Give your kids a head start in golf
The Kimiad Junior Golf Academy, led by PGTAA Class A Master Teaching Professional Brian Dyer-Smith. Coaching follows the long-term athletic development model, in small groups of four or fewer – range work, short game and real holes on the course.
From first swing to junior foundation golf
Every junior gets a clear path – starting with one-on-one attention so the basics are right, then the fun and friendship of small group coaching.
Coaching that grows with your child
Long-term athletic development (LTAD) is a framework used by sports bodies around the world. It matches what children practise to their stage of physical, mental and emotional growth – so they enjoy the game, avoid burnout and build skills that last. Tap a stage to see what it means for golf. (Ages are a general guide; every child develops at their own pace.)
Active Start
Play comes first. Running, jumping, throwing and balancing build the movement skills every sport depends on. In golf: fun target games, rolling and tossing balls, big soft swings – and loving being outdoors.
FUNdamentals
Movement skills become sport skills. Children learn basic golf technique through games – putting challenges, chipping targets and short swings – with lots of variety and plenty of success.
Learn to Train
Often described as the key window for learning sport skills. Juniors build a sound full swing, a reliable short game, the rules and etiquette, and start playing holes on the course.
Train to Train
Building the engine. More structured practice, physical conditioning suited to growing bodies, course management and the first steps into competitive golf.
Train to Compete
Refining technique under pressure: tournament preparation, shot shaping, specialty shots and a strong mental game.
Train to Win
For the most committed players – performance at the highest level the golfer chooses to pursue.
Active for Life
The real goal: a healthy, sociable game your child can enjoy for the rest of their life – golf is a sport you can play with your grandparents and your grandchildren.
Range, short game & real golf
Range work
Grip, posture, balance and a full swing that’s built to last – with video so juniors can see their progress.
Short game practice
Putting, chipping, pitching and bunker play – where most shots are saved and most of the fun happens.
Playing on the course
Real holes at Kimiad: etiquette, rules, keeping score and making smart decisions.
Etiquette & honesty
Golf asks players to call their own penalties and respect others – values that carry into school and life.
Focus & resilience
Learning to reset after a bad shot is a skill. Routines and goal-setting are part of the game.
Friends & fun
Small groups of four or fewer mean plenty of attention – and teammates to share the journey with.
Simple, affordable pricing
Assessment lesson
Where every new junior starts. Brian evaluates your child and explains the plan.
Book assessmentOne-on-one lessons
Four individual lessons before joining groups – or continue individually if you prefer.
Junior academy groups
No more than four students per group, as part of the junior academy structure.
Kids of all ages
Everything parents ask us
Questions not answered here? WhatsApp Brian – he’s happy to chat before you book.
How do we get started?
Book an assessment lesson. It lets your child get a feel for the instruction process and lets Brian evaluate them. From there, the plan is four individual lessons before joining group lessons.
How big are the groups?
No more than four students per group, so every junior gets real attention.
What does it cost?
Individual junior lessons are R250 per hour and group lessons are R350 per hour.
Can my child stay in individual lessons?
Yes – students can continue with individual instruction instead of joining groups.
What is “long-term athletic development”?
A framework that matches training to a child’s stage of growth – fun and movement skills first, then technique, then competition. It keeps kids enjoying the game and helps them build skills that last. See the stages ↑
Does my child need their own clubs?
Not to start. Mention it when you book the assessment and Brian will advise on clubs that suit your child’s height and strength when the time comes.
What should they bring?
- Comfortable clothes and closed shoes (golf shoes or sneakers)
- A cap or hat and sunscreen
- A water bottle
- Clubs, if they have them
Can juniors play competitively?
Yes. Entry to junior foundation golf is facilitated through the academy when a junior is ready.
Can I send my child’s swing for online analysis?
Yes – a parent can film the swing and submit it through the Swing Lab using their own details. It’s a great way to keep progress going between lessons.