Foundation Golf Skills
•Year 2
•Golf
•One club per group of 3, stored safely when not in use
Alternative: Plastic golf clubs, hockey sticks for beginners
3-4 balls per group, extras for lost balls
Alternative: Foam balls, tennis balls for safety
One tee per group of 3 children
Alternative: Small cones, markers to tee off from
Create waiting lines and hazard obstacles
Alternative: Markers, spots for boundaries
Various distances from 6-12 metres as targets
Alternative: Buckets, target circles drawn on ground
Create obstacles to chip over at different heights
Alternative: Jump poles, rope barriers
One per student for golf course activity
Alternative: Mini whiteboards, mental scoring
A short golf shot designed to lift the ball over obstacles and land softly
The angle of the club face that makes the ball go up in the air
An obstacle on the golf course that you need to avoid or go over
The movement of the club after hitting the ball
How you position your feet and body when preparing to hit
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Forces and motion in ball flight, gravity effects on trajectory, friction between club and ball
Spatial awareness and direction, mapping out mini golf courses, understanding distances and directions
Teamwork and cooperation, honest self-assessment, resilience when shots don't work, encouraging others
Central location with clear view of all practice areas, mobile to provide individual feedback
Safety compliance first, then technique development, peer interaction, and engagement levels
Step in for safety issues immediately, technique support when children struggle, peer assessment guidance
Use slow-motion technique demonstrations, highlight key body positions, contrast good vs needs-improvement examples
Large outdoor area minimum 30m x 20m, or sports hall with high ceiling clearance
Level grass or sports hall floor, free from holes, debris, or slippery areas
Stop signal established, immediate equipment control, first aid available, clear evacuation route identified
Sign up free to access 3 complete units per month, unlimited activity library, and your personal locker.