Be careful when you ask your kids what camp they want to attend this summer. Some have surprised their parents by telling them they want to go to golf camp at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach or Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Who can blame them? Kids need the competitive edge and these camps are some of the best at providing instruction in settings fit for kings & queens. Pebble Beach course ranks as the favorite U.S. public golf course, and with good reason. In addition to its challenging holes, it is absolutely beautiful and inspiring to play. It is the ultimate Northern California course option for kids seeking to improve their game. There is also individual and group instruction for adults. - pebblebeach.com

But what about the kids living in Southern California? We spoke with a golf pro at the most expensive golf course (to build) in California — Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes. This famous course lost a portions of several holes when landslides occurred and they fell into the Pacific Ocean some years ago. With course re-design and a new owner, Donald Trump, the project was back on course and has served as a premier golf option with a stunning coast setting. Though the scenery and temperatures are slightly different from Pebble Beach Golf Links, the course has its fans. Some complain the Trump course is too challenging, but kids have no fear. Golf camp provides them an affordable opportunity, says the course instructor who loves to see the up & coming youngsters. He invites parents to check out Trump camps this summer. Trump National Golf Club, One Ocean Trails Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. (310) 265-5000. trumpnationallosangeles.com