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Kitchener Golf Academy

Learn fundamental golf skills in putting, chipping and pitching, as well as the full swing in our golf programs.

On this page:

  1. Lessons
  2. Adult programs
  3. Junior programs
  4. Summer camps

Lessons

All our lessons are taught by PGA of Canada certified teaching professionals. Our goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and fun environment to allow students to learn and excel at the game. Lessons are available most days at a variety of times.

Private Lessons – 50 minutes

  • 1 lesson - $100 3 lessons - $260 5 lessons - $400

Semi-Private Lessons (2 students) - 50 minutes – price is total for 2 students

  • 1 lesson - $130 3 lessons - $360 5 lessons - $525

Group Lessons (3-6 students) – 1 hour – price is total for all students

  • 1 lesson - $150 3 lessons - $395 5 lessons - $550

Playing Lesson (3-5 Holes) $200

An opportunity for your instructor to understand the strengths and weaknesses you display while playing the game. This valuable information is then used to formulate a strategy to help improve your ability to navigate the golf course successfully.

Adult programs

Our clinics are a fun place to learn and improve your game. These formats are also a great opportunity to meet new people. We offer a variety of adult programs for those looking for a tune up or a season of fun. No equipment or experience necessary.

Open the accordions below to learn about our programs for adults.

Date: Tuesdays or Wednesdays from May to August (five-week sessions)

Time: 5 p.m., 6 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Age: 18+

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Cost: $145 + tax per person

Topics covered include putting, chipping, setup, fundamentals, and the swing. Each package includes five lessons in consecutive weeks with each lesson running for 1 hour from the start time.

Ladies Only Start Dates:

  • Tuesday, May 6 at 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday, May 7 at 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 10 at 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 11 at 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Aug 20 at 7 p.m.

Couples Start Dates:

  • Wednesday, May 7 at 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 10 at 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Aug 20 at 6 p.m.

Men Only Start Dates:

  • Tuesday, May 6 at 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 11at 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Aug 20 at 5 p.m.

Register online

Date: Mondays from May 12 to September 22 (20 week program)

Time: 7 to 9 p.m.

Age: 18+

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Cost: $450 + tax

 

Register online

Junior programs

Your junior golfer can stay active this summer with any of our clubs, clinics or camps! A great way for beginners to learn the sport of golf from course etiquette to technique, and for junior golfers to develop their skills and improve their individual golf game while having lots of fun and making new friends!

Open the accordions below to learn about our programs for junior golfers.

Date: Wednesdays, Fridays or Saturdays from May to July (five-week sessions)

Times:

  • Saturday, May 3 at 10 a.m.
  • Wednesday, May 7 at 5 p.m.
  • Friday, May 9 at 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday, June 11 at 5 p.m.
  • Friday, June 13 at 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 14 at 10 a.m.

Age: 4 to 7 years old

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Cost: $105 + tax

Following the Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) pathway outlined by Golf Canada, the Kitchener Golf Academy is pleased to offer an introductory clinic to the game of golf for children aged 4-7. In a fun and creative learning environment, your child will learn to swing the golf club, chip, and putt, all while having the ability to make friends, and have a good time. This exceptional program is 5 consecutive weeks, with the last week being a fun tournament with parents/family involved. Each lesson runs for 50 minutes from the start time and is limited to 16 junior golfers. No equipment necessary.

Register online

Date: Tuesdays, Fridays or Saturdays from May to July (5-week sessions)

Times:

  • Saturday, May 3 at 11 a.m.
  • Saturday, May 3 at 12 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 6 at 5 p.m.
  • Friday, May 9 at 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 10 at 5 p.m.
  • Friday, June 13 at 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 14 at 11 a.m.
  • Saturday, June 14 at 12 p.m.

Age: 8 to 12 years old

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Cost: $105 + tax

Following the Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) pathway outlined by Golf Canada, the Kitchener Golf Academy is pleased to offer learn to play clinics that will focus on developing all fundamental movement skills and sports skills. Key concepts that will be guided are grip, stance, alignment, swing, putting and chipping. Rules, etiquette and scoring will also be covered, and utilized on our 9-hole pitch and putt course. This exceptional program is 5 consecutive weeks, with the last week being a fun tournament with parents/family involved. Each lesson runs for 50 minutes from the start time and is limited to 16 junior golfers. No equipment necessary.

Register online

The goal of this program is for the student to learn different aspects of the game, including etiquette, in order to gain competence and confidence, leading towards playing in an unsupervised group.

  • Weekly instruction and/or supervised practice/play
  • On-course learning and playing
  • Intramural team competitions

Date: Saturdays from May 10 to Sept 20 (20-week program)

Time: 2 p.m.

  • 2 p.m. (1 or 2 hour session depending on week)
  • 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. instruction sessions
  • 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. playing sessions
  • 2 p.m. start time September
  • Schedule distributed at beginning of season

Age: 7 to 15 years old

Recommended for ages 7+ or those with good golf skills and comprehension

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Cost: $350 + tax

Register online

Once your child has been introduced to the game through one of our junior clinics, or if they have been playing consistently for at least one year, the bantam golf league is the next step for them. Each lesson runs for 50 minutes from the start time. No equipment necessary.

  • Group lessons
  • On-course learning

Date: Saturdays from June 14 to August 16 (10-weeks program)

Time: 9 a.m.

Age: 4 to 8 years old

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Cost: $200 + tax

Register online

The goal of this program is for the student to learn different aspects of the game, including etiquette, in order to gain competence and confidence, leading towards playing in an unsupervised group. No experience or equipment required. Weekly instruction and/or supervised practice/play.


Date: Mondays from May 12 to September 22 (20 weeks)

Time: 5 to 7 p.m. (1 or 2 hours depending on the week)

  • 5 to 6 p.m. – instruction sessions
  • 5 to 7 p.m. – playing sessions
  • Schedule distributed at beginning of the season

Age: 9 and up

  • Recommended for ages 9+ or those with good golf skills and comprehension

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Cost: $350 + tax

Register online

Visit our summer programs page to find information about Kitchener Golf summer camps.

Contact Us

City of Kitchener
200 King Street West,
Kitchener, Ontario
Telephone: 519-741-2345,
TTY: 1-866-969-9994
mailto:info@kitchener.ca