Junior Golf Development Programs

"Golf teaches you that persistence pays off."

The Wilds is dedicated to fostering the next generation of golfers with a well-rounded approach to junior development. Our programs are designed to create a fun, engaging, and supportive environment where young golfers can build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love for the game.

Alongside our established Wilds Junior Programs, we are excited to welcome two highly respected instructors, Bryan Skavnak (The Happiest Golfer) and Collin Anderson, to our coaching team. With a shared focus on skill development, game enjoyment, and personal growth, these programs complement each other to offer a complete pathway for juniors of all skill levels.

Wilds Junior Programs

The Wilds Cubs ($220 / Golfer)

⛳ Planting the Seeds of a Lifetime Love for Golf! 🌱

The Wilds Cubs program is the perfect way for young golfers to take their first swings in the game! Designed to introduce the fundamentals in a fun and engaging way, this program helps kids develop essential motor skills, coordination, and confidence. Using interactive drills, target-based training, and exciting games, we make learning the basics feel like playtime on the fairways!

Best for: Beginners with little or no prior instruction
Ages: 5 to 10 years old
Student to Instructor Ratio: 6 to 1 (Max of 18 Students)

The Wilds Pack ($250 / Golfer)

🐾 Building Stronger Swings & Smarter Golfers! 🦁

The Wilds Pack program is designed to take junior golfers to the next level, focusing on both fundamentals and on-course experience. Players will sharpen their skills in putting, chipping, and full swings while also learning key golf etiquette and strategy. Through a combination of instruction, fun challenges, and real-time course play, juniors will gain the confidence to navigate 9 holes with ease.

Best For: Juniors with some experience who are ready for structured learning and light course play
Ages: 9 to 14 years old
Student to Instructor Ratio: 4 to 1 (Max of 12 Students)

The Wilds Eagles ($375 / Golfer)

🐺 Training Champions, One Swing at a Time! ⛳

The Wilds Eagles program is built for serious young golfers looking to refine their game and compete with confidence. With focused instruction on swing mechanics, course strategy, and short-game mastery, players will develop the skills they need for high school golf and beyond. Each session includes a dedicated practice period followed by on-course play, helping golfers sharpen their skills in real-game situations.

Best for: Experienced juniors seeking to fine-tune their technique and compete at a higher level
Ages: 12-18 years old
Student to Instructor Ratio: 6 to 1 (Max of 6 Students)

Other Information

All lessons meet at The Wilds Driving Range and include range balls, instruction, practice green access, and prizes. Lessons and camps will cover safety, grip, stance, ball position, posture, putting, chipping, pitching, full-swing irons and woods, basic rules/etiquette, effective practice, course management, and life skills such as honesty, integrity, respect, and sportsmanship. We will play fun games and drills to learn a desired golf motion.

The Wilds Dress Cody Policy:
All golfers must adhere to the following: Denim, jeans, tank tops and halter tops are NOT allowed on the golf course or practice facility.

Junior Golf Clubs and Equipment:
Having the correct tools for any project is vital for a successful outcome. Golf is no different. Please contact the golf shop for more information and recommendations.

The Happiest Golfer

4 Lesson Fun!

Our award winning Kids Programs are some of the best in the state. Because we combine golf lessons and life lessons, and a whole ton of fun. And best of all, we make every kid feel comfortable, so they can walk away with a giant smile.

Whether you're looking for a quick intro to golf or need a refresher on how to make this game more fun, we've got some options for both spring and summer. These quick, casual lessons will cover driving, irons, chipping, putting and everything you need to make this season the most fun you've ever had.

Ages 5-7: Sundays June 8,15,22,29 (11-11:45am)
Ages 5-7: Tuesdays July 1,8,15,22 (3:15-4pm)

Ages 8-10: Sundays June 8,15,22,29 (11:45-12:30pm)
Ages 8-10: Tuesdays July 1,8,15,22 (4-4:45pm)

Ages 11-14: Sundays June 8,15,22,29 (12:30-1:15pm)
Ages 11-14: Tuesdays July 1,8,15,22 (4:45-5:30pm)

The registration and payment process will take place on The Happiest Golfer website.

Meet Bryan Skavnak

Bryan Skavnak is the happiest golf professional in Minnesota! Through his heartfelt and sometimes goofy stories, Bryan blends humor and inspiration to teach you about golf and life. He is the author of the #1 Best Selling book, Happy Golf Starts Here. He is the founder of the Bryan Skavnak Golf Academy, which for nearly 20 years has taught kids and adults how to have more fun and confidence by showing them that score doesn’t matter, people do.

He is one of U.S Kids Golf's Top 50 Master Kids Teachers in the world and a Junior Golf Leader award winner in Minnesota. He is also the creator of Battleball... the greatest game you will ever play.

As an inspiring speaker and writer, Bryan has helped thousands of golfers (and non-golfers) achieve their dream of being happier and more confident by revealing how to surround themselves with a team of good people and embrace how the game of golf can improve relationships.

Collin Anderson Golf Camps

Junior Golf Camps at The Wilds

The Collin Anderson 2025 Junior Golf Camps will be held at The Wilds Golf Club & are open to all juniors. The focus will be on learning the fundamentals of the game, such as putting, chipping, pitch shots, full swings, and other proper golf etiquette and vocabulary. There will be various fun games & contests. Juniors must bring their golf equipment, beverages, and snacks (if they wish). Please check the weather before the camp starts & have appropriate attire.

Camp #1: Ages 5-10 | June 9-12th 8:30-10:30am

Camp #2: Ages 8-14 | July 14-18th (skip 16th) 8:30-10:30am

Camp #3: Ages 5-10 | August 11-14th 8:30-10:30am

The registration and payment process will take place on The Collin Anderson website.

Meet Collin Anderson

Golf Lessons that are FUN. Experience the pure joy of improving your golf abilities.

I’m a graduate of Rosemount High School (2009) & University of Minnesota Morris (2013). I became a Class A PGA Member in 2019 & I have worked in the golf industry for over a decade. I have given thousands of lessons over this time & I find joy in helping people. My mission is to make a positive impact in people's lives & to leave a lasting legacy. Please feel free to connect with me if you'd like to learn more about me!

As Director of Instruction for TwinCitiesGolf.com, I currently give lessons in the offseason at Inside Edge Golf Simulators in Eden Prairie, MN as well as at Mulligan's in Eagan, MN.