Butler Pitch & Putt
About
Beginner-Friendly Junior Golf in Downtown Austin
Butler Pitch & Putt is a par-3 course right in central Austin along Lady Bird Lake, offering summer camps and year-round private lessons for kids. The short-course format is ideal for beginners — kids get real on-course experience without the intimidation of a full-length course. Instruction is led by British PGA-certified professional Nick Pateman.
Junior Programs
Summer camps and private lessons for young golfers:
- Monday Beginners Camp (ages 6–11) — 9 AM to noon, $140/session, max 6 kids
- Wednesday/Thursday Intermediate Camp (ages 6–11) — requires some on-course experience, $280/session, max 6 kids
- Private Lessons (under 18) — $60/hour or $40/half-hour, year-round
- Two-kid lesson option — $60 for 45 minutes
What's Included
- Maximum 6 children per camp session for individualized attention
- British PGA-certified instruction
- Short game focus: putting, chipping, and pitching on a real par-3 course
- On-course and full swing instruction available during off-peak hours
- Co-ed programming
Experience
Butler is the most approachable first golf experience in Austin — the par-3 format means kids are playing actual holes from day one, not just hitting off a mat at a range. The 6-kid cap ensures real coaching attention, and the central Austin location makes it a convenient summer option for families in the 78704/78701 area. Best for beginners and younger kids getting comfortable with the game.