will be on hand to talk about our programs (described below) and evaluate players to make sure they are placed in the right classes.

Zach brings a wealth of experience and passion to this role. A former Division 1 baseball player, he has been playing golf for more than 15 years and currently has a 4.5 handicap. He has years of coaching and teaching experience and has lived in the Sacramento area for more than 35 years.

If you have questions about the orientation or the programs described below, email Zach at [email protected].

RSVP for the orientation

Fall Programs

Future Champs, Ages 7-12: Basic fundamentals for beginner golfers. Introduction to the joy of the game.

Junior Champs, 13-17: Tournament golf aspirations for juniors. Deep fundamentals for a comprehensive understanding. Tailored programs for both beginner and intermediate skill levels.

Scholarships Available

Our commitment to making golf accessible is reflected in our scholarship initiative, and we encourage eligible participants to take advantage of this opportunity.

APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

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Sign Up for Summer Junior Golf Programs at Foothill

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Post date May 4, 2024

Registration for the summer season at the Cameron Champ Golf Academy is now open, and we hope your young golfer will join us on this exciting journey. Scroll down for program descriptions and scholarship information.

The Cameron Champ Golf Academy at Foothill Golf Course is a place where passion for golf converges with a commitment to empower and inspire the next generation of golfers. Our program is meticulously crafted to impart not only the fundamentals of the game, but also to instill values that extend beyond the golf course.

Led by our dedicated team of coaches, we strive to create an environment that nurtures skill development, personal growth, and a lifelong love for the game.

If you have questions, contact Michael Peabody at (916) 725-3399 or [email protected].

Summer Programs

Mini Champs, Ages 3-6: Introduction to the basics of golf. Tailored for our youngest enthusiasts to lay a solid foundation.

Future Champs, Ages 7-13: Basic fundamentals for beginner golfers. Introduction to the joy of the game.

Junior Champs, Ages 7-13 (Intermediate) and 14-17 (Beginner): Tournament golf aspirations for juniors. Deep fundamentals for a comprehensive understanding. Tailored programs for both beginner and intermediate skill levels.

Select Champs, Ages 7-13 (Advanced) and Ages 14-17 (Intermediate/Advanced): College aspirations with a focus on college preparation. Tailored for advanced young golfers as well as intermediate/advanced teens.

Summer Camps: We are offering a series of 4-day (Tuesday-Friday) golf summer camps designed to provide young golfers with a fun and educational experience that introduces them to the fundamentals of the game. Each day will focus on different aspects of golf, building skills and confidence in a supportive environment.

Scholarships Available

Our commitment to making golf accessible is reflected in our scholarship initiative, and we encourage eligible participants to take advantage of this opportunity.

APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

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Sign Up for Spring Junior Golf Programs at Foothill

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Post date January 25, 2024

Registration for the spring season at the Cameron Champ Golf Academy is now open, and we hope your young golfer will join us on this exciting journey. Scroll down for program descriptions and scholarship information.

Led by our dedicated team of coaches, we strive to create an environment that nurtures skill development, personal growth, and a lifelong love for the game.

If you have questions, contact Paul Kerner, our Director of Coaching and Community Engagement, at (916) 725-3399 or [email protected].

Spring Programs (March to May)

Mini Champs, Ages 4-6: Introduction to the basics of golf. Tailored for our youngest enthusiasts to lay a solid foundation.

Future Champs, Ages 7-13: Basic fundamentals for beginner golfers. Introduction to the joy of the game.

Scholarships Available

Our commitment to making golf accessible is reflected in our scholarship initiative, and we encourage eligible participants to take advantage of this opportunity.

Apply for Scholarships

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Sign Up for Our Fall Junior Golf Programs – Scholarships Available

Post author By changer
Post date August 8, 2023

It’s time to register for the fall junior golf season at the Cameron Champ Golf Academy at Foothill Golf Course.

Paul Kerner, our Director of Coaching and Community Engagement, will once again be running our junior programs after a successful summer.

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The fall sessions run from Sept. 11 to Nov. 4 and will continue to incorporate the Operation 36 platform, PGA Junior League, and Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) training. This is a very effective system designed to give kids a chance to play competitive golf, regardless of skill level.

We are offering a variety of options for juniors ages 4-18. Scholarships are available.

Learn more and register today on the Operation 36 website!

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Sign Up for Private Lessons at Foothill

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Post date June 14, 2023

Director of Coaching Paul Kerner is offering private golf lessons for adults and juniors at Foothill Golf Course this summer.

Paul, a graduate of the PGA Golf Management program at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and a former college golfer, has certifications from Operation 36 and the Titleist Performance Institute. See below for more information.

Contact Paul
[email protected]
(301) 633-5020

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Still Time to Register for Summer Jr. Golf Programs

Post author By changer
Post date June 13, 2023

Time is running out to register for the summer season at the Cameron Champ Golf Academy at Foothill Golf Course. Registration closes Monday, June 19!

Our season started this week, but you can still sign up and get your money’s worth. Students who miss sessions due to late registration or summer vacations will be able to schedule make-up practices.

Paul Kerner, our Director of Coaching and Community Engagement, will once again be running our junior programs after a successful spring season. The summer sessions will continue to incorporate the Operation 36 platform and PGA Junior League while adding Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) training. This is a very effective program designed to give kids a chance to play competitive golf, regardless of skill level.

We are offering a variety of programs from June through August for juniors ages 4-18. Scholarships are available.

Learn more and register today on the Operation 36 website!

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Private Lessons and Group Clinics Now Available

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Post date July 6, 2022

Director of Golf Jonathan Knowles, a PGA Class A Professional, is now offering private and small group lessons at Foothill Golf Course.

Adult Lessons (private): 45 minutes for $100
Junior Lessons (private): 45 minutes for $90

Group clinic schedule coming soon!

Call the course at (916) 725-3399 to learn more and schedule a lesson.

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Summer Camp at Foothill

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Post date June 7, 2022

This summer we added golf camps to our junior golf offerings at Foothill. Our co-ed camps, designed for beginner and intermediate players ages 6-17, ran from June through August.

Stay tuned for information on other junior programs!

Details

Monday-Thursday, 9am-12pm
1:8 coach-to-participant ratio
Focus on full-swing fundamentals, short game, rules, course play and fun games/competitions
Clubs provided for players who don’t have their own
All campers receive a Cameron Champ Foundation t-shirt
Cost: $225/week (see below for scholarship information)

Dates

June 20-23
June 27-30
July 11-14
July 18-21

July 25-28
August 1-4
August 8-11
August 15-18

Golf Program Scholarships

Full golf program scholarships are available to participants and families experiencing financial strain. To be eligible for a golf program scholarship, please complete this application form.

NOTE: Please complete the scholarship application form and wait to hear from a Cameron Champ Foundation staff member before registering.