The First Tee of Boyne Highlands

More Than Just a Game! 
Learning 9 Core Values and 9 Healthy Habits through the game of golf.

The First Tee is open to all youth ages 5 and up.  Our coaches and volunteers integrate Nine Core Values (honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, responsibility, perseverance, courtesy and judgment) along with Nine Healthy Habits into the life-long game of golf.  The emphasis is promoting self-discovery in a fun atmosphere.

Children do best when enrolled in Certifying Classes with the idea of progressing through levels.  They may enroll in multiple sessions and camps.  Players progress when they display mastery of golf and life skills.  The cost is $35 annual membership fee plus $15 for each session (unless noted).  Scholarships available. 

Registration for all classes begins Monday, April 16.  To register, or for more information, visit www.thefirstteeboynehighlands.org, or call 231.526.3168.

Are you a returning participant and not sure about what level to register for?  Email us at programs@thefirstteeboynehighlands.org - we'll help you out!

Volunteer opportunities are available!  If you love working with kids and are interested in volunteering, please contact Shauna Bezilla at shauna@thefirstteeboynehighlands.org, or at 231.526.3168.
 

2012 PROGRAMS

 *Please note, class schedules are subject to change. You must pre-register as class sizes are limited. All classes meet at the Bartley House at Boyne Highlands, unless otherwise noted.

Fall After-School Sessions

Youth Ages 7+

• Monday through Thursday from 3:30-5 through October 4.  You choose the dates that work best for your family.
• Class will be held regardless of weather.
• Call 526-3168 or email programs@thefirstteeboynehighlands.org to sign up.  Invite your friends too!

Spring After-School Sessions

Player/ Par Level (ages 7+)
       Tuesday & Thursday 4pm-6pm, May 8-June 7

Birdie Level (2+ years of TFT & passed PAR exam)
       Wednesday 4pm-6pm, May 9 - June 6

Harbor Springs Middle School Golf Club (open to 6-8 graders. Classes meet at Harbor Point Golf Club)
       Friday 3:15pm-5pm, May 4 - June 1

Day Camps (Ages 7+)

Choose morning or afternoon session.  Abilities and ages are grouped at the class.  $30/camp. 

July 2-3 & 5-6  Mon / Tues / Thurs / Fri
        9am - 12pm (Camp A)
        1pm - 4pm (Camp B)

July 9-13  Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri
        9am - 12pm (Camp C)
        1pm - 4pm (Camp D)

August 6-10  Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri
        9am - 12pm (Camp E)
        1pm - 4pm (Camp F)

Little Linksters Classes (Ages 5+)

For new & younger players.  Classes take place for 3 weeks; choose between Wednesday evenings and/or Friday mornings.  Children may participate in any or all of the sessions for $10 per session.    

LL A - Wednesday  5:30pm - 6:30pm, June 13, 20, 27
LL B - Wednesday  6:30pm - 7:30pm, June 13, 20, 27
LL C - Friday  8:30am - 9:30am, June 15, 22, 29
LL D - Wednesday  5:30pm - 6:30pm, July 18, 25, August 1
LL E - Wednesday  6:30pm - 7:30pm, July 18, 25, August 1
LL F - Friday  8:30am - 9:30am, July 21, 27, August 3
LL G - Wednesday  5:30pm - 6:30pm, August 15, 22, 29
LL H - Wednesday  6:30pm - 7:30pm, August 15, 22, 29
LL I - Friday  8:30am - 9:30am, August 17, 24, 31

Summer Certifying Classes

PLAYER CLASSES (Age 7+)
Students new to The First Tee or beginning golfers
Player A - Monday & Wednesday  9am-11am,  June 11 - 27
Player B - Tuesday & Thursday  10am-12pm,  June 12 - 28
Player C - Monday & Wednesday  9am-11am,  July 16 - August 1
Player D - Tuesday & Thursday  10am-12pm,  July 17 - August 2
Player E - Monday & Wednesday  9am-11am,  August 13 - 29
Player F - Tuesday & Thursday  10am-12pm,  August 14 - 30

PAR CLASSES (ages 9+)
For those with 2+ years of The First Tee experience and have passed the PLAYER exam
Par A - Monday & Wednesday  10am-12pm,  June 11 - 27
Par B - Tuesday & Thursday  9am-11am,  June 12 - 28
Par C - Monday & Wednesday  10am-12pm,  July 16 - August 1
Par D - Tuesday & Thursday  9am-11am,  July 17 - August 2
Par E - Monday & Wednesday  10am-12pm,  August 13 - 29
Par F - Tuesday & Thursday  9am-11am,  August 14 - 30

MIXED ABILITY CLASSES (ages 7+)
Open to all abilities
MA-A - Monday & Wednesday 1pm-3pm, June 11 - 27
MA-B - Tuesday & Thursday 1pm-3pm, June 12 - 28
MA-C - Monday & Wednesday 1pm-3pm, July 16 - August 1
MA-D - Tuesday & Thursday 1pm-3pm, July 17 - August 2
MA-E - Monday & Wednesday 1pm-3pm, August 13 - 29
MA-F - Tuesday & Thursday 1pm-3pm, August 14 - 30
MA-G (evening class) -  Tuesday 5:30pm-7pm, June 12 - August 28

BIRDIE LEVEL (ages 11+)
 2+ years TFT experience & passed PAR exam  --  $30
Birdie A - Monday & Wednesday 9:30am-12pm, June 11 - August 29
Birdie B - Tuesday & Thursday 2pm-4:30pm, June 12 - August 30

EAGLE LEVEL (ages 13+)
4+ years TFT experience & passed BIRDIE exam  --  $30
***Please contact The First Tee for schedule times***

GIRLS GOLF (ages 7+)
Tuesday & Thursday 5pm-7pm, June 12 - August 30

*Participants may come both times or just once a week.  Class includes a fun social activity, plus golf each meeting.  $30

Additional Opportunities

FRIDAY DROP-IN CLASSES (ages 7+)
Great for make-up classes and additional on-course time.
Fridays 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm, June 15 - August 31*

*All summer long, except on 7/6, 7/13, and 8/9. Sign up at the Bartley House by Thursday of each week.

MONDAY EVENING EVENTS
Monday evenings starting June 11 at the Cuff Links Executive Par 3 course at Boyne Highlands Resort.

Please see the event schedule website to see which events your participant qualifies for at www.thefirstteeboynehighlands.org.  

TRAVEL LEAGUE (BIRDIE LEVEL, Ages 11+)
Wednesday evenings starting June 13.  The home course is Harbor Point Golf Course and on most Wednesdays, youth players travel to other area courses.

You must be active in our BIRDIE level program and have permission to participate.  Additional costs apply and families are responsible for their own transportation to and from the course.

 Please Note:  ALL class schedules are subject to change.  You must pre-register; class size is limited.  All classes meet at the Bartley House at Boyne Highlands, unless otherwise noted.