Learn to Compete is a three-stage development program for competitive junior aged golfers that targets specific age groups with age/stage appropriate content. The grid below illustrates how the program aligns with both Long-Term Player Development and the recommended PGA of Canada coaching certification.
Program Framework
| Program Stage | Recommended Target Ages | Approximate Handicap Factor Range | LTPD Stage Alignment | Recommended PGA of Canada Coaching Certification | |
| New Competitor | 11+/- to 14+/- | 24 to 14 | Introduction to Competition | Coach of New Competitors (CNC) | |
| Developing Competitor | 14+/- to 16+/- | 14 to 6 | Learn to Compete | Coach of Developing Competitors (CDC) | |
| Advanced Competitor | 16+/- to 18+/- | 6 to 0 | Learn to Compete & Train to Compete | Coach of Developing Competitors (CDC) |
