MyGolf Schools
The MyGolf schools’ program aims to introduce golf to school children through simple, FUN and engaging program offerings that teachers can easily deliver as part of their core curriculum requirements, even if they don’t have any experience playing or teaching golf.
There are 3 types of programs schools can select from:
1. Mini Golf (F-8)
A fun, easy and safe way for teachers to introduce their students to the sport of golf. This 4-lesson program focuses on putting and requires minimal equipment to deliver. It’s super easy to run indoors or out!
2. Pitch & Putt (Years 3-8)
A slight progression from Mini Golf, giving the students the opportunity to feel the joy of seeing the ball fly in the air through pitching and chipping. A 4-lesson program that can still be delivered in a relatively small space, with many of the activities requiring minimal set up and equipment.
3. Swing It (Years 3-8)
This program includes a variety of games and activities which can be run in various settings to introduce students to putting, chipping and full swing. The program can be run across 5 lessons, the final culminating in an on-course experience either at school, or at the local golf facility.
Sporting Schools
Schools can book a MyGolf Primary or Secondary program through Sporting Schools. Sporting Schools grants are offered every school term and the funds can be used by schools to run teacher-delivered programs or engage external coaches (accredited PGA Professionals or MyGolf Deliverer), purchase equipment, complete online teacher training and to visit local sporting clubs and facilities. If schools register their interest in golf when applying for a Sporting Schools grant and are successful in gaining funding, your state/territory program coordinator will make contact to assist you with the booking process. The structure and number of sessions offered through Sporting Schools can be flexible depending on the type of programs schools would like to deliver.
| Sporting Schools Cost Breakdown | All prices are inclusive of GST |
|---|---|
| Online teacher training (required when program delivered by teacher) | $49 |
| MyGolf school equipment kit | $549 - $1049 (+ freight) |
| Deliverer/Coaching fees | $90-120 per session* |
| Travel compensation | $40 p.h. |
| Transport to golf club/facility (optional for final week) | POA (Determined by local facilities/transport expenses) |
| Administration fee (paid to state/territory bodies) | $100 per program |
Roles and responsibilities
Schools
Apply for funding during the funding period and select golf.
Book the program through the Officials HQ (Sporting Schools booking system)
Engage a minimum of 10 and max of 30 per students per session
Deliver a minimum of 4 sessions for 45-60mins
Order MyGolf School kits prior to program commencing (if required)
Have the kit and other sports equipment on hand for coach to use during all sessions
Provide active supervision to assist coaches in all sessions
Receive and pay invoices - Coach (deliverer fee), state/territory Administration fee
Work with Local Club or Facility to arrange final week club visit (when required)
Accredited Deliverers
Register as a coach through Officials HQ
Hold current MyGolf Deliverer (formerly Community Instructor) or PGA Accreditation
Hold a current Working With Children Check / Blue Card
Communicate session schedule with school and your state golf representative
Accept program offering email from Officials HQ
Deliver a fun, safe and engaging MyGolf Sporting Schools program by following the resources provided
Report any issues with the program directly to State/Territory representative
Invoice the school directly at the completion of the program
Sporting Schools support
For further support, see the Sporting Schools Help Centre
FAQs
If you would like more information on how to become an accredited MyGolf Deliverer and deliver golf programs in schools and clubs, click here.
To assist schools with gaining a better understanding of the MyGolf Sporting Schools program offering we have put together the answers to a number of FAQs that we have received regarding the program.
Contacts
ACT/NSW Contact: Mark Ingrey Phone: (02) 9505 9105 Email: [email protected]
NT Contact: Brodie Morcom Phone: 0498 631 983 Email: [email protected]
QLD Contact: Janine Barney Phone: 0419 714 064 Email: [email protected]
SA Contact: Heath Wingard Phone: (08) 8368 9203 Email: [email protected]
TAS Contact: Damon Burley Phone: (03) 6246 7003 Email: [email protected]
VIC Contact: Daniel Scholz Phone: (03) 9626 5027 Email: [email protected]
WA Contact: Jack Retallack Phone: (08) 9367 2490 Email: [email protected]
Golf Australia Phone: (03) 9626 5046 Email: [email protected]
