Golf,frequently enough perceived as a costly pastime,is seeing new initiatives aimed at attracting younger players to the sport.
Bank of America has introduced “Golf with Us,” a program designed for youths aged 6-18 who are interested in learning golf through the Youth on Course program. Many local golf courses are participating by offering free instructional clinics.
Participating courses allow children to play for $5 or less per round. Across the nation,over 2,000 courses are partners with youth on Course.Families can register via this link.
“When kids get involved in sports, they learn first-hand about achieving thier goals and develop lifelong skills that help them thrive,” said David Tyrie, President, Marketing, Digital & specialized Consumer Client Solutions, Bank of America. “By working with Youth on Course to help make golf more accessible, we’re helping grow the sport while also making a positive impact in our communities.”
The program also provides a registered handicap index within the United States Golf AssociationS Golf Handicap Information Network (GHIN) system, along with ongoing development and learning opportunities. Families interested can enroll in Youth on Course and find out more about the Golf with Us offer at BofA.com/GolfwithUs.
“golf has the power to shape young lives in incredible ways – not just through the sport itself, but through the friendships, confidence and opportunities it creates,” said Youth on Course CEO Adam Heieck. “Through this partnership with Bank of America, we’re making it possible for more kids across the country to step onto the course and discover what’s possible. This partnership is about more than just golf; it’s about opening doors and changing futures.”
Participating Golf Courses
Here’s a list of local golf courses involved in the program:
- Allendale Country Club (North Dartmouth)
- Apex Entertainment Center (Marlborough)
- Berlin CC, Bradford Country Club (Haverhill)
- Captains Golf Course (Port and Starboard) (Brewster)
- Chatham Seaside links
- Chelmsford Country Club
- Cranberry Valley Golf Course (Harwich)
- Crystal Lake Golf Course (haverhill)
- Cyprian Keys Golf Club (championship Course and Par 3) (Boylston)
- Dudley Hill Golf Club
- Garrison Golf Center (Haverhill)
- Heritage Hill Golf Course (Lakeville)
- Highland Links (Truro)
- Indian Meadows GC (Westborough)
- Kings Way GC (Yarmouth) – Barnstable County
- Little harbor Golf Course (Wareham)
- Maynard Golf Course
- Newton Commonwealth Golf Course
- North Hill CC (Duxbury)
- Norwood CC, Rockland Golf Course
- South Shore CC (Hingham)
- Stoneham Oaks Golf Course
- The Bay Pointe Club (Onset)
- The links at Mass Golf (Norton)
- Touisset CC (Swansea)
- Unicorn Golf Course (Stoneham)
- village Links GC (Plymouth)
- Waubeeka Golf Links (Williamstown)
- Wenham CC
- West Bridgewater CC
- Wyckoff CC (holyoke)
“Golf has the power to shape young lives in incredible ways – not just through the sport itself, but through the friendships…”
Understanding Youth Golf Programs
Frequently Asked questions
- What is the Youth on Course program?
- Youth on Course is a program that provides young people with access to affordable golf, allowing them to play rounds for $5 or less at participating courses.
- How can families enroll in the “Golf with Us” program?
- Interested families can enroll in Youth on Course and learn more about the “Golf with Us” offer at BofA.com/GolfwithUs.
- What does the program membership include?
- program membership includes a registered handicap index in the United States Golf Association’s Golf Handicap Information Network (GHIN) system, continued development, and learning opportunities.
By Jane Smith | BOSTON – 2025/06/04 21:05:41
