Junior Golf Program At HMBGC

Mission Statement: To provide a safe, enjoyable environment for junior golfers and their families to learn and enjoy the game of golf, through the provision of training and suitable access to the Half Moon Bay Golf Club.

The Junior program consists of three levels:

• Tadpole/Beginner: This level is aimed at teaching basic golf skills. Training is held every Thursday 4.30pm - 5.30pm from February to November. Training is based on fun activities and clubs are provided, there is a charge of $5 per training session. The recommended starting age is from 5/6 depending on strength. Games are played every Saturday on a shortened course of 9 holes from 3.00pm, there is a $6 charge per game. Handicaps are as per AGU/WGA guidelines. Interclub competition is played during the season, see Junior fixtures for dates.
• Novice: The next step up from beginner is the novice division. Training is held on a Thursday and is limited to 10 players. Rules and advanced golf skills are taught and Robert Brydon AAA PGA member provides training, there is a $6 charge per training session. Games are played every Saturday on the full 9 holes of the course, there is a $4 charge per game. Handicaps are as per AGU/WGA guidelines. Interclub competition is played during the season, see Junior fixtures for dates.
• AGU/WGA: Players who have developed the skills necessary advance to the full 18 hole members and are permitted to play in club competitions. Training is held every Thursday with the Novice players and is provided by Robert Brydon AAA PGA Member, there is a $5 charge per session. Players can still participate in the 9 Hole competition on Saturdays and there is a $6 charge per game. Handicaps are halved for the 9 Hole Competition. Interclub competition is played during the season, see Junior fixtures for dates.

The FNQGA provided advanced clinics and coaching for AGU Junior Members, please see Junior Co-Ordinator for details.

Membership Cost

Tadpole/Beginner	$50.00/year
Novice	$50.00/year
AGU/WGU and Over 13	$80.00/year plus $45 affiliation fees