When Should Kids Start Playing Golf? A Guide for Parents of Toddlers (Ages 3–5)

Is My Toddler Too Young to Start Golf?

If your child is between the ages of 3 and 5 and loves copying your swing, dropping balls on the green, or joining you in the golf cart, they may be more than ready to take their first swing.

Golf is one of the few sports that can start early and grow with your child for life.

What’s the Ideal Age to Start Golf?

While there's no official minimum age, most experts agree that ages 3–5 are ideal for introducing golf in a playful, non-pressured way. At this stage, children begin to develop:

·         Hand-eye coordination

·         Basic balance

·         Focus and patience

·         A desire to mimic and learn

Signs Your Toddler Might Be Ready

·         Shows interest in your golf clubs or watching golf

·         Can hold and swing a lightweight object

·         Enjoys outdoor or ball-related play

·         Responds well to encouragement and direction

How to Introduce Golf at Ages 3–5

·         Start with putting. It’s low-impact, fun, and instantly rewarding.

·         Use toddler-specific golf clubs—lightweight and sized for small hands.

·         Make it a game, not a lesson.

·         Set up a simple putting course in your backyard, living room, or garage.

Final Tip: Keep it Fun and Light

This isn’t about perfect form! It’s about planting seeds for a lifetime love of golf.

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