ADVANCED JUNIOR GOLF COACHING FOR DEVELOPING PLAYERS

Junior Development Squad Golf Coaching in Fraserburgh

A focused five-session coaching programme for junior golfers who already enjoy playing the game and are ready to develop their skills, decision-making, confidence and competitive experience.

AUTUMN PLACES + WINTER WAITING LIST

Book a final Autumn place or plan ahead for Winter

Check the live Autumn availability below. If the remaining place does not suit, join the waiting list for priority access to the Winter Development Squad before general booking.

Tuesday 4:45pm to 6:15pm
90 mins Focused group coaching
5 sessions 7.5 hours of coaching
PGA coached Led by Liam Waldron
Junior golfer hitting a tee shot during Development Squad coaching at Dunes Golf Centre in Fraserburgh
Train. Compete. Progress.
LIVE DEVELOPMENT SQUAD AVAILABILITY

Final Autumn Development Squad places

Book online if the class is showing availability. If it is full, or you are looking ahead to Winter, join the waiting list and we will let you know when a suitable place becomes available.

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LOOKING AHEAD TO WINTER

Winter Development Squad

The Winter Development Squad begins on Tuesday 17 November 2026 and runs for five consecutive Tuesday sessions from 4:45pm to 6:15pm.

SESSION 1 Tuesday 17 November 4:45pm to 6:15pm
SESSION 2 Tuesday 24 November 4:45pm to 6:15pm
SESSION 3 Tuesday 1 December 4:45pm to 6:15pm
SESSION 4 Tuesday 8 December 4:45pm to 6:15pm
SESSION 5 Tuesday 15 December 4:45pm to 6:15pm
PRIORITY PERIOD 1

Existing squad priority

Wednesday 21 October at 10am

Current Development Squad juniors can retain their place for the Winter Series.

PRIORITY PERIOD 2

Existing junior changes

Friday 23 October at 10am

Existing Dunes juniors can request a suitable move or progression, subject to coaching suitability and availability.

WAITING LIST PRIORITY

Waiting-list booking opens

Sunday 25 October at 10am

Suitable registered waiting-list families receive priority access before general booking.

GENERAL BOOKING

Remaining places released

Tuesday 27 October at 10am

Any suitable places still available are released generally, subject to availability.

WINTER BOOKING BEGINS WEDNESDAY 21 OCTOBER AT 10AM Current squad members receive first priority, followed by suitable families on the waiting list.
Interested in a Winter Development Squad place?

Join the waiting list now so we know your child is interested. Already on the waiting list? You do not need to register again.

FOR JUNIORS READY FOR THE NEXT STEP

More focused coaching for young golfers who want to improve

The Junior Development Squad is designed for motivated young golfers who already enjoy playing golf and want to keep progressing in a positive, challenging and enjoyable environment.

Led by PGA Professional Liam Waldron, the programme combines expert coaching, skill tests, friendly competition, course-management learning and individual feedback across every area of the game.

This is a progression group rather than a first introduction to golf. Juniors should already understand the basics and be ready to take part in more focused coaching and challenges.

Junior Development Squad golfers practising on the driving range at Dunes Golf Centre
WHO IS THE DEVELOPMENT SQUAD FOR?

For experienced juniors ready to practise, think and compete

Age is a guide, but playing experience, focus, maturity and motivation are equally important when deciding whether the squad is the right fit.

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Typically ages 13 to 17

The squad is primarily for teenage golfers who already have some experience and want to develop their game further.

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Younger juniors by invitation

A younger golfer may be invited if they have the golfing ability, focus and maturity to benefit from the older group.

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Some playing experience

Juniors should already understand the basics and be comfortable practising or playing golf beyond a first beginner lesson.

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Motivated to improve

The coaching suits players who enjoy a challenge, want useful feedback and are willing to practise what they learn.

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90-minute sessions

Longer sessions allow time for technical work, performance challenges, decision-making and practical golf situations.

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Supportive competition

Players learn to compete positively, support one another and use challenges as a way to become more confident golfers.

WHAT WILL THEY DEVELOP?

Building more complete, confident and independent golfers

Every session has a clear purpose and helps juniors connect better technique with smarter decisions and stronger performance on the course.

Full-swing performance

Improve strike, ball flight, distance control and the ability to choose and produce the shot required.

Short game and putting

Develop touch, start line, pace control and a wider selection of shots for scoring around the green.

Course management

Learn when to attack, when to play safely and how targets, hazards and conditions should influence each decision.

Practice with purpose

Use skill tests, games and personal improvement points to make practice more focused and measurable.

Competitive mindset

Experience pressure in a positive setting and learn how routines, focus and preparation support better performance.

