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FULL-TIME ACADEMY FAQ’S

Our part-time junior golf programs are designed to fit all skill levels of young golfers ages 4 through 19. Whether it is learning the fundamentals of golf, starting to play competitively or elite players looking to play college golf, our personalized coaching allows junior athletes to develop a passion for the game while unlocking their true potential. The Golf Performance Academy is our full-time golf boarding program for the more serious golfer in grades 6-12.

6:30am: Preworkout and nutrition

7:00am: Workout

8:15am: Breakfast

9am: Academics

1:15pm: Lunch

2pm: Golf Training (M/W/F) / Golf Course Playing (T/TH)

5:15pm: Dinner

7:00pm: Study Hall

9:00pm: Activities/Rest

10:00pm: Lights out

We look for the serious junior golfer who is set on achieving their goals. Whether it’s college golf or the professional tour, we will help you get there.

Fill out this form and we will be in touch with you by the end of the day.

The Golf Performance Academy is located in Ridgefield, Connecticut; situated in the heart of New England.

You can give us a call at 203-790-4653 and info@thegolfperformanceacademy.com. Our phones and email are monitored Monday through Friday. You can expect a response by the end of the day.

Yes, both financial aid and scholarship packages are available to qualified candidates. We have many different opportunities for families to receive financial aid, or students to earn scholarships. If you have any questions please direct them to Melanie Guerrera.

Yes, we accept both international and domestic applicants.

The interview and onboarding process for GPA instructors and staff is an in-depth process designed to test their inherent ability and talent of working with high performance athletes. This is a feat we don’t take lightly, and all members of our staff are educated and experienced individuals passionate about junior development. Click here to meet the staff!

Athlete-to-instructor ratio never exceeds 8 to 1. Individualized coaching is included and is encouraged for athletes to pursue when needed.

Yes, Main Campus has two separate male and female dorms. Each student has their own desk, dresser, closet, and bed.  We encourage the athletes to personalize their space in whichever way they would like. Every house is equipped with a washer, dryer, fridge and microwave. In addition to that, the group area has couches, tv, books, and games, allowing the students time to unwind and socialize.

  • 8 indoor golf hitting bays
  • Outdoor driving range
  • 9-hole short course
  • Performance Zone (full-service gym)
  • TrackMan
  • Swing Catalyst
  • Top Tracer
  • SAM Putt Lab
  • Foresight
  • GEARS
  • Zen Green Stage
  • V1

For over 20 years, our 5 Elements of Success philosophy has helped thousands of junior athletes understand how the relationship between their physical movement abilities and golf skills affect consistency and power. By tying how the body moves relative to golf swing mechanics, our coaches create the personalized long-term development program each athlete needs for sustained success.

We offer a holistic approach for success, many instructors talk about it, but few follow it.  It is one thing to talk about an approach for success, but it is another to live it.  We at GPC live it! Daily, there are no secrets to success, just a proven systematic approach, we believe, “if it can be measured, it can be improved, but only if there is accountability”.

GPA student-athletes travel with their classmates and instructors to a variety of events along the East Coast. Tours to note include AJGA, Hurricane Junior Golf Tour, New England Junior Tour, Northern Junior, Notah Begay III JGNC, and more.

There is a Residence Director (RD) on campus 24/7. RD’s make rounds throughout the day until light outs on weekdays and weekends. There is 24/7 on site surveillance closely monitored. We complement security with attendance taking, pick up and drop-off hand offs between all staff and RD’s.

Our test prep program is designed to take approximately 15 weeks but is adaptable to students who have less (or more) time. Students primarily work through the official SAT material on the Khan Academy online platform. Khan Academy is an official partner of the College Board, which writes the SAT. Khan is the premier free online learning platform and they have the most robust and effective SAT practice resources available. We work one on one with students to address specific areas of need.

Our main objective is to help the students boost their SAT scores but we want this practice to enrich their whole education as well. We emphasize a deeper understanding of the test material. Reading passages should be read for meaning and purpose, and math problems should be approached from as fundamental a level as is appropriate.

We offer full-service support for every student at The Golf Performance Academy. We work closely with college coaches to find the right fit to ensure the kids are taking ownership of their recruitment process.

SUMMER PROGRAM FAQ’S

There are 4 weeks of a regular summer program:
Week 1: June 16 – 22
Week 2: June 23 – 29
Week 3: June 30 – July 6
Week 4: July 7 – July 13
Week 5: July 14 – July 20
Week 6: July 21 – July 27
Week 7: July 29 – August 3
Week 8: August 4 – 10

The Summer Program is for athletes ages 13-16.

We strongly recommend that athletes get the full experience of staying in the residence halls on campus. The day-program option is available.

The Summer Program is $2,700/week. The 2-week Elite Summer Program is $6,999. Scholarships are available.

6:30am: Preworkout and nutrition

7:00am: Workout

8:15am: Breakfast

9am: Golf Training (M/W/F) / Golf Course Playing (T/TH)

1:15pm: Lunch

2pm: Individual coaching and on course training

5:15pm: Dinner

7:00pm: Activities/Break

10:00pm: Lights out

Please fill out the form here and we will be in touch with you the same day. Admission into the Summer Program is rolling until all spots are filled.

The Summer Program is a unique opportunity for athletes to have individualized instruction. Our instructor-to-athlete ratio never exceeds 1 to 8 but generally it is 1 to 4.

Chef Leslie and her team craft personalized menus based on the nutritional requirements for each athlete. <Meet Leslie!>

We encourage parents to get in touch with us to learn more about the scholarship opportunities we offer for both the Summer Program and full-time Academy.

Yes! We encourage athletes to bring belongings that will make them comfortable in their home away from home for the summer. Bedding, decorations, books, board games, and snacks are all strongly encouraged.

Yes! When time allows, the residence directors shuttle athletes to the mall, grocery store, and any fun activities in the area. Although athletes are on a tight schedule during the week, we still prioritize time to have fun.

The interview and onboarding process for GPA instructors and staff is an in-depth process designed to test their inherent ability and talent of working with high performance athletes. This is a feat we don’t take lightly, and all members of our staff are educated and experienced individuals passionate about junior development. Click here to meet the staff!

Absolutely! We strongly encourage athletes to stay in touch with their family as often as they can. Athletes have access to their phones at all times during the day, but our no-phone policy is enforced during practice and on-course play.

  • Workout Gear (GPC-branded apparel will be provided upon move-in)
  • Hangers
  • Books/Board Games
  • Laundry Bin
  • Alarm Clock
  • Under-the-bed bins or storage crates
  • Decorations (must not damage walls, paint, or create a fire hazard) Example: String lights, photos, posters, etc.
  • Fan
  • Power Strip
  • Shower caddy
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