First Tee – Greater Richmond

First Tee – Greater Richmond offers the First Tee Program for ages 5-18, the First Tee School Program for grades K-5, the First Tee Community Program, First Tee Matches, First Tee Tournament Series for ages 10-18, and Player Development Academy Courses for ages 10 and up. The First Tee Program meets once a week in age groups 5-6, 7-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14+, and Session 4 runs September 8, 2026 through October 17, 2026, with a Family Showcase on October 24, 2026. The Game Changer Membership is available to participants ages 5-18 for $75 and includes a backpack, junior golf hat, 10% savings on 2026 program registrations, USGA Handicap (GHIN), and Youth on Course Membership.

Programs

• First Tee Program — 5-18 · Classes meet once a week; age groups 5-6, 7-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14+
• First Tee School Program — Grades K-5
• First Tee Community Program
• First Tee Matches — $25
• First Tee Tournament Series — 10-18 · $40
• Player Development Academy Courses — 10+

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $25–$40
• General schedule: Age-based programs group participants by age (5-6, 7-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14+). Classes meet once a week. Session 4 classes run September 8, 2026 through October 17, 2026, with a Family Showcase on October 24, 2026.

About the provider

The mission of First Tee – Greater Richmond is to impact 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. Registration is first come, first serve, and participants may join a waitlist if sessions are full. Participants may only sign up for one First Tee Program class, and the Player Development Academy requires prior enrollment in an age-based First Tee Program within the last year and is limited to 16 participants.

• Game Changer Membership — 5-18 · $75 · Optional membership available to all participants ages 5-18; includes backpack, junior golf hat, 10% savings on 2026 program registrations, USGA Handicap (GHIN), and Youth on Course Membership.

Registration is first come, first serve. If sessions are full, participants may join the waitlist. A spot on the waitlist does not guarantee placement. Refunds are subject to a $15 administrative fee. Participants receiving financial aid are expected to have attendance records in good standing to remain eligible for future aid. The organization provides access to programs regardless of a participant’s ability to play. The Player Development Academy requires prior enrollment in an age-based First Tee Program within the last year and is limited to 16 participants.

Last updated October 26, 2026.