Junior Golf Programs & Lessons in MN | River Oaks Golf Course

Junior Leagues & Lessons

Junior Programs at River Oaks Municipal Golf Course

River Oaks offers a variety of junior golf programs designed to introduce young golfers to the game, develop skills, and build confidence on and off the course. Our mission is to teach swing fundamentals, golf etiquette, and the traditions of the game while providing age- and ability-appropriate instruction.

2026 Junior Golf Opportunities Include

Try It Golf Clinics: Introductory sessions for juniors new to the game, focusing on swing fundamentals and practice drills.

4-Day Golf Camps: Age and skill level group instruction covering swing mechanics, course rules, and on-course strategies.

Short Game Specialty: Small-group instruction for golfers of all skill levels, focusing on essential short-game skills.

High School Prep Clinics: Designed for golfers ages 13–18, our High School Prep Clinics focus on fundamentals, course strategy, and techniques for competitive school golf.

Junior Morning League: Weekday league play for more experienced junior golfers seeking structured competition and on-course improvement.

Registration will begin online on Jan. 15th, 2026 – sign up early, as most programs fill up quickly.

Try It Golf

River Oaks Junior “Try It Golf” is a fun way to introduce your child to the great game of golf. Topics include putting, short game, and full swing. Our instructors have designed a plan for maximum participation and practice. Clubs are included (if needed).

Fridays | 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. or 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Junior, Ages 5-9

Individual Sessions in June:

June 5th - Putting
June 12th - Chipping/Pitching
June 19th - Full Swing (Irons)
June 26th - Full Swing (All Clubs)

Individual Sessions in July:

July 10th - Putting
July 17th - Chipping/Pitching
July 24th - Full Swing (Irons)
July 31st - Full Swing (All Clubs)

Limit to 12 golfers per session (5:1 ratio)

$30 a player per individual session - Includes; Chicken tender basket, drink, and a sleeve of balls after each lesson.

River Oaks Junior Camps

Beginner to Intermediate Junior Golfers: Ages 8 - 14

During our 4-day camps, players will learn the FUNdamentals of the golf swing, basic rules, and course etiquette within a fun camp setting. Each session will include group clinics, station work to practice skills, and several rule and course etiquette topics will be covered. Instruction will be guided by River Oaks professional golf staff, as well as local collegiate and high school athletes.

Tuesday - Friday | 9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m.

Camp 1: June 23rd-26th
Camp 2: July 7th-10th
Camp 3: July 21st-24th
Camp 4: August 4th-7th

Camp Details:

Each 4-day camp develops juniors’ full swing, short game, rules, etiquette, and teamwork through a blend of instruction, games, and on-course experience.
$215 per golfer - Includes; 4 days of instruction per week, range balls, River Oaks merchandise, prizes, and a lunch party on the last day.)
Limit to 16 golfers per camp.
Participants will be broken down by age and/or ability during each camp, unless requested to be paired up.

Short Game Specialty

Our Targeted Short Game Specialty Clinics are designed for all age groups; beginner - advanced junior and adult golfers looking to sharpen their skills in a focused, small-group environment. Each weekly session builds a different area of the game, giving golfers a complete short-game foundation.

Wednesdays | 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Aug. 3:45-4:45 p.m. - adjusted for sunset)

Session 1: April 8th - 29th
Session 2: May 6th - 27th
Session 3: June 3rd - 24th
Session 4: July 1st - 22nd
Session 5 (3:45-4:45): August 5th - 26th

Clinic Details:

Week 1 — Putting Fundamentals
Week 2 — Chipping & Pitching
Week 3 — Bunker Play
Week 4 — Wedge Distance Control

10-12 Golfers per session.
Sleeve of golf balls & 1 drink token after last session.
$150 for all 4 weeks.

River Oaks Municipal – Morning Junior League

The perfect way for young golfers to learn, compete, and make new friends at River Oaks Municipal!

Boys and girls ages 8–16 are invited to join us for a fun and engaging summer golf league! Playing on the back 9, participants enjoy age-appropriate games, weekly prizes, and breakfast after each round; while given the chance to practice skills in a friendly and structured environment.

Tuesday or Thursday Mornings | June 18th - August 13th (8 weeks of play, no play on June 30th or July 2nd)

Players will choose a standing tee time between 6:45 - 7:45a.m.

League Details:

Fees: $212 – Includes weekly green fees, River Oaks swag, breakfast after each round, and prizes.

Maximum Players: 32 per day
Players are grouped by age (Tier 1: 8–12 & Tier 2: 13–16)
Golfers may play a mix of holes each week
Sign up as a single, pair, or group of 4
Please note; Golfers must know basic etiquette and rules, with minimal supervision on course. This is not an introduction league and has no instruction feature.
If a player is unable to make one of their rounds, we will issue them a rain check. All cancellations will be issued as a rain check; this policy also applies when inclement weather affects playability.

Online registration begins Jan 15th

* Once each league is full a waitlist will be created, and golfers will be invited in the order of waitlist registration.

High School Prep Clinics

Our High School Prep Clinics are designed for golfers ages 13-18 who are preparing for school teams. This four-week program focuses on building the skills and confidence needed for competitive play, through instruction focused on the fundamentals, strategies, and techniques of golf.

Wednesdays | 7:00p.m. - 8:15p.m. (Aug. 5:15p.m. - 6:30p.m. - Adjusted for sunset)

Session Schedules:

Session 1: May 6th-27th
Session 2: June 3rd-24th
Session 3: July 1st-22nd
Session 4 (5:15 - 6:30p.m.): August 5th-26th

Clinic Details:

$150 per session ( 3 weeks of instruction + last day on-course play )
15-20 golfers per session
Focus: Full Swing, Short Game, Competitive Mindset, Course Management and Rules
Includes Golf hat and shirt