Programs

Advancing through the Program

Participants progress through levels by demonstrating inner strength, character, and the life and golf skills they have learned. All participants regardless of age start at the PLAYer level. Our program is for children 7-17 years of age, there are no exceptions.

• PLAYer (required minimum age 7) – Tee it up for the first time and learn the game of golf and First Tee’s Code of Conduct
• Par (recommended minimum age 9) – Focus on interpersonal and self-management skills on and off the course
• Birdie (recommended minimum age 11) – Emphasis on setting goals and making them a reality
• Eagle (recommended minimum age 13) – Learn resilience, conflict resolution, and future planning
• Ace (required minimum age 14 or entering 9th grade) – Put it all together and hone in on setting goals, career education, and giving back to the community

Why Golf?

Golf is unique from other sports because players learn values like honesty and responsibility by calling penalties on themselves and reporting their own score. The sport is a perfect platform for helping young people develop character because just like in life, players experience the highs and lows of the game.