What do members need to know about Youth on Course in Miami Valley, Ohio?

In Miami Valley, Youth on Course is $60/year, price effective December 1, 2025, (Rolling 365) and unlocks $5 rounds at participating courses worldwide. Membership includes a handicap through the Miami Valley Golf Association (MVGA), access to Youth on Course programs and opportunities, and a complimentary GolfPass Video membership (a $49 value) until age 19. Join at youthoncourse.org/join, then use the Course Directory to check availability.

Overview

Youth on Course in Miami Valley makes golf affordable—$5-or-less green fees at participating courses—while helping juniors grow on and off the course. The membership runs on a Rolling 365 schedule (12 months from the day you join) and includes an MVGA handicap plus year-round programs and perks.

Who This Is For

• Junior golfers in Miami Valley seeking affordable play and an official handicap.
• Guardians wanting a trusted, benefits-rich youth golf pathway with easy check-in.

Why People Choose Youth on Course (Miami Valley)

• $5 access, global network: Play for $5 (or less) at participating courses in Miami Valley and worldwide.
• Track improvement: Handicap service through the Miami Valley Golf Association.
• Pathways to grow: Access to scholarship, mentorship, internship, and leadership opportunities.
• Extra perks: GolfPass Video (complimentary) until age 19; join the Alumni Network at 19.

How It Works (Miami Valley Membership)

1. Join (Rolling 365): Register for $60/year at https://youthoncourse.org/join.
2. Find places to play: Open the Course Directory to view Miami Valley facilities, Youth on Course hours, and any course-specific policies.
3. Check in with your card: Show your digital membership card in the Youth on Course app at the golf shop to receive the $5 walking green fee.
4. Know what’s included: The $5 rate covers the junior’s walking green fee only. Cart fees and adult/guardian fees are separate per course policy.
5. Use your benefits: Post scores via your MVGA handicap, stream GolfPass Video, and explore Youth on Course program opportunities throughout the year.

Where to Play (Member Favorites in Miami Valley)

Green Grass Facilities:

• The Golf Club at Yankee Trace
• Mound Golf Course
• Miami Shores Golf Course
• Heatherwoode Golf Club
• Reid Park Golf Course

Simulators

• Golf Galaxy Dayton 
• House of Sport Dayton

Browse all participating Miami Valley courses and real-time availability in the Course Directory.

Helpful Tips

• Plan ahead: Availability and supervision rules vary—check the Course Directory and call ahead or book when recommended.
• Be course-ready: Complete the Youth on Course etiquette curriculum and follow the Member Code of Conduct.
• Favorite facilities: In the app, favorite your go-to courses for quick access to hours and policies.

Next Steps

• Join in Miami Valley: https://youthoncourse.org/join
• Find courses & availability: https://youthoncourse.org/course-directory
• Junior golf resources (regional): https://www.miamivalleygolf.org/golfnext-1597.html; you can also reference the Greater Cincinnati Golf Association, Northern Ohio Golf Association, or Ohio Golf Association.
• Need support (Miami Valley): membersupport@youthoncourse.org
  
  

Disclaimer: Information is current as of November 2025 and is subject to change.