Program
First Tee of Greater Philadelphia
A golf program for young people in the Philadelphia area. It runs First Tee programs, girls' golf, a caddie academy, and Down the Shore programs, and it offers scholarships for participants.
- Low cost
- Newcomers welcome
- Kids OK
- Background check
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What they do
Kids ages 5 to 18 join golf sessions that build golf skills and life skills, and can take part in girls golf and other programs. Adults can volunteer as coaches after a background check and SafeSport training.
Who it is for
- Who can join
- Open to anyone
- Ages
- Ages 5 to 18
- Who is there
- Kids, Teens
When and where
Sessions run through the year. Each class lasts one hour. Session dates change, so check the registration page.
Main site
- Address
- 800 Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19128
- Part of the city
- Lower Northwest
John F. Byrne Golf Club
Walnut Lane Golf Club
Topgolf Northeast Philadelphia
Your first visit
Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.
First step: For kids: create an account on the Register page, buy the $20 yearly membership, and sign up for a session. For adult coaches: contact Jake Ruane, Program Manager, and fill out the information form..
You need to sign up first.
What to expect
Each class lasts one hour and opens with a warm up, then moves into activities that build golf skills and life skills. Coaches and volunteers supply the equipment, so kids only need comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. Adult volunteers observe a class before they start coaching.
Tips for your first visit
- Bring a water bottle, comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes
- If you bring your own clubs, label them with first and last name
- Watch for the confirmation email after you register, and a reminder the day before class
Newcomer welcome
Welcoming to newcomers (4 out of 5). Why we say this: The FAQ says no experience is needed and walks through registration, and the volunteer page says all experience levels are welcome with training provided.
Cost and commitment
- Cost
- Low cost. A $20 yearly membership per child covers registration for any program during the year. Financial aid can be requested when you sign up.
- How often
- Seasonal
Access and languages
- Wheelchair access
- We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
- Languages spoken
- We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Requirements
- This group asks for a background check.
- Children can take part with a parent.
What to bring or wear: Water bottle, comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. Coaches and volunteers supply the golf equipment, and labeled personal clubs are welcome.
How to reach them
We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.
- Website: firstteephiladelphia.org Source: firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Phone: 215-482-3370 Source: firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Contact: Jake Ruane, Program Manager (volunteer contact) Source: firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026
Sources and last check
Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.
- Last seen active
- September 2026 (See the evidence)
- Last checked by our team
- October 8, 2026
- Status
- Active
- Our confidence in this listing
- High
- firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, What they do, Kind, Location, Cost, First step, Contacts, Status, Roles
- pysc.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Lead
- firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Audience, Cost, First step, What to expect, First visit tips, Requirements
- firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Audience, What they do
- firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: First step, Cost, Schedule
- firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Location
- firstteephiladelphia.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: First step, Requirements, Roles
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