Golf is a great sport to get your kids interested in. Unlike other sports, it won’t result in injuries, but will still get them outdoors in nature, keep them moving, and build some healthy competition. It could even further their education by earning them a scholarship or help them with their careers! Use the guide below to get your child interested in playing golf and start teaching them the skills they’ll need to succeed.

Guide to Getting Children into Golf

How to Start

Children lose interest in the sport of golf—or any other hobby—when it stops being fun. It’s up to you to make sure that they enjoy playing. Take them to the course yourself in addition to their lessons. Time your visit to the golf course during a slow time, so your child won’t feel uncomfortable holding up groups behind you.

Always get a golf cart and let your child drive—this is a fun treat for the younger kids that they’ll love. As they master their game, put success within their reach to boost their confidence. This could include letting them tee-off from the 150-yard marker or coming up with your own scoring. Invest in quality clubs and golf clothing so they feel pride in the sport.

When to Start

It’s easiest to get children interested in golf lessons at a young age, since teenagers can become distracted by technology or other interests. You can start teaching them on your own when they are as young as two or three with plastic toy clubs. At this point, you don’t need to focus on their technique, so just let them have fun with it. Many parents start their children in professional lessons around the age of six or seven.

Royal Kunia Country Club is the perfect place to get your child interested in golf. It has built a reputation as the most picturesque public golf course on Oahu, and it was designed for beginners or players with a low golf handicap. Reserve your tee time on their website or by calling them at (808) 688-9222!