Coaching / Instruction

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What types of programs should I be looking for when entering the game for the very first time?

For more than 100 years the Canadian PGA has been growing the game of golf in Canada through coaching and instruction. Its 3,700 members play an integral role in the development of grassroots programs like CN Future Links—Canada’s ‘Best in Class’ Junior Golf Program—the National Golf in Schools program and The Long Term Player Development (LTPD) Guide which tailors a child’s sport development to suit basic principles of growth and maturation, especially during the 'critical' early years of their development.

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I love the game of golf and I want to improve, where should I look for help?

The Canadian PGA, in partnership with Golf Canada and the Coaching Association of Canada have recently the National Coaching Certification Program, which features three streams—community sport, instruction and coaching—so you can find an instructor that has the appropriate experience and education to help your individual needs. The community sport stream of Coach Development Model allows volunteers to deliver Level 1 of the CN Future Links program Check out how the program aligns and supports the Long Term Player Development model.

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What do I need to be aware of when looking for assistance in achieving my competitive goals?

Team Canada’s National and Development teams are supported by a team of Canadian PGA coaches and sport science staff. Each coach has gone through the Coach Development Model as part of the National Coaching Certification Program.

Each provincial associations—British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, P.E.I.—offers its high performance players the opportunity to take advantage of Canadian PGA coaches and sport science staff as well. Those looking to become stewards of the game should inquire about becoming a Canadian PGA professional. For more information, visit the associations ‘How to become a member’ page.