Junior Coaching
US kids Golf Player Pathway
OUR COACHING AIM
Our goal is to engage children in the game of golf, an activity that can have a profoundly positive impact on their learning and personal development for years to come.
We aim to achieve this through a program that offers each child a friendly and welcoming environment where they can learn golf. This setting allows them to be themselves, enjoy fun experiences with their peers, and foster the growth of new friendships.
STRUCTURE
The ten levels encompass all aspects of golf, becoming progressively more involved as children advance through the levels. The areas covered include putting, short game techniques, full swing skills, knowledge of the game, and scoring.
CELEBRATE
We celebrate success as each child enjoys their journey at their own pace. Mastering a level is a significant milestone, marked by the presentation of badges. We also offer special awards for Gold Players (Level 5) and Platinum Players (Level 10).
FUN
Game-based learning is the focus of our coaching sessions, featuring carefully crafted games that engage children by allowing them to enjoy the process rather than fixate on the results.
The Coaching Program
with DARREN GAME, US Kids Golf Master Coach
The US Kids Golf Academy encompasses all aspects of the game, progressively increasing in complexity as children advance through the levels. Key areas of focus include putting, short game skills, full swing mechanics, knowledge of the game, and scoring. A curriculum booklet is available to purchase, allowing the child to review technical skills and lessons at home between sessions.
The full program consists of ten levels with three entry points. The first five levels concentrate on developing golf skills. Successfully completing level five indicates a strong likelihood that a child will continue golfing for life. Levels six through ten shift the focus to both play and further skill development. Upon achieving level ten, a child will have the ability to play golf at a high standard.
THE PATHWAY
Community
Golf
Join one of our community sessions to let your child discover golf and determine if it’s the right fit for them before committing to coaching sessions. These events include, but are not limited to, school and after-school golf clubs, as well as holiday golf camps. Check our social media platforms to stay updated and learn more about these events.
Academy Coaching
Where your child becomes the golfer they aspire to be. As mentioned earlier, our academy program offers a comprehensive curriculum that guides children from complete beginners to whatever skill level they find satisfying—all at their own pace. Remember, the process is more important than the outcome, so it’s essential to let them enjoy the journey and have fun along the way.
PLAYING
Why learn a skill if you don’t understand its purpose or rarely get to use it? From the very beginning—whether at our holiday golf camps or in Level One of the academy program—children have the opportunity to play golf on the course using age-appropriate holes that match their skill level. Unlike other programs that require participants to reach a certain level before they can play on a golf course, we take a different approach. We let children play right from the start, which not only motivates them to improve but also encourages them to play more often. They become golfers immediately.
We also run a Sunday afternoon league for children of all ages, regardless of whether they are members of golf clubs or have an official handicap. Everyone has to start somewhere, right?
CLUB MEMBERSHIP
Joining a golf club is often considered the ultimate experience for golfers, though it may not be necessary for everyone. For any golfer, especially a child, becoming a member opens up a whole new world. Membership allows you to play golf year-round without paying additional fees, and it also provides the opportunity to play at various locations when you travel.
We also can’t overlook the many other benefits that come with membership, such as access to competitions and matches for those who are competitive. Of course, being part of a club is a chance to meet others, enjoy a round of golf, and relax while socialising with friends afterward.
I believe that the sooner one becomes a member, the better.
HOW IT WORKS
ATTENDING MADE EASY
You can choose which session your child attends each week. We understand that children have busy lives filled with school, social activities, and other commitments that often interfere with scheduled lessons. To make this easier, we use a mobile app, which allows you to decide when your child can attend their golf coaching sessions.
Through the app, you will receive notifications when sessions are available for registration. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, there’s a waiting list feature that will notify you if a spot becomes available.
While many children tend to attend the same session each week, the app provides you with the flexibility to choose different sessions and even participate in more than one session per week if you wish.