Approach J1 is the slim, lightweight GPS golf watch built for junior golfers. It features a ComfortFit fabric band, simplified interface and features that focus on learning and improving.
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| COMFORTABLE AND LIGHTWEIGHT | TEE-OFF GUIDANCE ADAPTS TO GOLFER | SIMPLIFIED INTERFACE | ADJUST PAR TO MATCH GOLFER’S SKILL | VISUAL TIMER TO LEARN RECOMMENDED PACE OF PLAY | UP TO 15 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE IN GPS MODE |
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE |
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BUILT FOR GOLFThe slim, lightweight design with a ComfortFit fabric band fits securely and won’t interfere while swinging. |
TEE-OFF GUIDANCEWith 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 TIMERA simple visual keeps the game moving at the recommended pace. |
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ON-WATCH CELEBRATIONSCelebratory animations on the Approach J1 encourage and recognise improvement. |
CLUB SUGGESTIONSPlay quickly and confidently with club suggestions based on the clubs in the golfer’s bag. |
PERSONAL PARAdjust par to match the golfer’s skill to help set realistic goals and build confidence. |
FIRST THE BASICS, THEN THE BIRDIES |
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SIMPLIFIED INTERFACEDisplay focuses on the most important information to make decisions easier. |
43,000+ PRELOADED COURSESApproach J1 comes preloaded with more than 43,000 courses worldwide. |
KEEP SCOREEasily record scores directly on the Approach J1 watch after every hole. |
CUSTOMISABLE EXPERIENCEFeatures focused on learning the game can be turned off as the golfer advances. |
WATER-RESISTANTKeep playing — rain or shine — with a 5 ATM water rating. |
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BATTERY LIFEPlay all day with up to 15 hours of battery life in GPS mode. |
Garmin Golf™Review scorecards, personal par and pace-of-play times. |
What You’ll Love |
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| Battery life (smartwatch mode) | Up to 10 days |
| Watch display type | AMOLED (optional always-on mode) |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
General |
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| Strap material | Elastic fabric hook and loop |
| Lens material | Chemically strengthened glass |
| Bezel material | Anodised aluminium |
| Quick release bands | Yes (20 mm, Industry standard) |
| Physical size | 43 x 43 x 11.4 mm Fits wrists with a circumference of 115-195 mm |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Display Resolution | 390 x 390 pixels |
| Battery type | Lithium ion |
| Battery life | Watch mode: Up to 10 days GPS Mode Up to 15 hours (using default display settings: gesture wake-up in Smartwatch mode and always-on while golfing) |
| Charging method | Garmin proprietary plug charger |
| Memory/history | 4 GB |
Clock features |
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| Time/date | Yes |
| GPS time sync | Yes |
| Automatic daylight saving time | Yes |
| Alarm clock | Yes |
| Timer | Yes |
| Stopwatch | Yes |
| Sunrise/sunset times | Yes |
Sensors |
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| GPS | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
Daily smart features |
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| Connectivity | Bluetooth® LE |
| Smartphone compatibility | iPhone®, Android™ |
Activity profiles |
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| WELLNESS | Walking |
| OUTDOOR RUNNING | Running |
| Outdoor recreation | Golfing |
| Cycling | Biking |
Activity tracking features |
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| Step counter | Yes |
Training, planning and analysis features |
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| Customisable screen(s) | Yes |
| GPS speed and distance | Yes |
| Auto Pause® automatic timer halt | Yes |
| Auto Lap® interval tracking feature | Yes |
| Touch and/or button lock | Yes |
Running features |
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| GPS-based distance, time and pace | Yes |
| cadence (provides real-time number of steps per minute) | Yes |
Golfing features |
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| Preloaded with 43,000 courses worldwide | Yes |
| Yardage to F/M/B (distance to front, middle and back of green) | Yes |
| Yardage to layups/doglegs | Yes |
| Measures shot distance (calculates exact yardage for shots from anywhere on course) | Yes |
| DIGITAL SCORECARD | Yes |
| Stat tracking (strokes, putts per round, greens and fairways hit) | Yes |
| Garmin AutoShot™ | Yes |
| Auto CourseView updates | Yes |
| GREEN VIEW WITH MANUAL PIN POSITION | Yes |
| Hazards and course targets | Yes |
| Handicap scoring | Yes |
| Round timer/odometer | Yes |
| Pairs with Garmin Golf app | Yes |
| Tournament legal | Yes |
