**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 Cape May - Spring

Are you curious about the Game of Golf or returning to the game after an extended break? This Get Golf Ready clinic is for you!

Not only are you going to learn the basics of how to play the game, but we'll help you navigate through the things you might be too embarrassed to ask...

- What should I wear at the course?
- What is a tee time and how do I make one?
- What is golf etiquette?
- And more

## What's Included

- One session per week for 6-weeks
- Instruction from a PGA Coach
- Time on the driving range, chipping/putting green AND the golf course!
- Range balls following each session
- Golf equipment can be provided for each session if needed

Sign up today for yourself, or share this clinic with your friends and family, to take advantage of this fun, relaxing, and engaging group clinic format and create memories for a lifetime!

**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

PGA HOPE Cacapon - Session 1

- **Format**: 2-person scramble (team play).
- Tee yardages will be adjusted based on age and on-course experience.
- **No ride-along carts** are permitted for golfers or spectators. Push carts are encouraged.
- Parents are allowed to caddie and are encouraged to for newer golfers.
- Compete for weekly and season-long prizes. Weekly prizes will be calculated at the end of the round and ready for the following week.
- Players can register independently and join a team. Please contact Coach Matt if your junior golfer needs a teammate for the event!

**"Participants should have prior on-course experience and some understanding of key golf concepts. To ensure all golfers have time to complete their round, maximum stroke and time limits will be enforced for each hole.

If you're unsure whether the Junior League is the right fit for your golfer, please contact Coach Matt for guidance! **

**Price:** **$25 per player**

Ocean Pines Golf Junior League

A junior golf team for all junior golfers regardless of skill level between the ages of 6-13. Depending on how many juniors we will have a Travel team and a developmental team that will compete against other Manufacturers' players. 

2025 Manufacturers 13U

PGA HOPE College Park - Session 1

We are excited to announce a Junior Golf Intermediate 201 Program at Poplar Forest Golf Course. Join PGA Coach Jacob Mast and staff as we help young boys and girls continue their development in the game of golf in a fun and engaging environment.

6 Week program, starting April 5. Saturdays from 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM

Attire: Dress for the weather, but shorts, a golf shirt or nice T-shirt, cap and tennis shoes are appropriate for our clinic.

Equipment needed:

If you have golf clubs for your participant, please bring them. Otherwise, please contact us as a limited supply of loaner clubs are available.

What’s included?

- All instruction
- Range balls
- Refreshments: water, sports drinks, snacks

6 week Instruction will include:

- Introduction to golf
- Course Etiquette
- Fundamentals
- Short Game
- Putting
- Full Swing
- and more!

Example of a 1 hour session below:

- Putting Game
    - Short Putts (Line)
    - Long Putts (Speed)
- Chipping Game
    - Basic Chip
    - Basic Pitch
- Full Swing Game
    - Irons
    - Driver

Cost: $180/participant

Junior Golf Intermediate 201

We are excited to announce a Junior Golf Beginner 101 Program  at Poplar Forest Golf Course. Join PGA Coach Jacob Mast and staff as we help young boys and girls get introduced to the game of golf in a fun and engaging environment.

6 Week program, starting April 5th. Saturdays from 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM

Attire: Dress for the weather, but shorts, a golf shirt or nice T-shirt, cap and tennis shoes are appropriate for our clinic.

Equipment needed:

If you have golf clubs for your participant, please bring them. Otherwise, please contact us as a limited supply of loaner clubs are available.

What’s included?

- All instruction
- Range balls
- Refreshments: water, sports drinks, snacks

Instruction will include:

- Introduction to golf
- Course Etiquette
- Fundamentals
- Short Game
- Putting
- Full Swing
- and more!

Cost: $180/participant

Junior Golf Beginner 101

PGA HOPE Cacapon - Session 2

The “Swing Tune Up” series will run every Saturday from 11:30-12:30. This is a drop-in clinic with no multi-week commitment. Every week we will split the time between one full swing topic and one short game topic. Open to all skill levels; come enjoy and learn the small adjustments that can make a large difference in your game!

Please text PGA professional Matt Ruggiere with any questions. 386-846-3505.

Swing Tune Up Series

The Junior Coaching Program provides students with the opportunity to learn and practice advanced techniques, and to apply these skills on the course. It is ideal for competitive juniors who aspire to participate in tournaments or become part of their middle or high school teams. Each session includes 50 minutes of group instruction, followed by a mini-game or challenge to evaluate the students' abilities.

Class will meet at the far end of the driving range. You can drive or walk through the parking lot to arrive at our meeting spot.

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