Location: Multiple Upstate Courses

What It Is: A character-building junior golf program that blends life skills with learning the game. It’s affordable and spots fill fast.

Highlights: PGA Jr. League, Girls Golf, Operation 36, and fun on-course events.

Helpful Hint: Perfect first step for beginners or kids who need a confidence boost — they teach how to play, not just how to score.

Location: Travelers Rest
What It Is: Structured, progressive golf academy with twice-weekly lessons and on-course play.

Highlights: Kids “level up” as they improve, earning badges and confidence along the way.

Helpful Hint: Great for competitive kids who love tracking their progress.

Location: Greenville, SC (650 Verdae Blvd)

What It Is: A public course with junior camps, discounted youth rates, and year-round lessons for kids.

Highlights: Summer junior golf camps (June & July), private or group lessons available all year, and special junior green fees for regular play.

Helpful Hint: Camps fill quickly, so book early. If you want lessons during the school year, call the pro shop — they often run off-season clinics or can set up custom group lessons for kids.

Location: Simpsonville
What It Is: Full junior program with clinics, tournaments, and “Tiny Tees” for littles.

Highlights: Junior Club Championship, parent-child tournaments, and U.S. Kids Golf curriculum.

Helpful Hint: A great choice for families who want a community and year-round golf events.

Location: Woodruff Rd, Greenville

What It Is: Private or small-group lessons for juniors.

Highlights: Customized instruction and focused swing development.

Helpful Hint: Ideal for kids who are serious about improving or prepping for tournaments.

Location: Furman University

What It Is: Annual pass for unlimited junior golf plus camps and clinics.

Highlights: Full access to range and course, perfect for consistent practice.

Helpful Hint: Best for tweens and teens ready to commit to regular play and practice.

Location: Greer, SC

What It Is: A private, family-focused country club with a strong junior golf program.

Highlights: PGA Jr. League teams, “Green to Tee” beginner program, Elite Junior Golf Series, and plenty of on-course play opportunities.

Helpful Hint: Members get full access to clinics, teams, and practice facilities. Non-members may join certain programs but should expect guest fees and limited access — call the golf shop to confirm options.

Location: Greenville, SC (Byrd Blvd)

What It Is: A private club with two top-tier courses (Chanticleer & Riverside), robust junior programming, and PGA instruction.

Highlights: Year-round junior clinics, tournaments, and practice facilities that keep kids engaged and improving.

Helpful Hint: Membership is required for most events. Non-members usually need to be invited as a guest, and some junior programs may be members-only — ask about guest passes or summer programs if you’re not a member yet.