Nike Advanced Junior Golf Camp, Pinewild Country Club of Pinehurst
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Nike Junior Golf Camps
Gus Ulrich, PGA, and the experienced Pinewild Golf Academy staff invite high school/tournament-level players to an incredible junior golf camp experience in Pinehurst, NC, one of the most popular golf destinations in the world!
At Nike Advanced Junior Golf Camps the atmosphere is competitive and the focus is placed squarely on improvement. All aspects of golf, both mental and physical, are addressed. All aspects of competitive play are addressed throughout the week, both on and off the course. Video analysis is provided and the mental game, tournament preperation and college golf are covered throughout the week. Our collection of venues is superb and we have arguably the best group of school directors in junior golf today.
For beginner-intermediate level players, we also offer an all abilities camp at Pinewild CC. For more information, please visit Nike Junior Golf Camps, Pinewild Country Club of Pinehurst.
Highlights Include
- Instruction from nationally recognized teaching professionals
- Daily course play with focus on improving all aspects of competitive play
- Small group instruction with low student/teacher ratio
- Discussions on tournament preparation, club-fitting, practice routines, opportunities for college golf
- Video swing analysis for each camper
- Camper amenity package including a Nike hat, drawstring bag, one dozen SRIXON golf balls, camp workbook and graduation certificate
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Gus Ulrich
PGA Professional and former Nationwide Tour player, Gus Ulrich, is one of the most respected players and teachers in the Carolinas PGA section. Gus won the 2011 Carolinas PGA Section Championship at Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s 7,346-yard Ocean Course which qualified him for the National PGA Club Pro Championship.
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Co-Director Kyle Kirk
Kyle Kirk was born and raised in Central Ohio, where his neighbor who was playing partners with the famous Denny Shute introduced him to the game at the early age of five. The love for the game grew where he competed in High School and College, ultimately turning professional in 2001.
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Camp Details
Nike Advanced Junior Golf Camps are golf-intensive and create the ideal environment for the advanced player ready to take their game to the next level. This program is designed for boys and girls between the ages of 12 and 18. Camp discussions provide the aspiring junior golfer the opportunity to receive information about tournament preparation and college golf recruitment and success. These camps offer training and real competition scenarios that develop every part of your game. During the week, campers work on short game, putting, approach shots, course management, and will test their new skills in weekly competitions and 18-hole tournaments. Campers will hear first hand accounts of how members of our staff established themselves throughout various stages of their development. The importance of goal setting, time management, and hard work will be stressed as these are key elements to attaining success in golf and life.
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
2023 OVERVIEW
- Dates: June 18-22
- Age Group: 12-18
- Gender: Co-ed
- Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day & Full Day options
- Schedule:
- Overnight: Sunday - Thursday
- Extended Day: Sunday - Thursday
- Sunday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
- Monday - Wednesday: 9:00am - 9:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am - 1:30pm
- Full Day: Sunday - Thursday
- Sunday: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
- Monday - Wednesday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am - 1:30pm
- During the week, Day and Extended Day campers arrive around 9:00am. Day campers will depart around 4:00pm and Extended Day campers will depart around 9:00pm. Extended Day campers will be picked up at Homewood Suites each day. A complete schedule will be given out during check-in.
- Check-In: Registration for all campers occurs on Sunday at the clubhouse at Pinewild Country Club at 1:00pm. Following registration, all campers will participate in golf activities and have dinner. Day campers can be picked up at 6:00pm. Extended day campers in the advanced camp can be picked up at Homewood Suites at 9:00pm.
- Check-out: Camp departure occurs between 12:00-1:30pm on Thursday for all campers. Please arrange to have your child picked up during this window.
- Meals: Overnight campers will receive all meals during camp (breakfast, lunch, dinner). The Extended Day program includes everything except breakfast. The Day program runs from 9:00am - 4:00pm and includes lunch each day.
- Program: The All Abilities program is designed to improve the fundamental skills needed for golf; putting, chipping/pitching, full-swing and course etiquette. Upon arrival, all participants will be evaluated by the instructors and placed into groups based on age and ability level.
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Daily instruction and course play.
- Meals: Overnight campers will receive all meals during camp (breakfast, lunch, dinner). The Extended Day program includes everything except breakfast. The Day program runs from 9:00am - 4:00pm and includes lunch each day.
