Summer Camp Overview
Each week of camp will have campers going through different skill rotations to work on different aspects of their game. Skills will include putting, short game, full swing, and the golf course. On Friday’s, we will have a Drive, Chip , and Putt skills challenge! Participants will be encouraged to bring a water bottle and small snacks daily. First Tee – Central Arkansas will provide snacks daily, and MK Distributors will provide free beverages for participants all week. Campers do not have to own golf clubs to participate, but we will properly fit your student into U.S. Kids Golf Clubs that week.
Participant Attendance
Attendance is a key component to the success, development, and progression of the First Tee program. As part of our Summer week long camp series, participants are expected to attend all program dates. We ask that while reviewing our schedule, you choose to register for a program that your youth can commit to for the full week. Program space is limited and out of respect and courtesy for fellow participants, volunteers, and organizers, it is important to commit to the schedule.
Transfers
You may request a session transfer, but we cannot guarantee availability and requests must be made two (2) weeks in advance from the currently registered session or camp starting date.
Age Requirements
First Tee – Central Arkansas is open to all youth between the ages of 5 to 17. Participants must be the minimum age required for camp by the specific camp date chosen to participate.
Registration Fee
When registering online, the registration fee must be paid via credit card. If you wish to pay by check or cash, you must stop by the office to make your payment and complete registration. Space will not be held for incomplete registration forms. Camp registration for Annual Members is $150, and Non-Annual Members is $175.
Equipment
First Tee – Central Arkansas will provide equipment free of charge for use during our weekly curriculum programs for those that do not have their own. We will ensure that borrowed equipment meets the needs of your participant and is the correct size.
Dress Code Policy
Participants are asked to wear golf or athletic attire that is weather appropriate. This includes appropriate length shorts or pants, shirts with sleeves, tennis or flat soled closed toe shoes. Bottoms with pockets are strongly recommended.
- Hats/visors must be worn brim forward
- Shorts/skorts must be of appropriate length
- Collared or dri-fit shirts
- Tennis, golf or flat-soled shoes
Prohibited Attire
- Denim shorts, short-shorts, short tennis skirts, cut-offs, gym shorts, jeans
- Tank tops, t-shirts
Camp Policies
- Deposits are associated with a week of camp and are not refunded if canceled or an alternate week of camp is selected.
- A two (2) week notification is required to cancel a week of camp, submitted in writing using this online form 14 days prior to the camp week starting (ex, two Mondays prior to the start of camp).
- Camp tuition is due in full by 6:00pm the Wednesday prior to the camp week beginning, payable by automatic draft with a credit/debit card or electronic funds transfer (EFT) from my bank account.
- Campers must be picked up by 12:15pm. A $15 late fee will be assessed for each 15-minute interval past 12:15pm, per instance.
- Prorated tuition is not available for partial attendance of a camp week.
Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of inclement or possible inclement weather, a decision regarding the cancellation of programming will be made at a minimum 90 minutes before the scheduled start time. An email will be sent to the address on file and follow us on social media for the most up-to-date announcements.
- If heat index reaches 95 degrees: We will keep campers out of the sun, all high intensity activities will be cancelled. Only shaded activities remain outside.
- If heat index reaches 100+ degrees: We will keep campers inside and all outdoor activities will be are cancelled.
