Atlanta Junior Golf Divisions

Please read the descriptions carefully to determine which division is appropriate. Fees listed below are in addition to a $95 non-refundable, yearly membership fee that applies to all divisions. 

Please note that a junior golfer's age as of June 1 during the current year determines the age for the entire calendar year.

Beginner Division
$15 per event

Juniors play 9 holes on a par-3 or “executive” golf course in this co-ed division. There are no skill requirements, as the primary focus in this division is education, camaraderie, and fun. Caddies are allowed and there is a maximum 10 stroke limit per hole.

Juniors should:

• Have their own equipment

• Have been previously introduced to the game

• Have some knowledge of golf course etiquette
• Must fulfill requirements of the Rules Education Policy

Age Groups

• Boys & Girls 10 and Under

• Boys & Girls 11 and Over

Typical Tees/Yardage

• Forward

• 800-1600 yards

Season-Ending Championship

• Beginner Open

Online Quiz

• Beginner Division Rules & Etiquette

9-Hole Club Division
$20 per event

Juniors play 9 holes on a full-length golf course from the forward tees. This division is designed for those who fall between the Beginner Division and the 9-Hole Open Division. Caddies ARE allowed and parents who caddy may give their children advice; however, caddies are encouraged to let players make their own decisions and choices. There is a maximum 10 stroke limit per hole. 

Juniors MUST:

• Be able to score between 50 and 65 for 9 holes
• Have the ability to play 9 holes in a reasonable amount of time
• Comprehend basic Rules of Golf and etiquette
• Fulfill requirements of the
  Rules Education Policy

Age Groups

• Boys 12 & Under

• Boys 13 & Over

• Girls 7-18

Typical Tees/Yardage

• Forward

• 2,200-2,700 yards

Season-Ending Championship

• Club Championship

Online Quiz

• 9-Hole Division Rules & Etiquette Quiz

9-Hole Open Division
$20 per event

Juniors play 9 holes on a full-length golf course from the forward tees. This division is designed for the more competitive 9-Hole Division player and, for many, provides the necessary experience for future transition into the 18-Hole Division. NO CADDIES are allowed and there is NO MAXIMUM STROKE LIMIT. Parents may NOT give juniors advice and MUST adhere to the Spectator Code of Conduct.

Juniors MUST:

• Be able to consistently shoot 49 or lower for 9 holes

• Be able to walk and carry their own bag for 9 holes and keep pace

• Comprehend some basic Rules of Golf and course etiquette

• Fulfill requirements of the
  Rules Education Policy

Age Groups

• Boys 12 & Under

• Boys 13 & Over

• Girls 7-18

Typical Tees/Yardage

• Forward

• 2,500-3,000 yards

Season-Ending Championship

• 9-Hole Classic

Online Quiz

• 9-Hole Division Rules & Etiquette Quiz

18-Hole Club Division
$30 per event

Juniors play 18 holes on a full-length golf course from various tees (determined by age group). NO CADDIES are allowed and there is NO MAXIMUM stroke limit per hole. Parents may NOT give juniors advice and MUST adhere to the Spectator Code of Conduct.

Juniors MUST:

• Be able to consistently shoot between 86 and 110 for 18 holes

• Be able to walk and carry their own bag for 18 holes and keep pace

• Comprehend some Rules of Golf and course etiquette
• Fulfill requirements of the
  Rules Education Policy

Age Groups

• Boys 13-14

• Boys 15-18

• Girls 7-18
• *See below for 12 & Under Divisions

Typical Tees/Yardage

• Boys 13-14 - Middle (5,600-6,000)
• Boys 15-18 - Back (6,100-6,500)
• Girls 7-18 -   Forward (4,800-5,500)

Season-Ending Championship

• Club Championship

Online Quiz

• 18-Hole Division Rules Quiz

18-Hole Open Division
$30 per event

Juniors play 18 holes on a full-length golf course from various tees (determined by age group). NO CADDIES are allowed and there is NO MAXIMUM stroke limit per hole. Parents may NOT give juniors advice and MUST adhere to the Spectator Code of Conduct.

Juniors MUST:

• Be able to consistently shoot between 85 or lower for 18 holes

• Be able to walk and carry their own bag for 18 holes and keep pace

• Comprehend the Rules of Golf and course etiquette

• Fulfill requirements of the
  Rules Education Policy

Age Groups

• Boys 13-14

• Boys 15-18

• Girls 7-18
• *See below for 12 & Under Divisions

Typical Tees/Yardage

• Boys 13-14 - Middle (5,900-6,300)
• Boys 15-18 - Back (6,500-6,900)
• Girls 7-18 -   Forward (5,100-5,800)

Season-Ending Championship

• Grand Championship

Online Quiz

• 18-Hole Division Rules Quiz

18-Hole Boys 12 & Under Division
$30 per event

Juniors play 18 holes on a full-length golf course from the forward tees. This division is designed for the more competitive junior golfer between the ages of 7-12. NO CADDIES are allowed and there is NO MAXIMUM stroke limit per hole. Parents may NOT give juniors advice and MUST adhere to the Spectator Code of Conduct.

Juniors MUST:

• Be able to consistently shoot 110 or less for 18 holes

• Be able to walk and carry their own bag for 18 holes and keep pace

• Comprehend the Rules of Golf and course etiquette

• Fulfill requirements of the Rules Education Policy

Typical Tees/Yardage

• Forward - 5,100-5,800 yards

Season-Ending Championship

• Grand Championship

Online Quiz

• 18-Hole Division Rules Quiz

*The Boys 12 & Under Division is not separated into “Club” and “Open” Divisions. By combining these two sub-groups to form one age group, players have more tournaments to choose from during the summer.

**Should you have questions about which division best fits your skill level, please contact our office by phone at (770) 850-9040.