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Incredible Family-Friendly Activities at PGA National Resort

Banyan Buddies Kids Club, Camps, Kids Night Out, Restaurants, Birthday Parties & More!

By PGA National Resort April 19, 2024

PGA National Resort is a legendary golf, vacation, culinary, events, family, and spa destination. The resort has completed a stunning $100 million revitalization, resulting in a dramatic transformation touching every aspect of the celebrated property. As part of the incredible transformation, the resort has added a unique and engaging new addition, the Banyan Buddies Kids Club, for the youngest resort guests.

With Banyan Buddies, parents can be assured that their children will stay engaged with an innovative activities menu. Styled as a playful jungle, children will find toucans and chameleons blending in as colorful wall art, along with stadium seating and a complete indoor playground, all under a banyan tree. Available for kids ages 4-12, the resort offers a variety of sessions from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday - Sunday, as well as ‘Kids Night Out’ sessions on Friday evenings - perfect for date night at one of the fantastic celebrity chef-helmed restaurants! Banyan Buddies also offers birthday parties for kids – great for celebrating a special occasion with a group of friends or family!

For the summer, PGA National Resort is offering exciting camps, including Junior Golf & Sports Summer Camps through the Leadbetter Golf Academy.

Banyan Buddies Camp - Ages 4-12:

  • Offered weekly throughout the Summer until August 9th from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM for $525.00 per week with a one-time registration fee of $75.00 per child.
  • Banyan Buddies is offering themed weekly programming including All-Star Week, Around the World, Under the Sea, Superheros, and more.  
  • Additional fees may apply for before and after care, and flex rates are available for half-day and full-day attendance.
  • Additional information available here.

Championship Tees Camp - Ages 12-16:

  • Offered Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM for $599.00 throughout the Summer.
  • Attendees will improve their scores and elevate their game to the next level by improving ball striking scoring ability, TPI golf fitness, and on-course playing lessons.
  • Please note, there is a special rate available for the week of July 1st of $479.00 and the session will not be available on July 4th.
  • Additional information available here.

Forward Tees - Ages 7-12:

  • Five-day program with two available sessions – focusing on either Fundamental Instruction or Skills and Development.
  • Offered Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM for $599.00 throughout the Summer.
  • Please note, there is a special rate available for the week of July 1st of $479.00 and the session will not be available on July 4th.
  • Additional information available here.

Little Golfers Camp - Ages 3-6:

  • Available on select days in June and July from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
  • Little Golfers will learn the short game, full swing, on-the-course play, and rules of the game while keeping it fun.
  • Sessions are available for $150.00 for the three-day camp or $60.00 per day.
  • Registration is required – contact Sasha Butler at JSHCButler@yahoo.com or 561-518-8392.

If hitting the links isn’t on your kids’ summer bucket list, PGA National Resort has plenty of other exciting options, including pool activities and cabana rentals for the whole family to enjoy, sports, a 24-hour arcade, and much more. The popularity of pickleball has completely erupted at PGA National Resort – which recently debuted 12 new courses. Both beginners and pros enjoy this thrilling game, which appeals to all ages and promises a fun-filled experience. PGA National Resort professionals offer clinics, lessons, tournaments, and private events.

There is no shortage of dining options at the resort that kids and families will love – whether it is poolside dining, enjoying some of Chef Lindsay Autry’s famous Fried Chicken at Honeybelle, or having traditional diner food at the 50’s-inspired Birdie’s Diner. To satisfy your sweet tooth, guests can stop in at Sugarplume or try Gelaty's Artisanal Gelato on a stick - now available in The MKT!

Now is the time to take advantage of these incredible family-friendly activities, as PGA National Resort has spacious rooms for the whole family and great offers all season long. Learn more at pgaresort.com.