Florida Gators

Gator Golf Camp is an intensive instructional camp designed to meet the needs of junior golfers of all abilities. An outstanding curriculum of practice, play and fun is planned. Campers will participate in different kinds of competition according to skill level and age with each camper completing rotations covering every phase of the game. We have brought together a great staff of golf coaches, PGA professionals, and University of Florida golf team members to guide the campers on their way to better golf. In addition to play and golf instruction, campers participate in intramurals, and other recreational/extracurricular activities. The camp concludes with a camp championship to test the campers learning experience. We are sure Gator Golf Camp will provide outstanding instruction in a serious, but fun learning environment. Our golf camps are run 100% by our Head and Assistant Coach who will be on site during the camp.

Dates & Fees

 June 24-28 FEES: Overnight Camper: $1,850.00 (After April 22, 2024)
 No day camper options available this year

Teaching Staff

• JC Deacon, Men's Head Golf Coach
• Dudley Hart, Men's Assistant Golf Coach
• Collegiate coaches, team members, collegiate student athletes, club professional’s

Curriculum

Campers will receive instruction in the following areas:

• Swing instruction
• Drills
• Short game
• Putting
• Video Review

In addition to the more technical aspects of the game, the Gator Golf Camp will also extensively cover the following:

• Proper Practice Routines
• Tournament Preparation
• Course Management
• Rules
• Mental Training Techniques
• Equipment

Daytime activities include playing golf and instruction, while the evenings offer a variety of entertaining and informative seminars, including a closer look at the mental side of golf. Aspects such as visualization, self-talk, tension, anxiety, and self-doubt will be discussed. Another interesting feature will be our Player/Coaches Panel. This is a forum where we will discuss all aspects of collegiate golf. Areas covered will include academic requirements, scholarship considerations, tournaments, and the recruiting process.

Eligibility

Gator Golf Camp is open to any and all boys between the ages of 13 and 18. UAA policy allows participation in overnight/resident camps only for campers 13 years old or above.

Lodging

All campers will be housed in a fully air-conditioned dormitory on the University of Florida campus or local hotel. If you have a roommate preference, be sure to write the name on your enrollment application as roommate assignments WILL BE MADE PRIOR TO REGISTRATION. If you do not request a specific roommate, you will be assigned one of the same age/grades. Campers are under constant supervision as instructors live with them in the dormitory or hotel while they are at camp. No loud music or televisions are allowed in the rooms.

Questions & Enrollment Limits

Contact Dudley Hart at (352) 692-6150 or email at DudleyH@gators.ufl.edu

Camp is limited to 50 participants.

Registration Procedures

Registrations must be completed online. A deposit of $200.00 will secure your spot and the remainder of the balance, if any, will be due by April 30, 2024. All registrations after April 29 must be paid in full. Once registration is complete, you will receive a confirmation email detailing your payment and other camp specifics. A final, detailed letter will be e-mailed about 3 weeks prior to camp. Registration will take place from 10:00 – 11:00 AM at the designated dorm on the University of Florida campus or a local hotel. PLEASE BRING A $100 REFUNDABLE KEY DEPOSIT AND DO NOT BRING GOLF CLUBS INTO DORM/HOTEL. Camp will end with the awards presentation at the Mark Bostick Golf Course at approximately 2:00 pm on Friday, June 28. We invite all parents to attend the awards presentations.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

A $75 non-refundable deposit is required. Withdrawal from camp on or after April 30 will result in forfeiture of a minimum fee of $200. Withdrawals on or after June 1 will result in a fee of $1000 due to costs associated with camp preparations. Withdrawal due to illness/injury will result in full refund less a $75 administrative fee and must be requested in writing with a physician’s note prior to the commencement of camp. Any additional requests for refund due to unforeseen extenuating circumstances must be reviewed and approved by our Compliance Department. ALL WITHDRAWALS MUST BE APPROVED BY THE CAMP DIRECTOR AND COMPLIANCE. No refunds on or after June 24

Insurance

The camp carries an EXCESS medical insurance policy to cover medical expenses for injuries/accidents that occur in the course of camp activities. Medical expenses that are declined for payment through the camper’s personal insurance and/or through the excess policy become the personal responsibility of the camper’s parents/guardians.

What to Bring

• Spikeless golf shoes (Mark Bostick Golf Course is a soft-spike only facility)
• Golf clubs, proper golfing attire, shorts, pants, shirts (T-shirts allowed)
• Toiletries articles (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant and towels)
• Dorm Supplies (pillows, extra long twin sheets, blanket/comforter or sleeping bag)
• $100 Refundable Key Deposit (please bring a check made payable to UAA, INC. that will be returned/destroyed after receipt of dorm key)
• Alarm clock
• Spending money ($50.00 should be sufficient)
• Swimsuit and casual clothes (jeans, shorts for free time)