First Tee – Savannah builds Game Changers by empowering kids and teens to grow through golf and life skills. By combining golf with character development, our trained coaches create a safe, supportive environment where participants build confidence, resilience, and skills they can use on and off the course—at school, with friends, and into college and careers.
Participants develop lifelong skills such as emotional management, goal-setting, conflict resolution, appreciation of diversity, and golf fundamentals as they progress through the program. Each age group engages with First Tee’s 5 Key Commitments while building a strong foundation in golf.
Ages 7–9:
Have fun, build confidence, learn golf basics, and form positive relationships.
Ages 10–11:
Explore character skills, grow enthusiasm for golf, and practice positive behaviors.
Ages 12–13:
Develop golf skills and character through collaboration, growth, and mastery.
Ages 14+:
Strengthen character, advance golf skills, and plan for future goals on and off the course.
Beginner Classes
Our Beginner classes are designed for youth ages 7–18 who are new to the game of golf. The First Tee 9 Core Values are taught during these sessions. Participants learn basic skills such as putting, chipping, and full swing in a fun and supportive environment while building confidence, sportsmanship, and life skills on and off the course.
Intermediate Classes
Our Intermediate classes are for participants of all ages who have progressed beyond the beginner level and are ready to refine their skills. Youth continue developing their swing, short game, and course knowledge while building confidence and life skills through golf. The First Tee 5 Key Commitments are taught during these sessions. A First Tee assessment is required to enroll in this level.
Advanced Classes
Advanced classes are designed for participants of all ages who are ready to take their game to the next level. Sessions focus on on-course play, shot strategy, consistency, and leadership. The First Tee 5 Key Commitments are taught during these sessions. Participants must complete a First Tee assessment prior to enrolling in this class.
Little Putters Ages 4 – 6
Little Putters classes are designed for children ages 4–6 and introduce golf through fun, age-appropriate activities. Classes are typically 40 minutes long and focus on basic motor skills, putting fundamentals, and having fun in a positive, playful environment.
Adaptive Golf
Our Adaptive Golf classes, in partnership with GSGA Adaptive Golf, support participants of any age who want to learn and enjoy the game of golf. The goal of this program is to help each participant find the techniques, equipment, and resources that best fit their abilities so they can confidently play and enjoy the game.
LPGA *USGA Girls Golf
Girls Golf inspires confidence, community, and love for the game in girls of all ages. To learn more visit our page: LPGA *USGA Girls Golf – First Tee Savannah
Mentor Golf x Watson Links
Mentor Golf pairs youth with caring adult mentors to build relationships, confidence, and life skills through playing and learning the game of golf together. To learn more, visit our page: Watson Links Mentor Golf
Savannah Junior Golf Association
The Savannah Junior Golf Association is designed for advanced participants seeking competitive playing opportunities to prepare for college-level golf and ranking points; participants must be able to shoot under 100 in an 18-hole tournament to be eligible. To follow the schedule, visit: Savannah Junior Golf Event :: Schedule
Summer Camps
First Tee Summer Camps offer a fun, week-long experience during the summer, typically held Monday–Thursday. Camp locations and dates vary, and sessions are usually 2 hours each day, giving participants the opportunity to build golf skills, confidence, and life skills in an engaging and active environment.