Our program combines interactive golf and positive youth development curriculums to give a junior access to everything they need to succeed in the game. Explore our group practices, one-on-one lessons, equipment fittings, on-course playing opportunities, LPGA*USGA Girls Golf events and more!
Which eight-week session is best for my junior golfer?
Explore our program offerings:
Golf Fundamentals
For players who are new to golf or still learning the basics. This level builds confidence through core skills, simple drills and a fun introduction to golf technique and etiquette.- Weekly 75-Minute Practices
- Golf Shirt and Hat or Visor*
- Curriculum & practices developed & led by Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified instructors Learn More »
Additional Opportunities**:
- On-Course Games
- Golf Assessment
- Club Fitting
- Putting & Chipping Tournament
- One-on-One Lessons
Skill Development
For players who are ready to refine their skills and improve consistency. This level focuses on strengthening fundamentals, expanding on-course knowledge and preparing for performance training.- Weekly 90-Minute Practices
- Golf Polo and Hat or Visor*
- Curriculum & practices developed & led by Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified instructors Learn More »
Additional Opportunities**:
- Golf Assessments
- 9-Hole Tournament
- Club Fitting
- One-on-One Lessons
- Tournament Registration Learn More »
Performance Training
For committed players who want to elevate their game. This advanced level provides focused technical instruction, on-course strategy and competitive preparation for measurable improvement.- Weekly 2-Hour Practices
- Golf Polo and Hat or Visor*
- 20% Discount on Tournament Fees
- Curriculum & practices developed & led by Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified instructors Learn More »
Additional Opportunities**:
- 18-Hole Tournament
- Club Fitting
- One-on-One Lessons
- Tournament Registration Learn More »
*For first-time participants only ** Only for juniors currently enrolled
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Financial Aid
SCGA Junior will consider all applications for financial aid.
2026 SCHEDULE
WINTER
January 26 – March 22
REGISTRATION:
12/8 – 12/8 and 1/5 – 2/8
NO PRACTICE DATES:
February 14, February 15, February 16
SPRING
April 6 – May 31
REGISTRATION:
3/9 – 4/19
NO PRACTICE DATES:
May 10, May 23, May 24, May 25
SUMMER
June 22 – August 16
REGISTRATION:
5/18 – 7/2
NO PRACTICE DATES:
July 3, July 4, July 5
FALL
September 21 – November 15
REGISTRATION:
8/3 – 10/4
NO PRACTICE DATES:
TBD
COMMUNITIES
ORANGE COUNTY (OC)
RIVERSIDE (RIV)
Fairmount Park GC
QUESTIONS?
Contact Dominick at dgarcia@scga.org
NOTE: To register for Riverside you must do so through the link below.
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY (SFV)
Hansen Dam GC
Woodley Lakes GC
QUESTIONS?
Contact Sarah at spalace@scga.org or Pratima at psherpa@scga.org
SOUTHEAST LA (SELA)
Bella Verde GC
Don Knabe GC
Los Amigos GC
Pico Rivera GC
Whittier Narrows GC
QUESTIONS?
Contact Berlyn at bbenavides@scga.org or Mike at mmendoza@scga.org
SOUTHWEST LA (SWLA)
Alondra Park GC
Maggie Hathaway GC
QUESTIONS?
Contact Justin at jmay@scga.org or Shani at swaite@scga.org
MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Shani Waite
Southwest Los Angeles
As a junior golfer, Shani grew up in SCGA Junior programming, using her Youth on Course membership and eventually became a SCGA Junior Golf Foundation Scholar. She went on to play collegiate golf at Texas Prairie View A&M University where she graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Science in Juvenile Justice.
PRATIMA SHERPA
San Fernando Valley
Pratima Sherpa was born and raised in Nepal. She fell in love with the game, which transformed her life. This led her to earn a bachelor’s degree while playing collegiate golf and to build over a decade of global competitive, instructional, and junior-mentoring experience. She has always followed two mottos in her life: “Hard work always pays off” and “Nothing is impossible”.
CAMERON SPEIGHTS
Southwest Los Angeles
Cameron helps oversee all programming and serves as the lead golf coach at beginner, intermediate and advanced practices in Southwest LA. Cameron started playing at Maggie Hathaway GC and has worked as a golf instructor at TopGolf and Maggie Hathaway. He graduated from Johnson C. Smith University where he competed on the men’s golf team.
Kerry Valenzuela
Southeast Los Angeles
Kerry brings nearly 5 years of experience, energy and passion to our programs. He has coached over 250 group classes, all rooted in the U.S. Kids Golf curriculum, and holds a Level 1 U.S. Kids Golf certification. He leads most of our on-course events and provides valuable mentorship and support to fellow coaches as we continue to grow our SELA presence.