Belonging & Communication
Meet playing partners. Introduce yourself, listen and encourage someone new.
The Youth ExperienceMore than a swing.
More than a swing.
Room to grow.
For families, youth directors, educators and mentors who want to understand the why, the learning and the next step.
The proposed experience uses golf to bring young people together, practice life skills and introduce new possibilities. Beginners can discover the game, while children with experience can explore continued development.
Skills for the course.
Skills for life.
Our proposed six-session framework pairs golf with purposeful activities and reflection. Detailed lessons, age groups and delivery plans are being developed before enrollment.
Honesty & Responsibility
Keep score and follow rules. Make honest choices and care for shared equipment.
Decision Making & STEM
Choose a shot and measure distance. Compare options, explore angles and test an idea.
Managing Frustration
Respond to a missed shot. Pause, reset and try again with encouragement.
Teamwork & Leadership
Take on a shared challenge. Share turns, solve problems and help others succeed.
Goals & Next Steps
Plan continued practice. Notice progress and choose one achievable next step.
A session with purposeConnect. Play.
Connect. Play.
Reflect.
Before the swing
A welcome, a short check-in and a life skill to practice. Children meet their group and choose a goal.
During the activity
Golf games, guided practice and age-appropriate learning challenges. Measuring distance or exploring ball movement can connect play with STEM; creative activities add expression and imagination.
After the swing
Discuss what happened, celebrate effort and choose a lesson to use at school or home. Family and youth organization connections help carry learning forward.
Interest deserves
a next step.
Discover
First introductions focus on enjoyment, basic movement, safe equipment use and a welcoming connection to golf.
Return
Children interested in more can explore recurring instruction, practice, mentoring and life skills activities.
Advance
Individual interests guide the next step: additional instruction, equipment, course access, a school program or suitable competition.
Competition is one possible pathway. Enjoyment, friendships and recreational play also matter. Our planning model anticipates different levels of continued interest; it does not require every child to compete.
Bring golf closerLearning can start
Learning can start
right where they are.
Our proposed first-quarter approach brings indoor activities to schools, churches and community centers, with suitable space and equipment.
As children develop, we aim to connect them with courses, instructors and learning experiences beyond the host site. Opportunities depend on confirmed partners and available resources.
Know what to expect.
Does a child need golf experience?
The introductory pathway is designed for beginners. Families and youth organizations can also ask about options for children who already play.
What ages, locations and schedules will be offered?
These details are being developed around staffing, host spaces and funding. The proposed pilot is January 2027, with indoor emphasis for the first quarter. Submit an interest inquiry to ask about plans for your group or neighborhood.
Will equipment be provided, and what will participation cost?
Shared junior equipment is part of the planned introductory model. Our goal is to reduce financial barriers. Fees, equipment arrangements and any transportation support will be clarified for each confirmed offering before enrollment.
Can our organization bring a group?
Yes, we welcome inquiries from youth organizations, mentoring groups, schools and churches. Share your group’s age range, approximate size, location and interests so we can explore a suitable format.
Who will guide the children?
The operating plan proposes two local part-time golf coordinators with backup coverage, supported by instructors, mentors and community volunteers. Staffing, preparation, supervision and family communication arrangements must be established before delivery.
How will families and youth directors see progress?
The plan includes attendance and return participation, coach observations, youth reflections and family or host feedback. These measures help us understand learning and improve the experience; they do not promise a particular personal outcome.
Start a conversationTell us where
Tell us where
you fit in.
Tell us about the child or group you support, the experience you are seeking and any practical questions. We welcome inquiries from parents, guardians, youth directors and mentors.
Select Memphis Golf Initiative in the form and tell us whether you are a family member, youth organization, host, volunteer, instructor or supporter.
For a child or youth group, share an age range and neighborhood, rather than children’s names or personal records. If you are inquiring as an individual, enter “Individual” in the required organization field.
This is an interest inquiry, not enrollment or a confirmed placement.
Your next step starts here.
Families, youth organizations, hosts, volunteers and supporters are welcome. Tell us how you would like to get involved.
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