First Tee – Colorado Rocky Mountains

First Tee – Colorado Rocky Mountains offers golf and golf skill instruction along with academic programs for kids and teens. The program also includes values-based programs, character development, and a life skills curriculum connected to the game of golf.

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Price: The junior golf program became free or reduced fee.

First Tee – Colorado Rocky Mountains is a nonprofit organization with programs for every age and skill level. The mission of First Tee – Colorado Rocky Mountains is to educate and inspire youth academically, socially, and physically through the game of golf. The organization offers values-based programs that reward responsible behavior, provide character development, and provide a fun engaging sport alternative. It was created as an alternative for under-served youth to provide academic and character development outside the regular school setting.

In 2001, Denver Junior Golf served 200 children at one location, and due to demand, the First Tee – Colorado Rocky Mountains chapter was started in 2002. In 2024, the organization served over 12,000 kids in 10 Colorado counties and is the largest First Tee chapter nationally out of nearly 160 chapters. The organization states that it will never turn any child away for inability to pay. Former Junior Golf Director, David Kolquist, is part of the leadership history of the program.

First Tee – Colorado Rocky Mountains serves the community without regard to racial, cultural, sexual or religious orientation or affiliation. It strives to build trust with children, schools and the community for a partnership that will effectively enhance the quality of life for all citizens and uses existing partnerships for cost-effective operations. The organization has earned a Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency and a 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency.

Last updated July 28, 2026.