Fundamentals & on-course play
Full-swing, short game, and putting — then take it to the course with supervised play.
Summer 2026
2026 registration is closed
Cougar Golf Academy
Learn. Play. Grow.
A summer middle school golf camp at Boulder Creek Golf Club, taught by PGA pros and former D1 college players. Explore the 2026 program below.
2026 program · $450 for the week
Get notified about the next academy
Sign up to hear when the next Cougar Golf Academy opens — later this year or next summer.
What we offer
Middle school golf camp for 5th–8th graders
Small-group instruction
Under 20 campers so every player gets meaningful coaching time.
Confidence on and off the course
PGA pros and former D1 players build skills, sportsmanship, and love for the game.
Meet your instructors
PGA pros and former D1 college players
Jerry Thormann
PGA Hall of Fame
Professional
PGA of America Hall of Fame inductee (2023) with 50+ years of membership. Northern California PGA Player and Professional of the Year and Horton Smith Award recipient. Head golf professional at respected Bay Area courses including Sunol Valley, Valley, Valley Gardens, and Sunken Gardens.
Phil D'Andrea
Level 2 PGA
Instructor
Dedicated instructor with 12+ years in the golf industry and a Level 2 PGA credential. Collegiate golfer for Cabrillo College and four years coaching San Lorenzo Valley High School varsity golf — including two years as head coach of the Cougars.
Tai Kinney
Former D1
Collegiate Golfer
Former Division I golfer at the University of Minnesota and San Jose State, Tai brings a lifetime of competitive golf experience and a passion for developing the next generation of players. A top junior golfer on the West Coast, she won the Oregon High School Golf Championship and numerous regional and national tournaments. Her coaching philosophy focuses on building golfers for life — developing skills, confidence, character, and a lifelong love of the game through play and experience.
Isaac Weintraub
Touring Professional
& Youth Golf Mentor
Touring professional with 20+ years in competitive golf and youth mentorship. Isaac competed on the Canadian Tour, European Challenge Tour, and in PGA Tour events, and has worked at Pasatiempo, Los Angeles Country Club, Augusta National, and Seascape Golf Club. He champions junior golf through the Santa Cruz Junior Golf Association and the Pogonip Project, helping players trust their ability and enjoy the game.
Camp schedule
Monday, June 29 – Thursday, July 2 · $450 for the week · Under 20 campers
Summer 2026
Monday, June 29 – Thursday, July 2
Location
Boulder Creek Golf Club
Instruction
PGA pros & D1 alumni
Week at a glance
Sample daily flow · times and activities may adjust with weather and group size
| Time | Mon Jun 29 How to play the course | Tue Jun 30 Scoring around the greens & driving / full shots | Wed Jul 1 Bunkers & full fairway shots | Thu Jul 2 Course management & competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | Check-in at Boulder Creek Golf Club | Check-in | Check-in | Check-in |
| 10:00 AM | Group warm-up · grip, stance & full swing | Group warm-up · driving & full swing | Group warm-up · bunker play | Group warm-up · smart golf & course management |
| 11:00 AM | On-course skills — Cubs & Cougars play short holes to assess level | Short-game stations & full-swing practice | Sand play & fairway shots — lie assessment and shot selection | On-course skills — short game vs full-shot stations |
| 12:00 PM | On-course skills (continued) | Short-game & full-swing practice (continued) | Sand play & fairway shots (continued) | On-course skills (continued) |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch from the clubhouse | Lunch from the clubhouse | Lunch from the clubhouse | Lunch from the clubhouse |
| 2:00 PM | Afternoon round (~6 holes) with coaches on course | Afternoon round (~6 holes) — Cubs & Cougars by skill level | Afternoon round (~6 holes) with on-course coaching | Cubs & Cougars friendly competition on course |
| 3:00 PM | Day review & parent pick-up | Day review & parent pick-up | Day review & parent pick-up | Week wrap-up & parent pick-up |
About the Boulder Creek Golf Course
Boulder Creek Golf Course is a perfect place for your cubs to become cougars. It's 1,862 yards, par 31 — so players of any skill can dial in their game in the scoring zone.
Established in 1961, Boulder Creek Golf Club began as a nine-hole course designed by renowned course architect Jack Fleming, tucked into towering redwoods, sparkling lakes, and an upscale planned community. In 1966, the second nine opened, completing the full 18-hole layout.
After the 2020 fires, the course underwent major reconstruction. Today, Boulder Creek is a revitalized nine-hole golf experience, complemented by a full 18-hole disc golf course and a beautifully remodeled clubhouse.
Come unwind in the Santa Cruz Mountains, where every round feels like a reset. Fresh air, quiet fairways, and the calm of the redwoods create a relaxing escape, with onsite amenities that make it easy to stay awhile.
Lunch menu
Provided daily at camp · subject to change
- Monday Hot dogs or pizza
- Tuesday Tacos or pizza
- Wednesday PB&J or pizza
- Thursday Cheeseburger or pizza
Cougars should bring snacks if they eat more than the average bear.
What to bring
Pack these each camp day:
Golf clubs
Along with glove, balls, and tees. Need loaner clubs? Email events@bouldercreekgolf.com.
Water bottle
Hydration stations on-site.
Sunscreen
Camp is outdoors all day.
Snacks
Extra snacks outside of provided lunch.
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