Aspen Glen Golf Course in Carbondale
An unforgettable Rocky Mountain course.
Crush It! Juniors Program
Based on principles of the American Development Model (ADM), Aspen Glen Golf Club’s Crush It! Juniors Program is a game-changing golf development program designed to help your junior golfers develop a deep love for the game and the abilities needed to perform on the course.
Whether new or familiar with the game and for fun or friendly competition, the program provides kids with the tools to engage proactively in life and learn valuable lessons they can use in all areas of their lives, while at the same time enabling them to engage in developmentally appropriate experiences and learning opportunities that connect child and family at every step through a progression pathway.
At the core of Aspen Glen Golf Club’s Crush It! Program is the development of a “golfer for life” through the motto, “Skills for golf, skills for life” by through:
Confidence
Respect
Understanding
Self-discipline
Hard work
Integrity
Talent
Game On! Program
Whether you’re picking up a club for the first time or if you’re coming back to the sport after some time off, Aspen Glen Golf Club’s Game On! Program provides the ideal way for golfers to experience learning the game in an environment and structure that will enable them to build the skills, knowledge and social connections to actively play the game and maximize your Aspen Glen Golf Club membership.
Where Game On! differs from other traditional programs is that it does not measure success based on completing a set number of classes. Instead, success is defined when you have achieved the criteria set out within a 3-Level Progression Pathway that ensures you have harnessed the knowledge, experiences and appropriate level of skill to play the golf course. The length of time spent on the program varies between golfer but it’s why golf is a journey, not a marathon.
No matter where your golf journey is taking you, Aspen Glen Golf Club is excited to welcome you to the sport! From socializing in a friendly and fun environment to focusing on health and wellness, golf has something for everyone and for every family through:
Making New Social Connections
Spending more time with loved ones
Learning a new skill
Healthier lifestyle
An activity great for the entire family
Dave Thompson
Head Golf Professional
Serving since 2019
About Dave
Dave's interest in golf was spawned as a child while hanging out with his dad and Clubmaker neighbor “Franco”, who made persimmon woods in his garage. Dave is a Class A, PGA Certified Professional with his "Certified" accreditation being held in Teaching and Coaching. Although Dave has played golf from a young age, he also grew up a multi-sport athlete and believes this trait is important for athletic development. Dave enjoys spending time outdoors and, in addition to being a PGA Member, is proud to hold top accreditations through the Professional Ski Instructors of America & the American Association of Snowboard Instructors. Most of all, Dave loves spending time on the golf course and being active with his wife Aly and daughters Braelyn and Reese.
Nicole Cavarra
Director of Golf Instruction
Serving since 2001
970-274-9280
About Nicole
Nicole is a former Division I Golfer for the University of Colorado Women’s Golf Team and has more than 35 years of golf experience. She is an LPGA Class-A Professional and combines her knowledge and passion for golf with the knowledge of biomechanics, body function & performance. She is also a Certified Golf Conditioning Specialist & Certified Professional Fitness Instructor.
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