Free Summer Golf Camp for Kids in
Roaring Fork Valley and Aspen, Colorado

Three weeks each summer. Real instruction. No cost to families.

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Palmer Elston guiding a young student's golf swing with hands-on instruction at the Aspen Junior Golf Foundation

Golf for Every Child,
No Matter What

I started NextGen Golf Academy because I believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience golf, regardless of their financial situation or background. Growing up in Aspen, golf gave me confidence, friendships, and life lessons that have shaped who I am. I wanted to create a program where those same opportunities are available to every child.

At NextGen Golf Academy, we believe golf is for everyone. Our mission is to break down the financial and social barriers that have historically limited access to the game, creating opportunities for Latino youth throughout the Roaring Fork Valley to learn, grow, and belong.

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Here's What Every Camper Gets

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    Free transportation

    Transportation to and from Aspen Junior Golf Foundation facilities

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    Meals

    Lunch is provided every day of camp

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    Expert instruction

    Learn from Palmer Elston and Dave Elston

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    Equipment Included

    We will provide you with everything you’ll need.

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    Three Full Weeks

    Two weeks of structured daily programming

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    Completely Free

    Our program is completely funded by donations

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Four people practicing golf at an outdoor driving range with a mountainous landscape and blue sky with clouds in the background.
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Our First Season

In the summer of 2025, twelve kids between the ages of 7 and 12 showed up to the Aspen Junior Golf Foundation and learned to play golf for free. Two weeks, daily instruction, meals included.

  • $4,000+

    Donations Received

  • 30+

    Student Registrations

  • 280+

    Free Meals Served

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What Families Are Saying

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Help Us Keep Camp Free

At NextGen Golf Academy, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience golf, regardless of their financial situation. Thanks to the generosity of our community, every camper attends free of charge and receives golf instruction, equipment, games, mentorship, and a healthy meal each day.

Your support helps us remove financial barriers, expand our reach throughout the Roaring Fork Valley, and provide a safe, encouraging environment where children can build confidence, friendships, and lifelong skills. Every donation-no matter the size, directly impacts the lives of the young people we serve.

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