TGA of Union and Southern Morris & Essex Counties

Golf

Introducing the life-long sport of golf at a young age through programs that provide a fun and enriching experience for kids while offering a convenient and affordable option for parents.

We teach & develop the fundamentals: Grip, putting, chipping & full-swing

Ways to Play Golf

TGA offers ways to play year round. No matter when or how you choose to play with TGA, equipment is provided and all skill levels are welcomed.

Enrichment Classes

We teach kids the game of golf through easy-to-understand concepts & interactive games that are fun and engaging. Using skill-based drills that can be done anywhere (indoors or outdoors, at school, or on the golf course), students develop the fundamentals, explore academic concepts through game play, and practice life skills — such as sportsmanship and respect.

5-Level Progression

Each player progresses through our 5-level program at their own pace. Our low student-to-coach ratio allows for individualized attention, meeting each student where they are in their journey and progression.

Camps

TGA golf camps combine expert instruction and course play, providing kids of all ages and abilities an unforgettable experience and the opportunity to develop their love of the game. Our dedicated coaching staff and low camper-to-coach ratio allow for individual attention and instruction tailored to each participant’s skill level. In addition to honing their skills and improving their game, campers build friendships and life-long memories.

Clinics

Young golfers of all skill levels are invited to join our coach-led clinics to develop core fundamentals and mechanics in a hyper-focused format. From 1 to 3 hours in length, our golf clinics are designed to help players hone and master the fundamental skills of the game including chipping, putting, and swinging.

Leagues

Our co-ed golf leagues offer beginning and established junior golfers the chance to practice and play in a low-pressure, semi-competitive setting. Our inclusive format allows each player to contribute to the team on every hole, so whether they’re preparing for competitive junior tours, trying out for a high school team, or simply wanting to improve their game – league participation can help them achieve their goal while having fun!

Tournaments

Junior golfers have the chance to compete and hone their skills with our Junior Golf Tournaments, while parents and kids have the opportunity to team up and play together with our Parent/Child Tournaments. The format for our Junior Golf Tournaments is individual stroke play with course distance set for each age group to ensure rounds are both fun and enjoyable. Parent/Child Tournament formats may vary based on age and ability. See you on the green!

Other ways to play

Private LessonsThemed PartiesPlay Days Family Events

Why We ❤️ Golf

Enrichment

Please check our schedule for programs at the following locations:

  • Berkeley Heights
  • Caldwell
  • Chatham
  • Clark
  • Denville
  • East Hanover
  • Far Hills
  • Florham Park
  • Gladstone
  • Livingston
  • Madison
  • Maplewood
  • Mendham
  • Millburn/Short Hills
  • Millington
  • Montclair
  • Montville
  • Morristown
  • Mountain Lakes
  • Mountainside
  • New Providence
  • North Caldwell
  • Parsippany
  • Randolph
  • Scotch Plains/Fanwood
  • South Orange
  • Springfield
  • Summit
  • Verona
  • West Orange
  • Westfield
  • Whippany

Summer Camps

Campers will practice all aspects of the game:  Swing fundamentals, Chipping, Putting, Driving, Golf Rules & Etiquette and Practice Techniques.

LOCATION: East Orange Golf Course
(440 Parsonage Hill Rd., Short Hills, NJ)

9:00am – 12:00pm (1/2 Day)
12:00pm – 3:00pm (1/2 Day)
9:00am – 3:00pm (Full Day)
*Pre-Care & After-Care available.

DATES: August 22 – August 26 | August 29 – September 2

For more information about TGA clinics, please inquire below.

Leagues

TGA of Union, Southern Morris & Essex County Recreational Golf Leagues

For all junior golfers ages 6 -15. Golfers of all levels are welcome as we want to encourage and provide even our newest golfers with the opportunity to take what they have learned in our after-school programs, clinics, and camps to the course.

Schedule will be as follows:

  • Week 1: Assessment
  • Week 2: Practice round
  • Weeks 3-6: Matches

TGA of USME Travel Golf League

TGA of USME is putting together another golf travel team for the fall season. Any child ages 8-15 can try out for the TGA of USME Golf Travel Team. The TGA Junior Team Golf League gives young golfers the opportunity to be part of a team with an introduction to competition. The TGA of USME will compete against teams from Bergen, Rockland, and Westchester counties in NJ and NY.

Teams will be selected based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to:

  • The score of each player on the day of the tryouts
  • TGA staff’s knowledge of each player’s skill level
  • Etiquette displayed on and off the course

 

League Structure

  • There will be 2 age divisions, 7-11 and 12-15 (golfers will be placed based on their age as of May 1, 2022)
  • The 12-15 age division will play a 2 person best ball format from a golf course approx. 2,500 yards.
  • The 7-11 age division will play a 3-4 person scramble format from a golf course approx. 1,700 yards.
  • The teams will be capped at 20 players. Players who do not make the travel team will have the option in playing in our Recreational League.

 

Travel Team Schedule

There will be 4 matches played on Sunday afternoons. Tee times will start around 3pm.

  1. April 24th (Galloping Hill Golf Course)
  2. May 1st (Meadows Golf Club)
  3. May 22nd (Galloping Hill Golf Course)
  4. June 5th (Knoll East Golf Course)

 

The fee to join the team is $389 which includes the following:

  • Team shirt
  • 4 matches. All matches are played on Sunday afternoons.
  • 4 practices. All practices are held at the East Orange Golf Course on Wednesdays or Thursdays from 4- 5pm.
  • Awards Dinner immediately following the last match at the Knoll East Golf Course.

TGA Summer Golf Tournament Series at Knoll East Golf Club

TGA hosts Junior Golf Tournaments and Parent/Child Tournaments every Sunday throughout the summer for kids ages 8-15. 

Age Divisions: 8-9, 10-12, 13-15.* 

May change based on enrollment and participation.

 

All Events will Take Place at Knoll East Golf Club

Tee times will begin at 4:30pm (exact tee times will be sent out no later than 2 days prior to each event)

 

Fee Schedule:

  • Registration Fee: $40 (sign up for any of the individual events – and each child gets a TGA hat!)
  • Tournaments: $55 Each

 

Dates:

  • Sunday June 7th – Junior Tournament #1
  • Sunday June 14th – Junior Tournament #2
  • Sunday, June 21st – Parent/Child Tournament #1
  • Sunday June 28th – Junior Tournament #3
  • Sunday July 12th – Junior Tournament #4
  • Sunday July 19th – Parent/Child Tournament #2
  • Sunday July 26th – Junior Tournament #5
  • Sunday August 2nd – Junior Tournament #6
  • Sunday August 9th – Parent/Child Tournament #3
  • Sunday August 16th – Junior Summer Championship

 

Points System: TGA will employ a participation and performance based points system.

 

Tournaments 1-6

The first 6 tournaments will all have the same points assigned. Each participant will get points no matter what their result is. Each tournament is a 9 hole, individual stroke play event. Medals will be awards to the top 2 finishers in each tournament.

Participation: 50 Points

  • 1st Place: 500 Points
  • 2nd Place: 300
  • 3rd Place: 190
  • 4th Place: 135
  • 5th Place: 110
  • Etc.

 

Summer Championship

The Summer Championship is the final tournament of the year. Points are more in this tournament. After this tournament, awards will be presented for Season Long Results. The top 3 finishers in each Age division will earn an award.

Participation: 100

  • 1st Place: 600
  • 2nd Place: 330
  • 3rd Place: 210
  • 4th Place: 150
  • 5th Place: 120
  • Etc.

 

The points follow the fedex cup points system for the PGA Tour.