Volunteer

Read this great article on Mentoring by Jaime Diaz from Golf Digest!

Since we are a non-profit organization, we rely not only on the donation of equipment, but also the donation of time.

If you are interested in serving in some volunteer capacity with The First Tee of Cleveland, please contact...

The First Tee of Cleveland is grateful for the support of these individuals. Volunteers are an integral part of the program and we are most appreciative. We hope that you, too, will consider becoming a volunteer. Thank you.

Empower youth, Activity Based, Mastery-Driven, Continuous Learning – Learn about The First Tee’s coaching philosophy.

Empower Youth

Become Youth Centered

Encourage positive relationships with adults and peers

Focus on developing the Whole Person

Get to know each individual’s goals in golf and life

Kids don’t care what you know until they know you care!

Activity Based

Doing versus Telling

Engage participants in fun golf related activities

Teach skills that are used in golf and daily life

Fun environment that encourages participation and enhances self worth

Exposure, Application and Mastery – Learn about what it takes to be a The First Tee Coach.

EXPOSURE

• Get to know The First Tee programs
• Attend training sessions
• Read the materials
• Participate in onsite delivery

APPLICATION

• Focus on experience
• Help others become proficient in delivery of the Life Skills

MASTERY

• High degree of proficiency in all elements of the Life Skills
• Capable of teaching other coaches and volunteers