4. Running-your-School-of-Golf-Class.docx

The graphic provides an example overview of the suggested schedule of a class within each of the stages of the program. Taster classes can be delivered as a free class during school time, or after school, or alternatively as a short assembly taster. At Stage One and Two, classes are recommended to...

The graphic provides an example overview of the suggested schedule of a class within each of the stages of the program. Taster classes can be delivered as a free class during school time, or after school, or alternatively as a short assembly taster. At Stage One and Two, classes are recommended to be 60 minutes in duration, taking place at the school at Stage One and at the club for Stage Two. Here is an example of the class timetables. Stage One and Two run consecutively over a total of 5 weeks for each stage. Each stage is designed to progressively build the children's skills and exposure to areas of the game. Therefore, each class has been designed to include a focus on different skills and learning the game, as well as whole child topics. The two stages are structured as shown. Taster classes are designed to give children at the school exposure to the Stage One program you will be delivering at the school. The goal of these 30 minute classes is not to aim to develop the child's skills within the game, but merely give them a flavour of learning the game of golf and the format of the program in a fun experience. We have put together an example of how a taster class should be structured, which is explored in further detail in the class plans. You should start with a short introduction to the group and explain the learning outcomes for the taster class. Follow with the warm up game away from the main game stations used in the class. Then, children should play in pairs or groups and rotate around the game stations. During a taster assembly you should aim to introduce the Stage One program that will be on offer at the school in the coming weeks. To give children a sense of the format of the program use a simple putting game such as Domino Race and ask for volunteers to play in two teams in front of the assembly. Create a fun competition and encourage support from the audience when the game is taking place and you can even ask a teacher to join in! Make sure at the end of the competition you announce the winners, thank them for participating and reference the Stage One Letter that each child will go home with at the end of the day giving further details about the program. Stage One classes take place at the school, ordinarily after school, but they may also be during school time depending on the needs of the specific school. These classes are 60 minutes in duration and the aim of the classes are to expose the child to learning the game of golf using adapted equipment across different areas of the game. We have put together an example of how a Stage One class should be structured, which is explored in further detail in the class plans. You should start with a short introduction to the group and explain the learning outcomes for the taster class. Follow with the warm up game away from the main game stations used in the class. Then, children should play in pairs or groups and rotate around the game stations exploring the skills and learning outcomes. Stage Two classes take place at the golf club, ordinarily after school or at weekends, but they may also be during school time depending on the needs of the specific school. These classes are 60 minutes in duration and the aim of the classes are to expose the child to learning the game of golf using real equipment across different areas of the game, building on the skills learnt in Stage One. We have put together below an example of how a Stage Two class should be structured, which is explored in further detail in the class plans. You should start with a short introduction to the group and explain the learning outcomes for the class, discussing the importance of safety. Follow with the warm up game at the start of the class away from the main game stations being used. The children should play in pairs or groups and rotate around the game stations exploring the skills and learning outcomes. There should also be an opportunity to help each child on an individual basis on their skill development. To assist you in planning and organizing your Junior School of Golf programs, you can access downloadable class plans through the Coaches Toolbox for each of the program stages. Visit the Junior School of Golf program page and choose the class plan section. You can view these via the Hub or download them to your device. The Class Layout and Setup section of the class plan will provide you with a recommendation of how to layout each section of your class to ensure it is delivered safely and meets the delivery of the learning outcomes. Each class plan will list the specific equipment required to deliver the games within the class. The timetable provides you with an overview of what is delivered in the class and how the class is broken down across the duration. The class plan includes a Warm up Game that you can use, as well as fundamental movement skills you can explore with the children. Each class plan includes Game Cards that the junior attempt with a partner or in groups during the class. Also included is the elements that you can introduce to the child within the Learning the Game learning outcome. Lastly, plans include a focus within the Whole Child learning outcome and ideas of what you can introduce to the junior throughout the class. At the end of each stage, it is vital that you reward children for their participation in the program and provide them and the parents with information relating to the next step. Built into the Coaches Toolbox and the School of Golf page is everything you need to congratulate children on their involvement and drive engagement in to the next stage. A template is provided which you can tailor via the Marketing Toolbox to provide to children at the end of the taster class and final week of Stage One. This will give parents further information about the next stage. Template certificates are provided which you can tailor via the Marketing Toolbox to provide to children at the end of each stage congratulating them for their participation. The success of the School of Golf program and the conversions from one stage to the next, and then into further programming at the club will in the main be driven by the child and the families experience within each class. We are providing you with all the tools you need to make it a success, but you have a critical role to play in delivering a great experience for those who attend. Remember when implementing the program it\'s all about creating memorable positive experiences for the child and the family to drive them to sign up to the other junior programs and engage in club activities and membership. Always keep the class lighthearted and fun! Nothing will do more damage to the success of the program like a perception by the child, the school or the family that the environment isn't safe. Always keep this in mind so you can create a sense that activities at the school and club are always delivered with the welfare of the child in mind. Remember that there may be a range of ages and abilities attending your School of Golf class. Therefore, make sure that the flow of the class is as inclusive as possible for all participants. Focus on creating a supportive atmosphere with team-work at its heart. Preparation will be key to the successful delivery of your School of Golf program. Not only will this help you enjoy the class, but it will also create a great image of you and your club to the child, the school and the family. You also need to make sure you have all the information you need to convert participants into your other programs. Finally, the program stages are a shop window for juniors and parents into life at your club and the Junior Golf Academy program. Strive to ensure that all involved create an environment and atmosphere that allows the child and the family to be confident and comfortable at the club.