Junior Golf In conjunction with the Golf Foundation, Brian Connor's House of Golf has established a Junior Performance Academy at Manchester Golf Club. With pupils as young as five, the PGA staff headed by Professional Scott Connor (pictured right) and Assistant Matt Hough work on a one-to-one basis with boys and girls and also teach juniors in groups. The Junior Golf Passport which is promoted by the Golf Foundation has proved to be a great motivation for the youngsters, as it provides key skills for game improvement at a steady pace. All areas of the game are worked on throughout the scheme and using the Tri Golf scheme the House of Golf team has established links with local schools.

Summer Camps 2009

This summer the Junior Performance Centre will be running summer camps throughout the May holidays and also in the 6 week holidays. This gives juniors the opportunity to meet other golfers of their age and improve their overall golfing ability. The cost of a summer camp is just £29 for 3 hours including balls, snacks and drinks.

May School Holiday 2009 Dates

Wednesday 27/5 9am – 12pm
Thursday 28/5 12pm – 3pm
Friday 29/5 1pm – 4pm

Summer Holiday Dates

Junior Camps in the Summer Holidays start from 21st July and we have allocated spaces on the following days each week during the holiday period.

Tuesday 9am and 1pm

Wednesday 9am

Thursday 9am and 1pm

Friday 1pm

For more information on these sessions or to make a booking call 0161 655 3668 or alternatively contact Scott Connor Click Here to email .

Junior Golf Clinic 15th March 2009

Junior Members and Associate Members of The Manchester Golf Club were treated to a free clinic with Assistant Professional Matt Hough on Sunday 15th March 2009. The Juniors had a great day with Matt picking up some new skills and working on their game. Well done to everyone who took part! If youwould like to find out more about lessons with Matt Click Here

Junior Performance visit to the Ping Factory April 2009

House of Golf Professional Scott Connor recently arranged a trip to the Ping factory in Gainsborough with the help of Manchester Golf Club Junior Organiser Keith Hough and member Steve Daynes, the group consisted of junior golfers who are members at Manchester Golf Club or are taking part in lessons with the Junior Performance Team.

Everyone was treated to a tour of the Ping Factory, they learned how clubs are assembled at the factory and about the importance that custom fitting plays in game improvement.

Scott tells us ‘Ping laid out the red carpet for these young golfers and gave them an insight into the golf industry that they will never forget – this trip was unique to House of Golf but it is an experience that we would love to repeat in the future.

The juniors were fantastic asking relevant questions and showing knowledge of golf that is far beyond their years. Thank you Karsten UK!’

National Skills Challenge 2009 The Juniors that are taking part in lessons at House of Golf are making real progress, some of them are taking part in the National Skills Challenge. Last year Eliza and Tom Thorpe completed their skills challenge. Eliza (age 6) received a Silver award and Tom achieved an outstanding Platinum award. The first National Skills Challenge of 2009 will be held at Manchester Golf Club on Thursday 9th April and Friday 10th April. If you would like to register Click Here to go to the Get Into Golf website

Development advice One of the aims of the Junior Performance Academy is to share a wealth of experience with up and coming golfers. Advice can be given on tournaments to enter and golfing schedules, all tailored to enhance the individual's development. Links have been established with County organisations, the Golf Foundation and numerous other junior organisations to enable us to provide the best advice available. If you would like to look at a list of Junior Events that are available for youngsters with a handicap to play in Click Here to visit the English Golf Union website. Junior Lesson Tariff Professional 1/2 hour lesson 1 hour lesson Course of 6 Scott Connor £10 £20 £50 Matt Hough £7 £14 £39 If you would like to book a Junior Lesson or make an enquiry CLICK HERE