Confidence and resilience

Respond constructively to mistakes, manage frustration and build the self-belief needed to keep progressing.

Junior golfer developing on-course skills during coaching at Dunes Golf Centre
COACHED BY LIAM WALDRON

Playing experience combined with professional coaching knowledge

Your child will be coached by PGA Professional Liam Waldron, who brings high-level playing experience and professional coaching knowledge to every session.

Liam represented Scotland as part of the Scotland Under-18 Squad, giving him first-hand experience of what it takes to develop as a young golfer.

Just as importantly, he understands how to make coaching engaging, competitive and enjoyable for juniors who are ready to progress.

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PGA Professional coaching

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Individual feedback and clear improvement points

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Skill tests, games and competitive challenges

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Coaching across the full game

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Positive, supportive and appropriately challenging environment

MORE THAN FIVE LESSONS

Extra value that supports improvement between sessions

Development Squad membership gives young golfers coaching, feedback and useful opportunities to work on their game throughout the programme.

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7.5 hours of PGA coaching

Five 90-minute sessions give Liam time to coach every area of the game and provide meaningful individual feedback.

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Short-game practice access

Squad members receive unlimited use of the short-game practice facility for the duration of the programme.

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25% off range balls

A range-ball discount throughout the course makes it easier for players to practise their personal improvement points.

PRACTICAL LEARNING

Developing golf skills that transfer to the course

Developing juniors need more than a good full swing. They need to learn how to score, control distance, choose sensible targets and adapt when a shot does not go to plan.

Sessions make use of the driving range, Toptracer technology, putting and short-game areas, skill tests and practical golf situations so players understand how their technique connects with performance.

Decision-making Choosing the right target and shot
Distance control Improving scoring from every range
Self-awareness Understanding personal strengths and priorities
Preparation Building routines that support performance
Resilience Responding well after a poor shot
Independence Learning to solve problems on the course
Junior Development Squad golfers practising putting at Dunes Golf Centre in Fraserburgh
THE DUNES JUNIOR GOLF PATHWAY

The progression group for juniors ready to take their golf further

The Development Squad is the third stage of the Dunes junior pathway, following Tiger Cubs and Tiger Golf. It gives more experienced young golfers a clear next step without losing the friendly, supportive environment that makes junior golf enjoyable.

Progression is based on more than age. Our coaches consider experience, focus, confidence, maturity and the level of challenge that will help each junior most.

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Tiger Cubs Typically ages 4 to 7
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Tiger Golf Typically ages 8 to 12
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Development Squad For developing junior golfers
QUESTIONS PARENTS OFTEN ASK

Development Squad FAQs

The key things to know before deciding whether this is the right next step for your child.

Is the Development Squad suitable for complete beginners?
The squad is intended for juniors who already have some golfing experience and understand the basics. Tiger Golf is normally the better starting point for a younger complete beginner. Please contact us if you are unsure which programme is most suitable.
Can a child younger than 13 join?
Yes, by invitation. We consider the player's golfing ability, focus, maturity and readiness to benefit from coaching alongside older juniors.
Who coaches the Development Squad?
The squad is led by PGA Professional Liam Waldron, who represented Scotland as part of the Scotland Under-18 Squad and understands the development pathway for young golfers.
When do the sessions take place?
Development Squad sessions take place on Tuesday evenings from 4:45pm to 6:15pm. Each block contains five 90-minute sessions.
What happens if my child misses a session?
Please let us know as soon as possible. Because there is only one Development Squad session each week, an alternative session cannot normally be offered.
Is the coaching very competitive?
The squad includes challenges and friendly competition, but the emphasis is on personal development. Players are encouraged to compete positively, learn from mistakes and support one another.
What are the Winter Series dates?
The five Winter sessions take place on Tuesday 17 November, Tuesday 24 November, Tuesday 1 December, Tuesday 8 December and Tuesday 15 December 2026.
How do I get priority for a future place?
Join the Junior Golf Waiting List. Suitable registered families receive priority access to available places before they are released for general booking. Joining the list does not guarantee that the squad will be the right coaching level, so Liam may contact you before a place is confirmed.
AUTUMN SPACE OR WINTER PRIORITY

Give your young golfer a clear next step

The Junior Development Squad at Dunes Golf Centre helps motivated young golfers improve their technique, decision-making, confidence and performance through focused PGA Professional coaching.

Check the live Autumn availability above. If the class is full, join the Junior Golf Waiting List for priority access to a suitable Winter place before general booking.

Already on the waiting list? You do not need to register again.

Need a bit of help? Dunes Golf Centre, Fraserburgh 01346 510693 info@dunesgolfcentre.co.uk