1st to Eighteen – Golf Coaching for Kids, Durban
The 1st to Eighteen Golf is a golf academy for youngsters between the ages of 6 and 12. Based at Royal Durban Golf Club, the Academy was started in 2005 by Neil Pearce, Nigel Hardy and myself and we are extremely passionate about junior golf and introducing youngsters to this wonderful game. Our focus is on introducing children to golf, teaching them all facets of the game, including how to score, the rules of golf and etiquette, and giving them the confidence to join the Junior Section of Royal Durban Golf Club where they will be able to play in the Junior competitions
All equipment is provided so youngsters joining 1st to Eighteen do not need their own golf clubs or golf balls. The coaches are fully trained and provide a totally professional approach ensuring your child receives the best possible advice and guidance. Lessons are conducted in a friendly and fun environment that will keep interest and enthusiasm levels high
Our value system is based on 9 core principles, all of which are inherently positive values connected with the game of golf. They are: Responsibility, Etiquette, Honesty and Integrity, Sportsmanship, Respect, Confidence, Perseverance, Courtesy and Judgment
One of our testimonials is from a very special man, The late Roy Parker of Natal Nomads Golf “Never underestimate the importance of what you are doing for golf”
Find out more here: www.1218golf.com
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Hi
do u guys have boarding? I was aiming to bring my 6 year daughter for winter lessons, taking advantage of the winter school holidays. Reason is I am staying in
Bloemfontein and so can’t bring her in and out.
Thanks
tau. radipolane @dcs.gov.za
Hi Tau
The 1st to 18 golf academy only operates during the school term on Saturday mornings and there are no boarding facilities. I suggest you take your daughter to Schoeman Park Golf Club who have a junior academy at 14:30 on Friday afternoons. You can check out their website – http://www.schoemanparkgolfclub.co.za – and contact the Pro Shop on 051 448 3122
Kind regards
Antony
Hi
What age do you recommend starting from? My son is almost 4. Too young?
Hi Dave, Apologies for the late reply, 1st to 18 recommends starting golf lessons for youngsters from age 6. When your little guy is 6 please bring him down to Royal Durban where we will gladly help him with his golf. In the mean time you are more than welcome to pop down on any Saturday morning during the school term between 08:30 and 10:30 an see what we do
Yours in Golf
Antony
I wish to enroll my son to your institution.I will appreciate if you can respond.
Hi Mluleki, great to chat with you a week or so ago and apologies for the late reply. We look forward to meeting you and your son at Royal Durban next Saturday morning, 14 October, at 08:30
We will be on the practice green from about 08:15 and we will be dressed in our 1st to 18 golf uniforms – blue shirts with our logo and blue trousers
Look forward to seeing you on Saturday
Yours in golf
Antony
Hi
What is your fee structure please advise
Hi Nobantu, apologies for the late reply. Our fees are R650 per school term, we operate out of Royal Durban Club and provide all the equipment, golf clubs etc, Kind regards, Antony
Hi Antony, do you have a place for my son to start lessons this term – he is 10 years old…
Regards, Pauline
Hi Pauline, apologies for the late reply, we do have space for your son to start lessons. Please bring him to Royal Durban on Saturday at 08:15, Neil, Alvin and myself will be there. We will be dressed in blue trousers and blue shirts with the 1st to 18 logo. Yours in golf, Antony
Hi please kindly contact me regarding times and prices for lessons. My son is 8 years and has a passion for golf.
Hi Marcel, many thanks for your email. 1st to 18 golf academy operates out of Royal Durban Golf Club on Saturday mornings during the school term. Our first lesson is from 08:30 to 09:15 and is for youngsters who are new to golf. The second lesson for the more experienced youngster is from 09:15 to 10:00. Costs are R650 per school term and there is a once off admin fee of R200 which includes a 1st to 18 cap and golf shirt. We provide all the golf equipment – clubs and balls etc, so you don’t need to buy anything. Dress code is shorts / longs, collared shirt and takkies / golf shoes, Kind regards Antony
Good Day Antony when will your lessons start for the 4th term I would like to sign u my son?
Hi Radlin, lessons start for the 4th term on Saturday, 13 October at 08:30. Our first lesson is from 08:30 to 09:15 and is for youngsters who are new to golf. The second lesson for the more experienced youngster is from 09:15 to 10:00. Costs are R650 per school term and there is a once off admin fee of R200 which includes a 1st to 18 cap and golf shirt. We provide all the golf equipment – clubs and balls etc, so you don’t need to buy anything. Dress code is shorts / longs, collared shirt and takkies / golf shoes, Kind regards Antony
Thanks see you tomorrow
Hi Antony, would you do private lessons for two 11 year old boys on a Saturday? They are beginners and have so far done 5 lessons with a coach who is now leaving the DCC.
Regards
Pauline Alcock