Youth On Course

Born in 2006 out of the Northern California Golf Association, Youth on Course began as the NCGA Foundation – a way to increase the accessibility and affordability of golf for Northern California youth. Within five years, the program was thriving and we expanded opportunities for our members to include a caddie program, paid high school internships and college scholarships.

It quickly became apparent that there was a huge demand for what we were doing outside of Northern California. The NCGA Foundation was re-imagined as a nationwide initiative to grow the game, and the name Youth on Course was born to establish a national identity. Youth on Course operates as a separate 501(c)3 that partners with state and regional golf associations across the country.

To date, we have expanded Youth on Course to 38 regions, subsidized more than 975,000 rounds of golf, hired more than 200 interns and 735 caddies, and award $250,000+ in scholarships annually

Do I have to take a curriculum?

Yes. After joining for the first time you will need to complete the online curriculum to activate your membership number. You will get the link via email to the online curriculum after joining, and it takes about 15 minutes to complete.

What age do I have to be to participate in Youth on Course?

You must be at least 6 years old to join. You can stay a part of Youth on Course until your 19th birthday.

Do I need take the curriculum before or after I pay for my membership?

When you pay you will receive an email prompting you to take the curriculum, so pay first.

What do I do with my membership number?

Having an active membership number means that you paid for the year and are able to use your membership. Your number can also be used to establish a handicap to use to track your progress. The World Handicap System helps make the game of golf more enjoyable by allowing golfers of differing abilities to compete on an equitable basis.

When will I get my membership number?

After you sign-up, you will receive an email with your number and a link to complete the online curriculum. It will take up to 24 hours before your Youth on Course membership will be active and allow you to create an account in the app and book a round to play.

If you already have a handicap number from another club be sure to sign up with that number to avoid being assigned a new one.

How do I play golf for $5 or less?

After joining, you will get an email with a digital membership card with your unique membership number on it.
• Go on to www.youthoncourse.org/play/ & find the course to see conditions for YOC play
• Call the facility to book your tee time.
• Bring your membership number to the course during the designated Youth on Course times and you will play for $5 or less.

How long does my membership last?

Your Golf Ontario/Golf Canada Golf membership (that includes Youth on Course) lasts for one year (12 months) from the time you signed up.

I’m traveling. Can I use my membership in a different province or in the US?

Absolutely! Youth on Course is currently available in Alberta and Ontario as well as across the United States. If there are participating courses in an area you are visiting, you are welcome to use your membership there regardless of where you live.

How much does a Youth on Course membership cost?

You must join Golf Ontario/Golf Canada as a gold member to become a Youth on Course member. The cost of this membership is $59.95 and gets you access to unlimited $5 greens fees at participating courses during select times.