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New to Golf?

Your journey
starts here

Whether you’ve never held a club or you’re getting your child into the game, we’re here to help every step of the way.

Golf is one of the few sports you can play for a lifetime. All it takes is the right coach, a little patience, and a willingness to have fun.

How it works

Three steps to get started

01

Book a lesson

A PGA-certified coach meets you where you are. No experience necessary — your first lesson is about getting comfortable, not performing.

02

Get on the course

A coach will help you find the right course and format to make your first round a great one.

03

Keep playing

The more you play, the more you’ll love it. Explore leagues, find regular playing partners, and make the game your own.

Find a PGA Coach

Learn from the best

PGA-certified coaches work with players at every level — including complete beginners. Browse professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. and book directly online.


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PGA Coach Demarkis Cooper teaching a student

Junior Golf

Programs for young players

These nationally recognized programs make it easy to get your junior golfer started. No prior experience required.

Ages 9–17

PGA Jr. League

Team golf. No experience needed.

A team-based youth program with jerseys, scramble format, and expert PGA coaching. All skill levels welcome.

9U, 13U, and 17U divisions
Co-ed, beginner-friendly
Cost varies by location

Ages 7–15 · Free

Drive, Chip & Putt

Could end at Augusta National.

A free nationwide skills competition. Local qualifiers held across the region. Top performers can advance all the way to the National Finals at Augusta National.

Boys & girls, four age groups
Completely free to enter
Register at drivechipandputt.com

MAPGA Junior Golf Tour

Tournament play across Maryland, Virginia & D.C. · Ages 7–18

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Beginner · Ages 7–10

Mini Mulligans

A friendly 9-hole division designed to introduce young golfers to tournament play for the very first time.

Beginner · Ages 9–14

Intro Division

9 holes from the shortest tees. A step up from Mini Mulligans for juniors building their first tournament experience.

Ages 13–18

Patriot Division

Full 18-hole tournament play for juniors ready to step up and compete at the next level.

Ages 13–18

Championship Division

The highest level of MAPGA junior competition, divided by gender and age group.

All divisions separated by age & skill level

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More ways to play

PGA programs for every golfer

Whether you’re brand new, a veteran, or looking for a structured entry point into the game, there’s a program built for you.

5 Group Lessons

Get Golf Ready

Five group lessons covering everything you need to step onto a golf course with confidence. Taught by PGA-certified professionals at facilities near you.

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Veterans & Military

PGA HOPE

Helping Our Patriots Everywhere — free golf instruction for veterans and active servicemembers. No experience or equipment required to participate.

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Youth

The First Tee

A youth development program using golf to teach life skills — integrity, respect, and confidence. Open to kids of all backgrounds and abilities.

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Looking to get on course?

Play the region’s best courses

Sign up for the MAPGA Member for a Day Series. A five-event series giving amateur golfers the chance to play some of the best courses in the Section in a fun and welcoming setting. Each event is designed to create a great day from start to finish. No GHIN number or handicap are required to play!

Best Value

Series Member

$100

$50 off every event registration
Johnnie-O apparel gift included
Play all five events at a discount

Single Event

Non-Member

Just want to try one event? Non-member pricing is available so you can register for any single event without a series commitment.

Ages 16 & older
No GHIN or handicap required
Play from the tees you’re comfortable with


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Get started today

Ready to take your first swing?

A PGA coach in your area is ready to help you get started. Find one today and book your first lesson.


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