Golf
Year 1

  Tri-Golf is a modified version of golf designed for children and widely used in schools as an introduction to the traditional sport.  Here is an overview of the game:            Objective:

• Some Tri-Golf activities follow a similar objective to traditional golf of players aiming to complete a course in as few strokes as possible.
• Other Tri-Golf activities are points based where players score points for hitting targets.

           Equipment:

• Tri-Golf typically uses plastic clubs and foam or plastic balls.
• The clubs are usually shorter and lighter than regular golf clubs.
• Some Tri-Golf activities require a putter (for short range and accuracy), other Tri-Golf activities require a chipper (for striking the ball into the air).
• Be sure to provide left-handed clubs for left-handed children.
• It is recommended to purchase a Tri-Golf set to ensure you have the equipment required to follow a comprehensive Unit of Work.

           Course Setup:

• Tri-Golf courses are often set up with shorter and simpler holes compared to a standard golf course.
• They may use colorful markers or cones to indicate the teeing area and the target (hole).
• Some activities include obstacles, targets and other challenges.
• Tri-Golf is an opportunity to incorporate teamwork into your lessons.

           Safety:

• Safety is a top priority in Tri-Golf.
• Players should be taught to be aware of their surroundings, keep a safe distance from other players when swinging, and never swing the club in the direction of people. It is recommended to use ‘safe zones’ for children to take their shots.

           Etiquette:

• While Tri-Golf is designed to be less formal than traditional golf, it is still important to teach children basic golf etiquette, such as respecting their fellow players, waiting for their turn, and taking care of the equipment.

           Fun and Learning:

• The primary goal of Tri-Golf is to make golf enjoyable and accessible for children while helping them develop basic golf skills, such as aiming, swinging, and putting.

In Key Stage One Golf, children should explore different ways of moving, developing movement and coordination.  They should continue to develop key fundamental movement skills, both with and without a ball, improving their ability to move in a safe, controlled way. Our Year 1 Golf lesson plans help children develop manipulation skills - pushing, rolling and putting a ball towards a target, performing with some control and accuracy and understanding the importance of using equipment safely.

Golf lessons play an important role in primary school PE.  They provide opportunities for children to increase confidence and competence, and develop key movement skills such as running, balancing, coordination, control, throwing and catching. Golf lessons also give children a chance to participate in games, using skills learnt to achieve success. Primary School Golf is also great for hand eye coordination development and giving children an opportunity to successfully control a variety of sports equipment.

All PE Planning lesson plans are created by PE Specialists and include all the resources required to deliver a complete Unit of Work.  Each lesson plan includes full guidance, including illustrations, and you can choose to download either a quick reference plan or a full lesson plan. Our Year 1 Golf lesson plans follow the National Curriculum and allow you to deliver fun, engaging and rewarding Golf lessons to your Year 1 pupils.  Best of all, our Year 1 Golf lesson plans are quick and easy to download and follow, making your life easier!