We offer something for everyone
Our Philosophy – Golf is fun!
We feel that players just getting into the game do well in group programs, where they receive general golf instruction, individual tips, and an opportunity to be athletically active while socializing and developing friendships with other players. When kids have fun, they will want to keep playing the game!
As players progress in junior golf, they may want to engage in some form of competition. As this occurs, a gradual switch to incorporate more individualized instruction in their development plan is needed. Players need and enjoy a balance between working on their game and having fun at the course. It takes many hours to become a good player, so the pursuit must also remain enjoyable.
We base our programs on our past successes and feedback from our participants. We adopt many concepts of the American Development Model, which was developed by USA Hockey and is embraced by the PGA of America. It is an outstanding guide for youth sports programs. This has allowed us to create age-appropriate, fun, and engaging golf experiences for our juniors. This also has lead to our success as PGA Junior League Game Change Award Winners (2022, 2023) presented to coach Don Graham.
Raccoon Creek’s Junior Golf Programming is under the direction of:
Don Graham, PGA Head Golf Professional and Asst. General Manager
Direct 720-287-8185 dgraham@raccooncreek.com
John Houlihan, 1st Assistant Golf Professional
Direct 720-287-8184 jhoulihan@raccooncreek.com
Other Key Coaches: Chloe Graham and Austin Norton
Here is a link to Register for our programs: Click HERE to register for Raccoon Creek PGA Jr. League
2024 Raccoon Creek High School Prep
Program Goals:
- Prepare Players for competitive golf
- Create a community of like-minded players who will support each other in their golf journey
- Develop physical golf skills combined with the ability to focus and manage the mental side of the game
- Maximize each players’ potential as a tournament competitor
- Develop a plan for practice, play and competition
- Develop the player’s physical and mental golf skills
- Understand and utilize proper tournament golf rules and etiquette
Note: Players will be walking during the playing lessons, drop-in sessions and during the practice rounds because they will be walking during HS events. Green Fees and range balls are included for all on-course sessions. Participation in other (outside) stroke play tournaments is also recommended.
Program Conducted by:
Don Graham dgraham@raccooncreek.com Office 720-287-8185 Mobile 720-312-5149
John Houlihan jhoulihan@raccooncreek.com Office 720-287-8184
The High School Prep Program includes over 13 hours of programming including:
- Parent/Player program kickoff meeting
- $50 range credit for practice outside of the program
- 5 – 1-hour Group Clinics (2 instructors)
- 1 On-course evaluation session (1 hour) in a group with Don or John
- 18-hole practice tournament
- 15-minute Video Swing Analysis with recap
- 1 Hour block of private lesson time with John or Don – (we recommend using 20 minute increments)
- Customized Practice Plan and Practice Drills based on the playing evaluation
- Personal goal-setting session with Don or John
- Instruction on how to keep and interpret playing stats
- 6 complimentary drop-in 9-hole practice rounds (minimally supervised)
- Special 9-hole rate of $10 at Raccoon Creek early morning and late day 9-hole t-times valid all summer
- Discounted private lesson rates for additional sessions with Don and John
- Additional program swag
Program Cost: $525
Sat., April 13 – 12:30pm – Parent/Player Program Kickoff Meeting – Indoor Meeting!
- Meeting, Goals and Expectations w/Q & A
- Distribute Practice Aids
- Review Practice rules and expectations
- Set up Range App and load range credit onto players’ phones
- Complimentary Range Balls available for practice after meeting – Weather Permitting
Parent attendance for this session is optional, but we will have helpful information for players and parents, as well as a Q & A. The parent portion of the meeting will take place first. Check-in at the Golf Shop when you arrive for directions to the meeting.
Assignment #1:
Our Range dispenser works through an app called SelectPi. Before the meeting, if the players download the free SelectPi app for apple or android, create a free account on the app, and confirm the email sent by SelectPi, we will be able to get them set up with their Raccoon Creek range balls on their account more quickly.
Drop-in Playing Sessions
These sessions are optional 9-hole playing opportunities. No charge for green fees OR Range balls. CHECK IN AT THE GOLF SHOP when you arrive so we can make a player list and get you a range coupon.
We will help organize the groups for at least the first few sessions, but players are not supervised on the course during drop-in play. Players may not bring guests or parents along to play.
