Level Descriptions
Tee Wees
Age: 5-6 years old
The Tee Wee’s Class introduces participants to the game of golf and The First Tee Core Values through activity-based lessons with the intention to promote curiosity about the game in a safe and fun environment.
Little Tees
Age: 7-8 years old
The Little Tees level is for all new First Tee participants and will cover the First Tee’s 9 core values, such as honesty, courtesy and responsibility. The goal of this class is to introduce the core value/s through fundamental golf skill activities.
Linksters
Age: 9-10 years old
This level is for Linksters participants will cover the following life skills:
- Exploring the Game
- Respecting the Rules
- 5 Tips for Meeting Someone New
- 3 Tips for Having Fun
- The 4R’s
- Personal Par
Golf Fundamentals
Age: 11- 12 years old and 13+ class
The Golf Fundamental level is open to participants who beginner golfers. The life skills that will be discussed at this level will include:
- Dreams and Goals
- Setting goals that are positive and important to you
- Setting goals that are specific and under your control
- Setting Different Types of Goals
- Getting to Your Goal
- Dealing with Challenges (STAR)
Advanced Techniques
Age: 11-12 years old and 13+ class
Open to participants who are more advanced golfers. Along with their golf skills, Advanced Technique participants will learn life skills that consist of:
- Why keeping a healthy Body, Mind, and Soul helps you play better and enjoy golf;
- How to build and get help from a Go-To Team;
- What diversity means and why it’s important;
- How to deal with conflicts in a positive way using the C.A.R.E. method;
- How to benefit from helping others;
- Planning for the Future; (including education, career, and finances)
Ace
Age minimum: entering 9th grade or 14 years old
Once certified out of Eagle, participants can speak with their coach to find out more information on ACE classes. This level will require a large time commitment but gives the player an opportunity to apply what they have learned from the Life Skills Experience to their high school and collegiate goal planning.
