utility · 2026 junior golf programs
How a Calgary kid learns the game.
Every junior golf program in metro Calgary, sorted by age range and price. From free First Tee programs at city courses to summer camp packages at semi-private clubs. Built once. Updated every spring.
12 programs confirmed · last refreshed 5 may 26 · for 2026 season registrations
If you've got a kid in Calgary who's interested in golf, the entry point is cheaper than you think. The City of Calgary's First Tee program at McCall Lake is free. Most public-course junior memberships are under $300. Summer camps at semi-private clubs run $400–800 for a week, often less than hockey camp.
What follows is the full menu. We've organized by program type so you can see the path: first-tee for absolute beginners, weekly clinics for kids developing a habit, summer camps for the deep dive, and junior memberships for the ones who want to play four times a week.
First-tee programs (beginners).
First Tee Calgary at McCall Lakecity course · McCall Lake Golf Course
AGES 7-17FREE
Calgary's flagship First Tee program. Tuesday and Thursday evenings, June through August. Equipment provided. Six-week sessions emphasizing both fundamentals and life skills (the First Tee curriculum). Run by City of Calgary Golf staff with First Tee certification. Demand high — register in early March for summer.
FREEequipment incl.
Maple Ridge Saturday Beginner ClinicsMaple Ridge Golf Course · 2-hour weekly clinics
AGES 6-12SATURDAYS
Saturday morning beginner clinics May through August. 2-hour sessions, 8-week sessions or drop-in. Focus on full swing, putting, etiquette. Equipment loan available. Mix of CGA-certified and Maple Ridge teaching pros.
$2858-week session
CGA Junior Development at Confederation ParkConfederation Park · CGA-led
AGES 8-14EVENINGS
Calgary Golf Association junior development program. Tuesday/Thursday evenings, 8-week summer session. Course access included for participants. Certified PGA of Canada teaching pros. Application form on the CGA website opens in February.
$3858-week + course access
Summer camps.
McKenzie Meadows Summer Junior CampMcKenzie Meadows · 5-day camps · 9am-3pm
AGES 9-15SUMMER
Five-day summer camps run June-August at McKenzie Meadows. Daily morning instruction, afternoon supervised play. 9-hole or 18-hole rounds depending on age group. Catered lunch included. Multiple weeks available. PGA of Canada teaching pros.
$5955-day camp
Cottonwood Junior Academy CampsCottonwood G&CC · 5-day camps
AGES 11-17SUMMER
Multi-week summer camps at Cottonwood. More advanced focus — for kids already playing 9 holes confidently. Course access, video swing analysis, weekly tournaments within the camp. Run by the Cottonwood teaching staff.
$7955-day · advanced
Heritage Pointe Junior AcademyHeritage Pointe · 5-day camps + private lessons
AGES 10-17SUMMER
Premium junior camp at Heritage Pointe. Smaller groups (max 8), more individual instruction time, video analysis. Includes 1 private lesson per week. Targets junior tour-bound players.
$8955-day · premium
Glencoe Junior Family Day CampsThe Glencoe · day camp · members + reciprocal
AGES 8-14SUMMER · MEMBERS ONLY
Members-only summer day camps at The Glencoe. Reciprocal-club guest privileges may apply. Five-day program with golf, tennis, swimming. The "country club kid summer" if that's a phrase that applies to your household.
members only
Weekly clinics + leagues.
Calgary Junior Linkster Leaguemultiple courses · weekly · league play
AGES 9-17WEEKLY
Calgary's biggest junior league. Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday weekly play at rotating courses (Maple Ridge, McCall Lake, Lakeview, Shaganappi, Confederation). Multiple skill divisions. Season runs June-August. Year-end championship at McKenzie Meadows.
$275full season
Shaganappi Junior Saturday LeagueShaganappi Point · Saturday morning league
AGES 11-16SATURDAYS
Saturday morning junior league at Shaganappi Point. 9-hole rounds with adult supervisor. May through September. Lower-cost alternative to camps for kids who already play.
$185full season
Junior memberships.
City of Calgary Junior Passany city course · season pass
UNDER 18SEASON
Unlimited play at any of the five city courses (Maple Ridge, McCall Lake, Lakeview, Shaganappi, Confederation Park) all season. Cheapest serious-junior option in Calgary. Walking only on the city courses; cart fees if used.
$295season pass
McKenzie Meadows Junior MembershipMcKenzie Meadows · season
UNDER 18SEASON
Season-long junior membership at McKenzie Meadows. Unlimited play after 3pm weekdays, anytime weekends. For kids who've graduated past city courses and want a single home course. Most parents share with the kid (sponsoring adult plays for a fee).
$650season
Cottonwood Junior MemberCottonwood G&CC · season
UNDER 18SEASON
Cottonwood junior membership for serious junior tour players. Includes course access during peak season, range, locker. Family-membership add-on available. Path for kids targeting Alberta Junior Tour.
$1,250season
The recommended path.
If your kid is brand new (no clubs, never played):
Start with First Tee at McCall Lake. Free, equipment provided, low risk. After one summer you'll know if they want to keep going.
If they've done a beginner program and want more:
One summer camp (McKenzie Meadows or similar) plus city Junior Pass. Total cost ~$890. They'll be playing 9 holes regularly by August.
If they're targeting junior tour or college golf:
Junior membership at McKenzie Meadows or Cottonwood, plus a premium camp (Heritage Pointe Academy) and CGA Junior Development for tournament structure. Annual cost $1,500-2,500. This is the path most Alberta Junior Tour players follow.