Following on from the delivery of 'firstclubgolf' in primary schools, Golf clubs and facilities are encouraged to become involved in the delivery of 'Stage 1 clubgolf' via qualified volunteers e.g. club members. Volunteers who wish to get involved with clubgolf junior golf coaching at their golf club or facility can become trained and licensed through the Professional
Golfers Association (PGA) by attending and passing the PGA Level 1 training course.
Coach Education
The PGA Level 1 course itself is delivered by PGA Tutors normally over two consecutive days. The two days will be a combination of tutor-led sessions combined with practical delivery of mini-coaching sessions to fellow course students, during which students will undergo continuous assessment. Applicants to the PGA Level 1 courses receive a Home Study Pack from the PGA to prepare them for the weekend course.
Support for Golf Clubs Delivering Stage 1 clubgolf
Golf clubs and facilities will receive the following ongoing support after start-up of the Stage 1 programme:
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Clubgolf resources for coaches (CD Rom Coaching Manuals, waterproof coaching boards, windcheater, clubgolf signage, practice ball bag).
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Clubgolf goodies and materials for children (shoe bags, golf balls, water bottles etc).
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Clubgolf Passport & Certificate Starter Pack (resource for giving each child to monitor and reward progress through the programme).
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Facility management/development advice.
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Advice on long term junior development planning.
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Advice on sources of funding to support coach education and development of facilities.
Long-Term Club Development
Through ongoing communication and discussions with the clubgolf Regional Manager, clubgolf will be encouraging and supporting local clubs to consider establishing Junior Development Committees, Constitutions and Junior Development Plans (where these are not already in place).
For more information visit: www.clubgolfscotland-youth.co.uk
If you would like to get involved in our junior golf developments please contact us.
