USA JUNIOR NATIONAL TEAM

Structured Team Coaching for Ages 8-18

This is an elite program that is for perspective tournament players looking to play high school and/or college golf. We use the game of golf to develop your junior golfer physically, mentally and personally. Youth golfers receive access to industry-leading training facilities and instruction from Jake Thurm, one of America’s top teachers and short game specialist, alongside Doctor of Physical Therapy, Jeremy H. Smith, PT, DPT, OCS.

Dozens of our students have become nationally and internationally-ranked junior golfers.

This program is for junior golfers ages 8 to 18 and is held year around. If your golfer is interested in playing high school or college golf, this program will prepare them for team placement.

“Our relationship with Jake Thurm has been one of the most impactful influences on my child’s development as a golfer. His holistic approach gave me complete confidence in entrusting my son to his care, and Jake embraced that responsibility as if he were part of our family. His expertise in both the golf swing and the game itself is unmatched. More than just a teacher, Jake is a coach and a mentor. He builds meaningful, personal relationships with his players—ones grounded in trust, communication, and mutual respect. If you’re serious about golf, Jake Thurm will help you reach your full potential.”

— Parents of Griffin Pohl, current Student-Athlete at Illinois Wesleyan University

USA Junior Team: Alumni Success Spotlight

Griffin Pohl – Illinois Wesleyan University Men's Golf Team

Griffin is one of Jake Thurm’s Elite Level USA Junior National Golf Team Members. He plays for Illinois Wesleyan University where he has earned College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Golfer of the Week 3 times in one year.
Robert Politza – Valparaiso Men's Golf Team

Started with Jake Thurm in camps at the age of 9 and went through all 5 levels of the USA Junior Golf Program.
Jack Berry – Babson College

One of the standout moments in Jack’s career came with his first collegiate victory, winning by six strokes in a field of over 100 players that included many of the top Northeast Division III programs. The victory is a testament to years of hard work and dedication, dating back to his days with USA Juniors.

Four program level options – each designed to fit your junior Golfer’s goals

LEVEL 1: PAR

2 group practices each week
$500/month

LEVEL 2: BIRDIE

2 group practices each week
2 private lessons with Jake Thurm each month
Unlimited access to the online V1 Branded Golf Academy
$750/month

LEVEL 3: EAGLE

2 group practices each week
2 private lessons with Jake Thurm each month
2 personal training sessions with Dr. Jeremy Smith each month
Unlimited access to the online V1 Branded Golf Academy
$900/month

LEVEL 4: ALBATROSS

2 group practices each week
4 private lessons with Jake Thurm each month
4 personal training sessions with Dr. Jeremy Smith each month
Unlimited access to the online V1 Branded Golf Academy
$1,200/month

Our Juniors Train Year-Around

Links & Tees Golf Facility

900 W. Lake St.

Addison, Illinois 60101

Outdoors: May 1 - October 31

Indoors at the Dome: November 1 - April 30

“Ball Speed is the biggest determinant of potential and a college scholarship ”

— Jake Thurm

Ready to get your junior Golfer started in our program?

Nike Summer Golf Camp

Join us next summer for Nike Golf Camp at Links & Tees, Directed by Jake Thurm!

Nike and Jake Thurm have partnered to offer your youth golfer exclusive access to this week-long, Tour-level experience. Jake Thurm and his team will introduce your junior to the fundamentals of the game, proper etiquette, and help simplify the game of golf regardless of skill level. Program is designed for boys and girls ages 7 to 17 and includes a low student/teacher ratio for maximum learning.

Our Nike Golf Camps will be held at:
Links & Tees Golf Facility
900 W. Lake St., Addison, Illinois 60101

Full-day and half-day options available.

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