Introduction:
Having run junior golf camps since 2003, I have seen how these weeks can support technical development, personal growth and friendships. For 2027, our programme combines St Andrews weeks with The Open Week based at Dollar Academy.
Skill Enhancement in a Fun Environment:
Every 2027 camp includes two hours of professional group coaching each day. Sessions are shaped around each golfer’s age, ability and objectives, with practice across the different parts of the game.
Golfers put their coaching into practice on courses selected for their experience. Ultimate, Hidden Gems and Signature golfers can add High Performance Coaching for individual analysis, specialist coaching and a personal CoachNow record.
Summer Golf Camp Adventures:
The camps are a great opportunity for campers to immerse themselves in the game they love with likeminded juniors from around the world. The personal growth I see in pupils as they progress through the camps is a highlight for me. Arriving nervous and often not knowing anyone, to leaving having made many new friends, who they have practised with, competed against on the course, teamed up on the beach for a game of football and spent many hours socialising.
Residential golf camps foster personal growth by encouraging independence and self-reliance. Junior golfers learn valuable life skills such as discipline, time management, and teamwork, which contribute to their overall development.
With a wide variety of nationalities attending the camp I am always astounded by how quickly pupils develop their English with no formal teaching just chatting to each other, the coaches and the pastoral team. Cultural diversity really adds to the experience for not only the campers but the staff too. Learning about their countries, cultures and experiences is a great way to spend an evening.
The shared passion for golf creates lasting bonds among our campers. These friendships extend beyond the camp, providing a network of support and encouragement for young golfers as they progress in their journey, and often bring them back year after year to meet up with their friends.
Cultural Experiences:
The wider camp experience matters as much as technical progress. Time with other golfers, new surroundings and activities beyond the course can help young people develop confidence and independence.
Whether it's an evening stroll around town to see the sights, or a weekend trip to a museum, it's great to make sure the pupils have a wide variety of experiences both on and off the course.
The Key to a Successful Camp:
My recipe for a successful camp is very simple.
Everything starts with a great support team whether they be coaches, house staff or camp interns, providing exceptional pastoral care and a fun learning environment.
A programme of coaching, course play and activities that challenges and inspires the golfers.
Camp locations that offer excellent accommodation, food, practice facilities, courses and activities.
Conclusion:
Residential golf camps create unforgettable memories and experiences that stay with junior golfers for a lifetime. From challenging rounds on prestigious courses to evening activities and special events, the overall camp experience is something to cherish.
Our 2027 summer programme runs across these four weeks:
Week 1: 4–10 July 2027 — St Andrews and a planned Scottish Open visit.
Week 2: 10–17 July 2027 — The Open Week, based at Dollar Academy.
Week 3: 18–24 July 2027 — St Andrews.
Week 4: 25–31 July 2027 — St Andrews.
For more information please click here or send me an email at info@rvgs.golf I look forward to hearing from you.
Plan your 2027 camp
Our main summer programme runs from 4–31 July 2027. St Andrews is the base for weeks 1, 3 and 4, and The Open Week runs from 10–17 July at Dollar Academy. Courses, visits and daily schedules remain provisional until final arrangements are confirmed.
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