- Supervision: Campers are under staff supervision at all times as staff members live in adjacent rooms to overnight campers. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.
- Camper Amenity Package: Campers will receive an amenity package including a Nike hat, drawstring bag, SRIXON golf balls, camp workbook, and graduation certificate.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:6 staff-to-camper ratio.
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own golf clubs, glove, golf balls, and tees.
- Facilities: Pinewild Country Club
- Medical Protocol: Camp will have on-site staff to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
- Housing:
- Hotel: Homewood Suites by Hilton
- Campers Per Room: Campers stay in four-person suites at Homewood Suites and are assigned by age, gender and roommate requests.
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be received no later than 14 days before the start of camp. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
- Linens: All linens are provided.
- Air Conditioning: Rooms are air-conditioned.
- Spending Money: We recommend that each overnight camper bring $50-75 per week of spending money to cover incidentals like snacks, souvenirs and other activities. Please bring cash in a marked envelope for your child.
*Campers are under staff supervision at all times as staff members live in adjacent rooms to overnight campers.
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING
US Sports Camps, Homewood Suites and Pinewild CC are NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money. Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment and personal items. We recommend that you do not send unnecessary items, which can get lost. Camper bags may be inspected upon check in or at any time during camp to ensure no drugs, alcohol or other improper substances are brought to camp.
- Golf clubs
- Golf Balls/tees/glove
- Golf shoes or tennis/athletic shoes
- Athletic clothing (t-shirts, shorts)
- 5-6 collared shirts (recommended)
- 4-6 golf appropriate shorts/pants
- 6-8 pairs of socks
- Casual clothes
- Swimsuit and towel
- Sweatshirt/warm up jacket and pants
- Raingear and/or umbrella
- Toilet/personal items
- Insect repellent
- Laundry bag
- Water bottle*
- Sunscreen**
- Hat/visor (Campers receive Nike hat with amenity package)
- Snacks (optional)
- Linens, blankets, towels, and pillow
- COVID PPE (as required by state/local guidelines)
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
TRANSPORTATION
Nike Junior Golf Camps does not provide ground transportation from airports, train stations or bus stations. Parents/guardians are fully responsible for getting campers to and from camp check-in/out. If you have a child flying to camp, please visit the Raleigh/Durham International website for information on ground service to and from Pinewild Country Club.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE JUNIOR GOLF CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our golf camps please see our FAQ page.
This camp is open to any and all entrants (limited only by number, age, grade level, and/or gender).
Show Less See More Camp DetailsOvernight Accommodations
This program will be offered as both an Extended Day, Full Day Camp and an Overnight program this summer. Families of Overnight, Extended Day, and Day campers are welcome to book accommodations wherever they choose, but Homewood Suites is holding a block of rooms for Nike campers at a discounted rate! See below for details...
- Two Bed Suite: $189/night
- One Bed Suite: $119/night
*To book please call Homewood Suites and mention the Nike Junior Golf Camp, (910)-255-0300
Family Golf
*If your family is looking to play golf outside of the camp, Coach Gus has been kind enough to offer support booking tee times. For special golf rates and help with securing tee times at Pinewild Country Club & other Pinehurst area courses, please email us at [email protected]
Homewood Suites
250 Central Park Ave, Pinehurst, NC 28374
Pinewild Country Club
85 Glasgow Drive, Pinehurst, NC 28374
*Campers will stay at Homewood Suites (1-910-255-0300). The day-time numbers at Pinewild Golf Course are (800) 523-1499 or (910) 235-9191. Leave message and a camper will get back to you.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Please note: Camp schedules may be subject to change.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:00am Wake-up, breakfast
- 8:00am Daily discussion at practice facility and skills demonstrations from staff covering each facet of the game
- 8:30-11:30am Instruction - station rotation, putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play and the full swing
- Noon Lunch, relaxation
- 1:00-5:30pm Course play with staff. Tournament setting with focus on improving all aspects of competitive play
- 6:00pm Dinner, free-time, relaxation
- 7:30-9:30pm Evening session – discussions on tournament preparation, club-fitting, practice routines, opportunities for college golf, mental toughness, fitness and nutrition
- 10:00pm Lights out
Pinewild Country Club
Pinewild Country Club of Pinehurst boasts forty eight holes of golf, four Har-Tru tennis courts, and a gracious swimming complex. The two championship golf courses, namely the Magnolia and the Holly are both stunning, and challenging to golfers of all skill levels.
