The annual junior golf camp, organized by Uganda’s AFRIYEA Golf Academy, is poised to commence on Monday, April 29th, 2024. Taking place against the picturesque backdrop of the Fort Portal tourism hub, the camp will be hosted at Toro Golf Club.
Catering to budding golf enthusiasts aged between 4 to 18 years, the junior golf camp welcomes juniors of all skill levels. The Junior Camp Program is an immersive one-month program developed to help juniors learn the skills, rules, and etiquette needed to play better golf. Juniors will learn the essential movement patterns and fundamentals of the game, such as putting, chipping, pitching, full swing, and club selection with on-course supervision and coaching, tournament strategy, game management, among others, offering a comprehensive program designed to nurture their abilities on the green.
Scheduled to run every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Toro Club in Fort Portal, offering a dynamic learning environment for aspiring golfers.
Isaiah Mwesige, CEO of AFRIYEA Golf Academy, emphasizes the camp’s mission to broaden access to the sport, particularly targeting holidaying children in rural areas. By providing a platform for discovering and nurturing hidden talents, the academy aims to democratize access to golf, fostering inclusivity and diversity within the sport.
“Golf is a game for all, and we are dedicated to making it accessible to children from diverse backgrounds,” states Mwesige, underscoring the academy’s commitment to promoting accessibility, inclusion, and diversity within the realm of golf.
This marks the fourth edition of the junior golf camp, each year presenting unique and enriching experiences for participants.
For newcomers to the AFRIYEA Golf Academy Junior Golf Camp in Uganda, it’s essential to note that this is a non-residential camp open to all children, whether new to golf or continuing their golfing journey.
