We’ve got their game with Approach J1, the GPS golf watch specifically made to help junior golfers learn and improve. Its slim, lightweight design and ComfortFit fabric band will securely fit their wrist and won’t interfere with their swing. Tee-off guidance scales every hole to the golfer’s ability by providing forward tee locations down the fairway on all 43,000+ preloaded courses. Adjust par to match the golfer’s skill level to set realistic goals and help build confidence. And the pace-of-play timer teaches younger golfers how much time it should take to play each hole. Approach J1 has a bright AMOLED touchscreen display with a simplified interface that focuses on the information they need to understand their game. With battery that lasts up to 15 hours in GPS mode, they can go from basics to birdies in no time.
Built for golf
The slim, lightweight design with a ComfortFit fabric band fits securely and won’t interfere while swinging.
Tee-off guidance
With forward tee locations down the fairway on more than 43,000 golf courses, every hole is scaled to the golfer’s ability.
Pace-of-play timer
A simple visual keeps the game moving at the recommended pace.
On-watch celebrations
Celebratory animations on the Approach J1 encourage and recognize improvement.
Club suggestions
Play quickly and confidently with club suggestions based on the clubs in the golfer’s bag.
Personal par
Adjust par to match the golfer’s skill to help set realistic goals and build confidence.
Simplified interface
Display focuses on the most important information to make decisions easier.
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
|---|---|
| Set Product as New from Date | Jan 25, 2026 |
| Set Product as New to Date | Mar 25, 2026 |
| Specification | Brand Garmin Model Number 010-03898-00 Product Name Approach J1 Junior Golf GPS Smartwatch 43mm Anodized Aluminum Color Cloud Blue Aluminum Bezel Case Size 43mm Case Shape Circular Case Thickness 0.5 inches Band Width 20 millimeters Band Color Black/Azure Clasp Type Buckle Rotating Bezel No Display Screen Yes Screen Size 30.4 millimeters Touch Screen Yes Screen Resolution 390 x 390 Display Type AMOLED Color Display Yes Clock Display Yes Backlit Display Yes Adjustable Brightness Yes Customizable Watch Faces No Screen Material Chemically strengthened glass Operating System Compatibility Android Operating System Garmin App Compatible Yes Voice Assistant Built-in Not Applicable Data Plan Required No Network Connectivity None Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth Built-in Storage 4 gigabytes GPS Enabled Yes Global Positioning GPS Usage Time 240 hours Mobile Notifications Yes Alert Type Audible Music Player No Built-In Microphone No Voice Activated No Metrics Measured Cycling speed Multi-Sport Tracking No Sensors Compass Medical Incident Notification Not Applicable Protective Qualities Water resistant Maximum Depth of Water Resistance 164 feet Minimum Operating Temperature -4.0 degrees fahrenheit Maximum Operating Temperature 14 degrees fahrenheit Product Height 0.44 inches Product Width 1.7 inches Product Weight 1 ounces Product Length 1.7 inches Minimum Wrist Size 115 millimeters Maximum Wrist Size 195 millimeters Size Adjustable Rechargeable Yes Battery Strength Indicator Yes Charging Time 120 minutes Charging Interface(s) Proprietary Battery Chemistry Lithium-ion Replaceable Battery No Case Material Anodized aluminum Integrated Camera No Product Type Activity tracker Form Factor Wristwatch Model Family Garmin Approach S2 Warranty - Parts 1 year limited Warranty - Labor 1 year limited Year of Release 2026 |
| Hard Drive | 8 GB |