At First Tee – Minnesota, we’re focused on building character through golf! We provide a safe and welcoming space for all kids and teens – to come as they are and experience the fun of golf.
We’re excited to introduce our newest program location at Swan Lake Country Club in Pengilly, where young people can build confidence, learn life skills, and develop their golf game in a fun and supportive environment. View the Swan Lake Country Club Virtual Tour Flyover by Hole.
Registration is Open for Junior Golf!
Classes begin 6/5/2026
8-10 AM on Fridays
8 – week program for $40.00
Ages 6-17
Program Details
- Age-based classes and clinics offered seasonally
- Both golf and life skills focus
- All abilities and skill levels welcome
- Financial aid and equipment available
- Led by dedicated, caring and trained coaches
- Various stations – putting, chipping, driving range
- Opportunities to play the course
Financial Aid
We are committed to making sure no child is turned away due to financial reasons. To apply for financial aid, please follow the steps below.
Applying for Financial Assistance is now part of our online registration process. If you would like a video tutorial, please click here.
Step 1: Register your child/children for the desired class by adding the selection to the cart.
Step 2: Proceed to checkout.
Step 3: Continue the registration by completing information and answering questions. When you get to the Financial Aid Page, please (x) click that you would like to apply. Answer the questions and click continue. You have the option to ask for partial or full aid for the classes in your cart.
Step 4: Proceed to checkout and click submit. Upon applying, your application will be reviewed by First Tee – Minnesota.
Step 5: Upon determination, you will receive an email with directions to complete your registration from [email protected], just like you do for completion of registration from our mass system. For a number of people, these e-mails are lost in spam. Please be on the lookout after submitting your documents. You will have 48 hours to complete your registration once approval has been given. Failure to complete your registration in 48 hours will result in your cart being abandoned, meaning your child will have lost their place in the class.
If you have any questions about financial aid, please email [email protected].
If you have any questions or would like to learn more feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].
We look forward to seeing your junior on the course!
Coach with First Tee in Pengilly
- Bring the First Tee experience to life for kids and teens
- Create a safe, welcoming environment for every young player
- Help set up, break down and check in, and guide classes
- Share the joy, excitement, and life lessons of the game
- No need to be a great golfer — just a passion for working with kids!
What You’ll Need to Do:
- Complete SafeSport Training (easy & online)
- Pass a background check
- Finish Assistant Coach Training (online)
- You don’t have to be a golf pro – just excited to teach the game!
Ready to start? For more information, contact [email protected] and [email protected] or call 218-966-4901
Donating Clubs
We have received numerous offers from people would like to donate clubs, the proceeds of which will benefit First Tee at Swan Lake. Thank to our relationship with 2nd Swing, here is an easy online way to donate clubs. 2nd Swing even covers the shipping!
Alternatively, you can reach out to Ron Smith to coordinate a club drop off in Pengilly at [email protected]. Please email [email protected] with questions about the online donation process or to receive a donation receipt.