Junior Golf Programs & Junior Academy
For beginners, developing players and elite competitive juniors
Where future golfers find their foundation.
Gretsch Golf Junior Academy
GGA’s Junior Academy is where young golfers learn the game the right way—from solid fundamentals to confident on-course decisions. Each program is built around age-appropriate junior golf lessons, measurable progress, and a training environment that keeps kids motivated. Whether your junior is brand new or preparing for competitive play, they’ll have a clear path, a supportive coach, and weekly sessions that actually move their game forward.
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How it works
Our junior golf programs offer a structured, long-term path—designed for beginners, developing players, and competitive juniors. Every athlete starts with a simple placement so we can match them to the right level, the right coach, and the right pace.
- Three program tracks: Beginner, Intermediate, and Junior Elite.
- Placement happens once: After the initial assessment, juniors stay on a consistent path and progress through levels naturally.
- Smart group sizes: Focused instruction, station rotations, and engaging reps that give every player meaningful touches.
- Measured progress: Skills testing, game-based challenges, and coach evaluations that show real improvement.
- Clear parent visibility: You’ll always know where your junior stands and what they’re working on next.
- Once placed, your junior will be invited back to enroll each new session. Progress continues right where they left off.
Beginner
Sage Lizards
Perfect for new or early-stage players. Juniors meet once per week for fun, fundamentals, and guided practice across short game, simulators, and movement drills.
Competitive
Desert Roadrunners
For juniors who have built foundational skills and are ready for more challenge. Two sessions per week focus on stronger ball-striking, smarter course decisions, and early competitive habits. Ideal for players beginning to enter local events or showing interest in performance-based development.
Elite
Mountain Lions
Our high-performance track for advanced juniors training with clear competitive goals. Three sessions per week with tournament prep, detailed technical work, performance tracking, and college-pathway development. Designed for players competing regularly and committed to long-term advancement.
Meet the coaches.
Coaching that blends real teaching experience, top-tier tools, and a supportive approach that helps juniors grow with confidence.
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Tilly Gretsch
Founder, Head of Instruction, PGA
A nationally recognized junior golf coach and the leader of our program. Tilly focuses on fundamentals, course IQ, and building juniors into well-rounded players.
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Alec Sailer
Instructor, PGA
Specializes in advanced player development, swing analysis, and equipment matching to support long-term performance.
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Chris Leppard
Instructor
Creates an energetic training environment that helps young golfers build skills, stay engaged, and develop strong practice habits.
Trusted partners
Our programs align with recognized standards in youth golf training and development.
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Junior golf programs and group training in Las Vegas.
Gretsch Golf Academy’s Junior Academy offers structured group junior golf programs for beginners, developing players, and elite competitive juniors in Las Vegas. Led by 2025 #GameChanger Award recipient Tilly Gretsch, our academy provides a clear, level-based path that supports long-term youth golf development.
Families searching for kids golf lessons near me, beginner golf lessons for kids, or junior golf programs in Las Vegas will find age-appropriate group training across our Sage Lizards, Desert Roadrunners, and Mountain Lions tracks. Each program blends fundamentals, short game skills, athletic movement, and course IQ in a guided, small-group environment—not one-on-one instruction.
The academy uses Foresight Falcon simulators, Swing Catalyst video, and structured weekly sessions to help juniors build confidence and measurable progress. Whether your junior is brand new to the game or training for competitive junior golf tournaments and future college play, GGA delivers a clear curriculum, experienced coaching, and a supportive community for young golfers.
Our programs reflect best practices for youth golf coaching, junior golf development, and competitive readiness in Southern Nevada—designed to help juniors learn the game, grow with purpose, and enjoy the journey.