Junior golf coaching · Surrey & Langley, BC
A place for young golfers to grow
From a first swing to a more focused training plan, I help juniors build skills, confidence, and a lasting love for golf.
Beginners welcome
Fun, fundamentals, and a place to belong.
My junior golf story
I’m Matt — and I’ve spent my coaching life around young golfers.
I’m Matt Palsenbarg, a PGA of Canada golf coach. In 2010, I founded LABsters with a clear vision: develop athletic golfers, not just teach golf swings. I believed then — and I still believe now — that kids learn the game best when we build the whole athlete first.
That approach has shaped everything I do with juniors. We work on golf fundamentals, of course. But just as importantly, we work on movement and physical literacy, we keep it fun, we teach respect for the game and each other, and we let improvement come steadily over time. No rush, no pressure to perform — just a genuine, lasting relationship with golf.
That same philosophy carries into every junior I coach today, whether they’re picking up a club for the first time or ready for a more focused plan. I’d love to help your young golfer find their place in the game.
What I focus on
Developing athletic golfers, not just swings
Golf fundamentals
The building blocks of a swing a young golfer can repeat and trust — taught patiently, in language kids understand.
Movement & physical literacy
Athletic development comes first. We help young bodies learn to move well, so golf skills grow on top of a solid foundation.
Fun & respect
Golf is a game. We keep it enjoyable, teach respect for the course and each other, and let kids be kids while they learn.
Steady growth
No rush, no pressure to perform. Improvement comes over time, and a young golfer who enjoys the game keeps playing for life.
Two ways to work with me
A program for every young golfer
Some juniors thrive learning alongside friends. A small number are ready for more individual coaching. Both paths are great — here’s the difference.
Learn & develop together
LABsters Junior Golf
LABsters is the welcoming program for kids learning and developing alongside others. It’s built around fun, fundamentals, athletic development, and a real sense of belonging — a place where young golfers want to keep coming back.
- Fun, supportive group environment
- Golf fundamentals and athletic development
- A community where kids feel they belong
One-on-one with Matt
Private coaching with Matt
I work closely with a small number of junior players. The first step is a conversation with the player and their family so we can see whether my coaching approach fits their goals and where they are in the game.
I want to understand a player’s goals, their interest in practicing, and what support they need before we decide on a plan together. There’s no tryout and no judgement — just an honest chat about fit.
- A limited number of juniors, by fit
- Starts with a conversation, not a commitment
- A plan built around the individual golfer
Make practice and play accessible
Two easy ways for juniors to play and practice
Getting better at golf comes down to reps and rounds. Here are two simple, affordable ways for young golfers to get them.
Play & practice regularly
Clayton Hills Junior Membership
A junior membership is a simple way for young golfers to play and practice regularly at Clayton Hills Par 3 and The Backyard Golf Company in Surrey. More reps on a real course means the fundamentals from coaching turn into real golf, real decisions, and real fun.
Membership terms and pricing are set by the course. Check the membership page for current details.
No membership required
$30 Solo Practice Hour at Haus of Golf
Juniors can book a one-hour solo practice session at Haus of Golf for $30. No membership is required for this junior offer — it’s an easy, affordable way to get meaningful practice time on TrackMan between coaching sessions.
A simple path for families
How a junior can begin
There’s no single right way into golf. Here’s one simple, low-pressure path — and remember, private coaching is one possible next step, not a requirement for enjoying or improving at the game.
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Try LABsters
A welcoming way for kids to learn and develop alongside others — fun, fundamentals, and a sense of belonging from the very first session.
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Play and practice regularly
With a Clayton Hills Junior Membership or solo practice time at Haus of Golf, young golfers turn what they learn into real reps and real rounds.
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Talk to me about a coaching plan
If and when a junior wants more individual coaching, we start with a conversation — not a commitment. Private coaching is one possible next step, never a requirement.
Plenty of young golfers are happiest in LABsters and playing regularly — and that’s a wonderful outcome. Private coaching is simply there if and when a junior wants it.
Questions families often ask
You’re not the only one wondering
Does my child need to be a serious competitor to start?
Not at all. Most juniors I coach start because they are curious, or because a parent wants them to try something active and outdoors. Whether golf becomes a lifelong hobby or something more, the early years are about enjoyment, fundamentals, and feeling welcome.
What is the difference between LABsters and private coaching?
LABsters is the welcoming group program where kids learn and develop alongside others — fun, fundamentals, and belonging. Private coaching with me is for a limited number of juniors who are a good fit for working one-on-one. Many young golfers are happiest in LABsters, and that is a great outcome.
How do we know if private coaching is right for our junior?
We start with a conversation. I want to understand your golfer’s goals, how much they enjoy practicing, and what support they need before we decide on a plan together. There is no tryout and no judgement — just an honest chat about whether my coaching fits where they are in the game.
Where do junior lessons take place?
Most coaching happens year-round at Haus of Golf in Langley, with TrackMan technology. During the season, juniors can also play and practice at Clayton Hills Par 3 and The Backyard Golf Company in Surrey.
A personal invitation
Tell me about your golfer.
Tell me about your golfer — what they enjoy, what they’re working on, and what they hope to do next. I’ll help you find a good place to start.
Coaching in Surrey, Langley & across the Lower Mainland, BC