“In order to be good at golf you have to play golf. Our junior instruction classes have one major purpose, to get the new golfer on the course, having fun, and moving around with all the other golfers.”
JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAMS
PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE - 2026
Junior program available to boys and girls ready for competitive golf, ages 9 to 13 (13U), and may not be 14 before August 1, 2026.
Please consider one of our other junior options, Tot’s Class or Junior Hawk, if your child is new to golf (beginner). PGA Junior League will emphasize “learning to play” and “playing to improve” for golfers to further develop their athletic movement skills, improve strength and power, increase flexibility and speed. This league will be conducted by the Golf Professional Staff with assistance from the golf service staff.
Entry deadline is Tuesday April 7, 2026 at noon, sign up is limited. The program fee is $425 per player. A sign-up link is available on the White Hawk website page “Golf Course/Junior”, this is a National PGA Junior League 13U sign up link. (Fee includes group instruction, course play, and Junior League Game Changer Package of: two custom jerseys plus other fun team kit items.) For parents and spectators, cart usage policies and fees are being considered by all clubs.
- The first practices will be assessing athletic ability, full swing technique, and the areas of Driving, Chipping, and Putting.
- Toward the end of the practice schedule, teams will be created for league matches.
- Matches will be scheduled in June and July. For 2026 matches, our league will be in the NWI Region, playing matches against teams from Youche CC, Briar Ridge CC, Innsbrook CC, and Lakes of the Four Seasons CC, clubs to be determined.
- Matches will be schedule based on number of players at each club and golf course availability.
FULL DETAILS Click Here - 2026 Junior Instruction PGA Jr League
TOTS CLASS - 2026
Let’s play golf! Three-day sessions with each class lasting 60 minutes, will be scheduled throughout the season for boys and girls ages 5 to 9 (9U). These are beginner classes that will focus on making a challenging game easier, tips for parents to help their young golfer, general athletic movement, fun games to help learn golf, course safety, and playing modifications to help get started. This class will be conducted by the Golf Professional Staff with assistance from the golf service staff. Session cost is $75 per person with advanced sign up required on the White Hawk website, Golf drop down tab - Junior. Class size is limited; each session will have similar teaching content.
REGISTRATION LINKS WILL BE OPEN 6 WEEKS IN ADVANCE OF SESSIONS' FIRST DATE
Session #1: June 1-2-3 (Monday to Wednesday) 10:00 to 11:00 am, entry deadline is May 27th at noon
Registration Link Open APRIL 20
Session #2: June 22-23-24 (Monday to Wednesday) 10:00 to 11:00 am, entry deadline is June 17th at noon
Registration Link Open MAY 11
Session #3: July 20-21-22 (Monday to Wednesday) 10:00 to 11:00 am, entry deadline is July 15th at noon
Registration Link Open JUNE 8
JUNIOR HAWK - 2026
Newer golfers (no bad habits!) are invited to start their golfing career with us. These beginner classes will be an introduction to golf with an emphasis on general swing motion, solid ball contact, and learning to play the game safely. A three-day session, with each class lasting 75 minutes, scheduled throughout the season for boys and girls age 8 to 13 (13U). We will use “Fundamentals” and “Learn to Play” for the young athlete to develop agility, balance, coordination, and speed. This class will be conducted by the Golf Professional Staff with assistance from the golf service staff. Your career has started, but wait, now it’s time to play! Our facility has many different golf course options, see you on the first tee! Cost is $125 per session and advanced sign up is required on the White Hawk website, Golf drop down tab - Junior. Class size is limited; each session will have similar teaching content.
REGISTRATION LINKS WILL BE OPEN 6 WEEKS IN ADVANCE OF SESSIONS' FIRST DATE
Session #1: June 8-9-10 (Monday to Wednesday) 10:00 to 11:15 am, entry deadline is June 3rd at noon
Registration Link Open APRIL 27
Session #2: June 29-30-1st (Monday to Wednesday) 10:00 to 11:15 am, entry deadline is June 24th at noon
Registration Link Open MAY 18
Session #3: July 27-28-29 (Monday to Wednesday) 10:00 to 11:15 am, entry deadline is July 22nd at noon
Registration Link Open JUNE 15
DYNAMIC DUO - 2026
One Child, One Parent, Dynamic! Child focused golf instruction with parent and golf instructor working together to help make a challenging game fun and safe! Class is 90 minutes and will have a maximum of four junior/parent duos. Each class will have the same content. The class will include golf instruction, athletic skill training, and a “how to play” tutorial. Class fee is $75 per dynamic duo and open to youths age 7 to 12. A registration link will available on the White Hawk website, Golf drop down tab - Junior.
Class #1: May 3 (Sunday) 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, entry deadline is April 27th at noon
Registration Link Open April 3
Class #2: May 17 (Sunday) 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, entry deadline is May 11th at noon
Registration Link Open April 17
Class #3: August 30 (Sunday) 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, entry deadline is August 24th at noon
Registration Link Open July 30
Class #4: September 13 (Sunday) 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, entry deadline is September 7th at noon
Registration Link Open August 13
FALL JUNIOR MATCHES - 2026
This is new, fingers crossed! This 6-week program will feature two practice weeks and four weeks with in-house team matches. Open to all juniors who participated in PGA Junior League, one session of the Tot’s Class, or one session of Junior Hawk.
- The two practice weeks will be reviewing fundamentals, physical movement, and practice habits.
- Practice dates are: Saturdays August 29 and September 12, starting at 1:00 pm.
- Teams will be made for matches based on golfer feedback, age/ability, and golf professional evaluation.
- Match dates are: Saturday - September 19, 29 at 1:00 pm, and Saturday - October 3, 10 at 12:00 pm
- For parents and spectators, cart usage policies and fees are being considered.
Entry Deadline is August 1, 2026 at noon. Registration Link will open on July 1st.
Participated in 2026 PGA Junior League, have package – Entry Fee is $80.
Participated in Junior Hawk or Tot’s Class - Entry fee is $80, or with “Game Changer” Package - $199.
GAME CHANGER PACKAGE
Junior Golf Rates
18 Holes Junior Weekday…………...………………….……………$35
9 Holes Junior……………...……………….…………………..…..…$25
18 Holes Junior Weekend…………...……………………………$40
9 Holes Junior……………...……………….………………..…..…$30
- High School age and younger, walking
- Junior rates are good anytime weekday and after 1:00 pm on weekends.
- Cart rate for 9-Holes is $3, for 18-Holes $5. Must have driver’s license, driver’s permit is not acceptable.
Other Junior Options
First Tee of Indiana: Learn First Tee Core Values and Healthy Habits, swing fundamentals, and productive practice habits. Program options are listed on the Indiana Golf Association website. Local site in Valparaiso - Click Here
Indiana Golf Association: This nationally renowned golf program fills up fast, don’t wait until spring. More info QR code. For questions contact Junior Program Coordinator, Nathan Nichols-Petersen, nnichols@indianagolf.org or 317-981-2973
NIJGA: Northwest Indiana Regional junior golf program, also very popular and fills up fast.
Drive, Chip, and Putt: A national competition that test skills of golfers in different age groups 7 to 15. Regional qualifiers will compete in National Championship held at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
