U.S. KIDS GOLF TOP 50 COACHES ANNOUNCED! The U.S. Kids Golf Coaches Institute has announced its 2020 class of Top 50 and Master Top 50 Kids Coaches. This year's group of winners is particularly impressive as golf dealt with one of the most unusual and challenging years due to pandemic and economic conditions, as well as the boom in golf which strained time and course resources for all of our coaches. Congratulations to all of our winners!

VIEW: 2020 TOP 50 COACHES & MASTER KIDS COACHES

THE BEST PROGRAM FOR COACHES & PLAYERS Are you looking to grow your program in a fun, effective, efficient way? There is no better tool for coaches, students, and parents than the use of the U.S. Kids Golf Player Pathway. Our award-winning coaches from the U.S. Kids Golf Academy at Longleaf explain why.

A PROMISE TO OUR COACHES One of the great challenges (among many!) in 2020 for the golf industry was maintaining inventory to meet the surge in demand for golf equipment. U.S. Kids Golf made an early commitment this past year to serve our coaches first, and to do all we could to make sure no coach who needed U.S. Kids Golf equipment would have to wait. Our firm belief that the coach is the most valuable asset in golf shapes our business and culture and we will continue to prioritize serving you.

BENEFITS OF BEING A U.S. KIDS GOLF CERTIFIED COACH

A BETTER FIT IS ALWAYS BETTER FOR THEIR GAME We all know that clubs fit for kids helps them develop better in the game. But do you apply that same rationale to balls, gloves, and other products? Everything U.S. Kids Golf designs is specifically suited for the young player, looks great and performs to the highest standards. If you want the best for your students, please take a look at what some of our products could do for them.

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EVEN MORE INTEREST IN KIDS GOLF COMING? The golf world was abuzz with the recent performance of Charlie Woods and his father Tiger at the PNC Championship in Orlando, FL. The Woods family has been great participants in U.S. Kids Golf events in South Florida. Even more exciting was the obvious enjoyment that the two were having playing golf together. Many experts feel this could spur increased interest in getting kids and families out on the course.

READ MORE: TIGER & CHARLIE SHOW HOW SPECIAL FAMILY GOLF IS

Ventre named Top 50 Kids Coach by U.S. Kids Golf Peachtree Corners, Ga. – Stephen Ventre, has been honoured as a Top 50 Kids Coach by U.S. Kids Golf, the world’s leading organization in developing young golfers. The Award recognizes coaches who have excelled in developing players, fostering a positive environment, and using the best available resources to help advance their students. The Top 50 Kids Coaches of 2020 includes golf professionals from 24 states, and three international countries. Each year, award recipients include coaches who work at public, private, resort and municipal courses. “A good coach teaches golf. A great coach instills a love of golf. These are great coaches, the best.” explains Dan Van Horn, the President and Founder of U.S. Kids Golf. “To make learning exciting and fun is a gift, and we’re excited to honor these coaches as the best of the best in bringing young players into the game.” Presented since 2004, the U.S. Kids Golf Top 50 Coach award, is widely recognized as the pinnacle achievement for junior golf coaches worldwide. Candidates are evaluated by a selection committee from among the Certified Coach candidates based on a variety of factors. These include innovation, creativity, retention, communications, parental engagement, organization, and the ability to instil a passion for the game in young golfers. Award recipients will be recognized in a variety of ways including being featured in various media platforms sharing their expertise. About U.S. Kids Golf U.S. Kids Golf is the world’s leading organization for growing, promoting and enhancing golf among youth and families. Founded in 1997, U.S. Kids Golf offers three distinct lines of clubs in up to nine sizes, hosts more than 1500 tournaments – including the U.S. Kids Golf World Championship held annually in Pinehurst, NC, and has over 1600 members as part of its Coaches Institute. Additionally, the organization is active in several projects and campaigns designed to grow the sport among important demographics. In 2018, U.S. Kids Golf was recognized by the National Golf Foundation as one of the “Top 100 Businesses in Golf” based on influence, innovation, and social good among other criteria. Connect with U.S. Kids Golf

Measure your player's height in inches with shoes on and select the correct size below to explore each option for your player's specific height. We compare our entry level, beginner to intermediate, intermediate to advanced systems to help determine the right clubs to purchase.

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The Simple Path to Teaching Golf

To make it fun for players to learn while staying motivated to improve, the Player Pathway provides the perfect program for kids, parents, and coaches. With an easy to follow curriculum combined with awards, players can progress from beginner to elite player!

It includes 10 Levels, each includes Putting, Around the Green, Full Swing, Knowledge, and Scoring.

Special “Star Awards” are included for completing Levels 5 and 10.

A progressive learning program that provides attainable goals, awards frequently, while furthering development and skills.

Easy to understand books, with simple and effective methods to teach, learn, and advance. 

Celebrate milestone achievements with Gold Star (Level 5) and Platinum Player (Level 10) Awards

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This allows coaches to monitor student progress and completion through Levels 1-10, as their student’s passion for the game grows.

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A Solid Curriculum

Gold Star Award

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The U.S. Kids Golf Boston Tour is here!

The Boston Spring Local Tour will open for registration on Wednesday, March 9th at 3 pm EST.

* An additional $15 will be applied during Late Registration. All deadlines are EST.