The Magnolia, a 'traditional masterpiece', was designed by Gene Hamm, and has played host to the PGA Tour Qualifying School, the LPGA’s Pinewild Championship in 1995, as well US Open Qualifying.
The Holly, a Gary Player Signature Course, is fast becoming an area favorite, due to its panoramic beauty, 'risk reward' layout, and some of the best greens in the Sandhills. The Holly has played host to many USGA Qualifying events, as well as Carolinas PGA Championships. Whatever your choice of course, you are sure to enjoy the Bermuda grass blanketing the fairways, and velvet bent grass greens.
The Azalea course is a nine-hole par 3 course, which includes some of the more scenic holes on property. The remaining holes consist of three practice holes, which make up part of the world-class practice facility. Included in the practice facility are two large putting greens, a chipping green, a short-game complex and a magnificent range with greenside and fairway bunkers.
Camp Reviews
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In the car on the way home he said it was the most fun he has ever had.
He is so pumped that his swing got better. Loved Gus's style and loved all the different activities. Every day he said the camp was amazing. In the car on the way home he said it was the most fun he has ever had.
— Anonymous
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enjoyed improving his game
Boone enjoyed improving his game in only a few days, meeting new friends and he learned new drills that will help him after he comes home and practices on his own.
— David G. Parent
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Every day was lots of work, but very rewarding and fun.
This camp focused on improving all aspects of the golf game while making lifelong friends along the way. Short game was the biggest problem coming in to the camp, and also the area the most improvement came out of. Every day was lots of work, but very rewarding and fun.
— Jay R. Parent
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Timmy had the BEST time at camp
Timmy had the BEST time at camp. When I picked him up, the first thing he said was "I can't wait to go back next year" and started texting his other golf friends about how great the camp was so they can join him next time. The instruction was fantastic, it was well run and very organized. The kids all had so much fun!
— Marisa K. Parent
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Great Experience!
"Cooper had such a great experience both on the course and off. He said he didn't want to leave!"
— Amy D. Parent
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So Much Fun
My son Mohit had a great fun at the camp and said that it was so much fun
— James R. Parent
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Love the Coaches
"The camp allowed me time to focus on small things that need attention - I always learn something new to try and I love the coaches and staff helping me become a better golfer. See you again next year!"
— Aaron H. Junior Advanced Camper
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Experience was Greatly Beneficial
"Mr. Ulrich and his staff were professional, very knowledgeable and could teach kids in a positive, fun way. Even though the camp was super golf-oriented, they helped us to enjoy the sport even while practicing. The learning experience was greatly beneficial."
— Viera R. Junior Advanced Camper
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Truly Helped me Become a Better Golfer
"The advanced camp truly helped me become a better golfer and competitor. The coaches spent all their efforts getting us to understand the techniques and strategy while keeping a level attitude. The mental aspect was stressed everyday and I am glad they did it."
— Samantha S. Junior Advanced Camper
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"Luanne Cherney was outstanding and Ashley will attend her next NIKE Camp. Please ask her to come back. Luanne was the best instructor my daughter has ever worked with."
— Annie F. Parent
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Great Time at Camp
"I had a great time at camp and learned a lot from the instructors. I would go again."
— Adam C. Overnight Camper
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Camp Exceeded my Expectations!
"This camp exceeded my expectations on all levels. It was a pleasure having the opportunity to work with Gus and his staff. Thanks again for helping me add 30 yards off the tee!"
— Chad N. Camper
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Wonderful
"My son had a wonderful time at the camp. I look forward to sending him again!"
— Nick S. Parent
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Your camp was a homerun!
"I just wanted to reach out and thank you for the incredible week that our son just had at your golf camp. Dylan has not stopped talking about how helpful your coaching was, or about how much he enjoyed the entire overnight camp experience. In a world full of activities, constantly competing for the resources of parents of teens, it’s nice to feel like every once in a while, you hit a homerun for your son. Your camp was a homerun!"
— Arthur G. Parent
SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.