Program Overview

Ages 7 – 17
April – October
Free

City Parks Foundation will continue offering age-based First Tee programming in 2023. The First Tee is a nationwide youth development organization impacting the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. Students will be grouped by age levels (7-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14+), and progress to the next course when they advance to the next age level. Once the class begins, students will be grouped based on their experience and ability.

Please check back for updates on Summer Registration in mid-April.

Important Registration Information:

To register, click on the links below (you will be automatically directed to our registration platform, LeagueApps. Please sign in using your profile info from 2023. If you do not have a profile when registering for a program, you will be prompted to create a profile for you and/or your family. This profile will be used when signing up for any CityParks Play programs moving forward. We encourage you to save your login credentials for future reference. If you are registering multiple children for programs, please only create one membership profile and add each of your children to the account. Please do not attempt to go to LeagueApps first – simply use the link provided. Should you have any questions or experience any issues with the registration process please contact us at sports@cityparksfoundation.org

Please note: Class registration typically fills up very quickly. If you are unable to register for a particular class, we encourage you to sign up for the waitlist. Waitlisted applicants will be notified by City Parks Foundation staff if a spot becomes available.

Ages 7-9
This program teaches the fundamentals of golf in a fun, safe, and empowering environment. In this age group, participants are introduced to both golf and basic life skills such as meeting and greeting, respect and courtesy.

Please check back in February for updated Spring 2025 information.

Ages 10-11
Our program for ages 10-11 supports the exploration of both character and golf skills in active and collaborative ways.

Please check back in February for updated Spring 2025 information.

Ages 12-13
This program focuses on the development of both golf and character skills. The lessons and activities empower participants to explore both golf skills and character commitments appropriate for their stage of growth and development.

Please check back in February for updated Spring 2025 information.

Ages 14+
Our program for ages 14+ places a greater emphasis on the personal development of participants. These lessons help participants elaborate on their understanding and applying what they have learned to new situations on and off the course as they evaluate, and provide evidence of their new understanding of life and golf skills.

Please check back in February for updated Spring 2025 information.

For more information, contact sports@cityparksfoundation.org or call (718) 760-6999.  

The Junior Golf Center Annex is located at the Flushing Meadows Park Pitch and Putt on Meridian Road  in Flushing Meadows Corona Park Queens, near the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, a short walk from the #7 Willets Point/Citifield subway station. View directions here.

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The Junior Golf Center Annex is presented in partnership with NYC Parks.