• We will try to notify families 2-3 hours prior to the start of class if class is cancelled due to inclement weather like, heavy rain, lightning/thunder, extreme heat, air quality due to smoke, etc.  Please make sure to check your email.
• Classes at SOZO location (Yakima), will be held indoors using our classroom space, if inclement weather doesn’t affect travel to the location.
• Please do not attempt to attend classes during extreme weather conditions.
• If no cancellation is announced, class is still held as scheduled. We will make adjustments to activities to work around mildly inclement weather such as light rain, heat or smoke.
• If lightening is within 8 miles of our classes, classes will be suspended immediately and resume once the lightening has cleared out the area, if possible!  
• If we have to cancel due to inclement weather, we may decide to add a make-up class, if our schedule permits.  

• We do not offer make-up classes unless we are not full in another class(es) that would be suitable for families to make up. If class(es) are full, we do not make exceptions.  This will only apply during the same season (spring, summer, fall, winter).
  • Example – If participant A misses the first class of the Spring Session, then he can only make-up that class in the Spring Session, if all the parameters are met above.
• Please email the location’s Program Director/Lead Coach prior to class of all known absences for the session. This will ensure we are making necessary accommodations.

• We ask that all parents arrive 15 minutes prior to class start time. This will allow all participants to receive any information from our coaches, staff or volunteers, sign-in and retrieve their name tags. Ensure your child uses the restroom or comfort station prior to class time. We understand that time is valuable for families as well as to FTCW Programming.

• Everyone needs to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. During the summer months, wear a hat and bring a sweat towel to keep dry. If you have golf clubs, bring them but if you don’t, clubs will be provided at the programming locations.

REQUIRED DRESS AT THE GOLF COURSE

• Tennis, golf or flat-soled shoes
• Hats/visors must be worn brim forward
• Shorts/skorts must be of appropriate length
• Collared shirts or mock turtlenecks must be worn and for males, tucked-in
• For females, if a shirt without a collar is worn, it must have sleeves
• Pants/shorts/skorts with pockets are strongly recommended for children ages 7-9 when initially beginning the program
• Please wear sunscreen, when possible.

*Should a host site or facility location have a stricter dress code, its policy takes priority

PROHIBITED DRESS AT THE GOLF COURSE

• Denim shorts, short-shorts, short tennis skirts, cut-offs, gym shorts, jeans

• Our sessions run for 4 to 8-weeks depending on each season (Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall). Participants age 5 & up attend one hour, one and a half hour class or two hour class depending on age group.

• Classes are conducted by First Tee trained coaches and volunteers. Classes are led through a variety of golf skills on the course including putting, pitching, chipping and full-swing while the First Tee Life-Skills Experience is seamlessly included in the our curriculum. Check out our What We Teach page for more details!

• Yes, parents are more than welcome to watch your child during class, but we ask that you do it from a reasonable distance and to refrain from interacting with your child or the class. Every facility is different so please ask your child’s coach where the best place to watch the class is if you so choose.

• Requests to transfer session locations are subject to availability. There is no
  fee for transferring your dates of registration.
• If your child is unable to participate in the whole session, a full refund will be issued.

• No child is ever turned away due to an inability to pay. Financial aid is always available! Apply during registration. $125/Session (for ages 5-18)
• Yes, $125 covers everything the child will need for the entire session.

• We are so excited to have your child be a part of the FT-CW, but the classes are limited to the number of kids we can accommodate – safely and provide the most amazing experience. Should your child be on the waitlist – should a participant who has signed up suddenly drop out, we will contact the family who is next in line to participate in this class. We try to contact families who want classes – alternative classes that might work for the families.

The age groups are:

• Age 5-6
• Age 7-9
• Age 10-11
• Age 12-13
• Age 14+

Some locations or classes may combine age groups.

• The age a participant is on the first day of any session will dictate what class they sign-up for.
• If a child has a birthday in the middle of a session that moves them up, they will remain in the current class until the next session.  For example, a child turning 10 in the middle of a session, will remain in the 8-9 year old class.

• We will do our best to accommodate families with several kids who are wanting to participate in classes together BUT we prefer to keep each group at their age appropriate classes. The curriculum is designed for the specific age groups, kids staying in their age group will ensure that kids are getting a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate.

• The age groups are:
  • Age 5-6
  • Age 7-9
  • Age 10-11
  • Age 12-13
  • Age 14+

• Participants must be five (5) years old to eighteen (18) years old before registering for a class. Children who are four (4) years old can be registered if they turn 5 before the first day of class.  The age of the child ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE SESSION dictates what Age Level they can register for.

• There are no residency requirements. To find a location near you please visit our programming locations page.

• There is no prior golf experience needed.  Our coaches are trained in positive youth development.  That means they are experts in making young people feel comfortable and assure they have a positive, non-intimidating experience.

• FT- CW is an age-based program. Our primary focus is life skills, we feel it is important to keep participants at their age level because the curriculum is specifically designed to be age-appropriate.

• Equipment is provided at all locations. Children may bring their own clubs. We are not responsible for missing items. Ensure your child gives borrowed clubs back to their coach before leaving the course. And, ensure all personal clubs are in their bags before leaving class.

• Depending upon the time of year – classes in the Spring, Fall and Winter – the classes are held after school. In the summer, we coordinate with local courses to schedule classes at times when the course and practice areas are less crowded with public players.
• Programming class time duration and length of weeks may vary from session to session.

• Registration is usually held 30-40 days prior to the start of each session (i.e. early March for Spring session that starts in April). Classes fill quickly so please pay attention to emails and our website when to register.

• Classes are held at several golf facilities throughout Central Washington. To find a location near you please visit our programming locations page.

1. YES! You can register for as many classes as you would like – as long as there is room. Your child will only improve faster and have more FUN playing – AND meet more friends!