Players are expected to support one another and follow all course rules during these play sessions. These are close to the last t-times available for the day. Players will need to move along to finish before dark. Players should call the golf shop at 303-973-4653 Option2 if they encounter any problems on the course.
- Sat., April 20 5:13 T-times
- Fri., April 26 5:22 T-times
- Fri., May 11 5:31 T-times
- Fri., May 19 3:43 T-times
We will be adding additional dates later.
Summary of all dates (tentative) – In order:
Sat., April 13 12:30pm Parent/Player Program Kickoff Meeting – Indoor Meeting!
Sat., April 20 4:00-5:00pm Clinic #1 – Meet at the Range
Sat., April 20 5:13 T-times Drop-in Play
Fri., April 26 5:22 T-times Drop-in Play
Sat., April 27 3:30 – 6:00 Play 9 Holes – On Course Eval
Sat., May 4 12:30 – 1:30 Clinic #2, Video Swing Analysis
Fri., May 10 5:31 T-times Drop-in Play
Sat., May 11 12:30 – 2:00 Clinic #3, Video Swing Analysis and open practice
Sat., May 18 2:45-3:30pm Build a Practice Plan – (9-hole Drop In play after)
Sat., May 18 3:43 T-times Drop in Play
Sat., May 25 No Class This Week
SUN, May 26 5:49 T-times Drop-in Play
Sat., June 1 12:30-1:30 Clinic #4
Sat., June 8 12:30 – 1:30 Clinic #5
Sun., June 9 5:58 T-times Drop-in Play
Sat., June 15 12:30-1:30 Practice Tournament 18 Holes – Meet on Range
Junior Camp Options!
2 Week Fun Camp
Raccoon Creek brings back its popular 2 week FUN camp to kick off the summer. This is a great starting point for beginner-intermediate golfers. The program is presented in a fun, summer camp style atmosphere, during the 6, 1-hour sessions.
Mini Camp
This 3 day program is best suited for the junior player looking for more skill development, and insight into golf. The first two morning sessions focus on putting, short game, and swing development. The final evening session is where the golfers apply their new skills on the course!
Super Mini
This program is designed for those aged 5-8. This shortened and simplified version of our mini-camp, is a fun-focused, team building, way to learn new golf skills. It features two morning sessions and an evening on-course playing experience.
2 Week Fun Camp!
Mornings of June 3rd, 4th, 6th, 10th, 11th, 13th
- 6, 1-hour camp sessions covering the basic fundamentals of golf in a fun manner
- Introduction to safety and rules of golf
- A daily golf gift
- Our well known “How Far Will it Go?” camp finale
2 Week Fun Camp (8:30-9:30) (8-10year olds)
Raccoon Creek is bringing back its annual 2 week FUN camp to kick off the summer of 2024. This is a great starting point for beginner golfers, those looking to gain interest in the sport, or those who enjoy practicing in a more traditional “summer camp” style manner. We have 2 session options running from 8:30-9:30 and 9:45-10:45 on June 3rd, 4th, 6th, 10th, 11th, 13th. The 8:30-9:30am session …
2 Week Fun Camp (9:45-10:45) (11 year olds and up)
Raccoon Creek is bringing back its annual 2 week FUN camp to kick off the summer of 2024. This is a great starting point for beginner golfers, those looking to gain interest in the sport, or those who enjoy practicing in a more traditional “summer camp” style manner. We have 2 session options running from 8:30-9:30 and 9:45-10:45 on June 3rd, 4th, 6th, 10th, 11th, 13th. The 9:45-10:45am class i…
Mini Camps!
Please note the different date options for our 3-day mini camp series’.
- Two morning sessions from 8:00-9:30am
- The morning sessions are focused on putting, short game, and swing development
- Wednesday evening session from 6:15-8:00pm applying learned skills on course
- Prizes and Golf Gift through the week!
Mini Camp #1 (June 17-19)
Mini Camp #2 (June 24-26)
Mini Camp #3 (July 1-3)
Mini Camp #4 (July 8-10)
Mini Camp #5 (July 15-17)
Mini Camp #6 (July 22-24)
Super Mini Camp’s!
Please note the different date options for our 3-day super mini camp series’.
- Designed for those aged 5-8
- Shortened and simplified version of our Mini Camp
- Fun-focused, team building, way to learn new golf skills
- It features two morning sessions from 9:45-10:45am and an evening on-course playing experience from 5:00-6:00pm