Caddie College — Private Club Caddie Training

Online Training Program

Caddie College

Learn the standards expected at private golf clubs — from first tee introductions to finishing the 18th hole.

What You'll Learn

More Than Golf Basics

Caddie College is a structured online training program designed to prepare students for working as caddies at private country clubs. You don't just learn golf — you learn the standard.

Where to Stand

Exact positioning on every part of the course

What to Say

And what not to say — reading every situation

How to Anticipate

Stay one step ahead of member needs

How to Carry Yourself

Confidence, composure, and professionalism

Curriculum

20 Modules. One Standard.

The training follows the natural flow of a real round — step by step, in the exact order you'll experience it on the course.

Video Lessons Knowledge Quizzes 20 Modules

01Start Here — Discord & Community Setup

Access the private Caddie College community for questions, mentorship from experienced caddies, and accountability throughout the season.

02The Start of the Round

First impressions at private clubs, proper introductions, pre-round bag setup, understanding member expectations, and setting the tone.

03Walking With the Golf Bag

Proper carrying technique, efficient movement, bag positioning, and the details members immediately notice.

04Head Cover Maintenance

Correct removal and replacement, club organization, protecting equipment, and attention to detail.

05Cleaning and Maintaining Golf Clubs

When and how to clean clubs, ball cleaning etiquette, maintaining a polished appearance, and anticipating needs.

06Calculating Distance

Accurate yardage calculation, rangefinder use, understanding slope and conditions, and communicating yardage clearly.

07Helping Your Golfer on the Tee Box

When to offer input, reading wind and course conditions, supporting without overstepping, and building trust early.

08Safety on the Tee Box

Proper positioning, awareness during swings, and private club safety standards.

09Positioning on the Tee Box & Fairway

Exact positioning on the tee and fairway, angles for safety and effectiveness, and pace of play.

10Table Talk and Hand Signals

Quiet communication, appropriate member conversation, forecaddying hand signals, and reading social situations.

11Ball Spotting

Tracking tee shots, proper positioning and angles, preventing lost balls, and saving members time.

12Bag Placement & Next Hole Preparation

Bag placement near greens, preparing clubs for the next tee, and staying one step ahead of the group.

13Penalty Areas and Out of Bounds

Identifying penalty areas, red vs yellow stakes, OB procedures, and assisting members properly.

14Greenside Bunkers

Positioning near bunkers, assisting before and after bunker shots, rake and sand awareness.

15Bunker Safety & Common Scenarios

Safe positioning, avoiding interference, common bunker situations, and efficient movement.

16What Not To Do on the Green

Common green mistakes, shadow positioning, line interference, and behaviors that stand out.

17Standing and Moving on the Green

Proper positioning, when to move and stay still, putting line awareness, and respecting quiet.

18Understanding and Reading Greens

Break and slope recognition, grain awareness, subtle elevation changes, and observing without overstepping.

19Table Talk on the Green

Green-side conversation, when silence is expected, reading mood, and communicating respectfully.

20Caddie College Final Quiz

Comprehensive final assessment covering private club standards, etiquette, situational awareness, and on-course responsibilities.

Why It Matters

Reputation Spreads Quickly

At private clubs, members remember details. Caddie Masters reward consistency. Opportunities go to those who are prepared.

Avoid Costly Mistakes

Most new caddies learn by making mistakes. Caddie College teaches the standards before those mistakes happen.

Stand Out Immediately

When you know the details — where to stand, what to say — members notice. And they remember.

Earn More, Faster

Prepared caddies get better loops, better tips, and more consistent work throughout the season.

Be Ready Before Your First Round

Start Caddie College today. Learn the standards. Earn the trust. Build your reputation from day one.

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