Golf for Life!
The Leisure Hour Junior Golf Program works with disadvantaged youth 7 through college. This long established program teaches the importance of education, discipline, perseverance and hard work are the true character builders for lifelong skills. Those combined with community service; giving back to our community striving to teach our goals and objectives instilling our participants with a sense of self-respect and integrity; building a strong moral character through the game of golf. Traditionally the game of golf teaches: Respect for the game, course and others; providing a structured environment where youth can receive the support of caring mentors who motivate them to succeed. As a result of this program, participants build self-esteem becoming good citizens within and outside our community. This skill set is applied on and off the golf course. Participants become excellent citizens who seek and understand the importance of education and building character through the game of golf as well as knowing they can make a difference.
Scope of Service
Learning the Game of Golf:
First year participants learn to play 9 holes of golf on a par 3 course and participate at the end of the year in a tournament. Throughout the ongoing program participants may continue to learn and play golf deciding to be competitive golfers or playing for fun with family and friends. Lessons consist of: short game, why and how to practice, definitions and explanations of your swing, how to correct swing, equipment, playing management, emotional management, pace of play and Basic Rules of Golf and golf course etiquette.
Community Service:
All juniors participate in at least 2 community service events each emphases the importance of giving back to the community and helping others less fortunate.
Education:
Classes to equip students with the tools, access, and exposure needed to reach their dreams and aspirations of attending college as well as presentations by motivational speakers provided to participants challenging them to continue their education, the Portland site is in partnership with Michael Jordan Wings Scholarship and United Negro College Fund Portfolio Project. Many scholastic opportunities are available through Oregon Junior Golf, The First Tee Program, the Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship and the E.A.G.L.E. Program through the Portland Parks and Recreation.
Transportation and Equipment:
Participants are provided with transportation to practice and equipment for activities during their learning experience.
MISSION STATEMENT
“We will dedicate ourselves through understanding, compassion, and the belief that every child can achieve. We will teach youth to broaden their horizons by challenging themselves. That discipline, with perseverance and hard work, are the true character builders for life long skills.”
A youth organization striving for excellence, we recognize that it take the support of a village to raise the child.
To join our program, contact us at lhjgprogram@gmail.com or call Debbie Ingram (503) 936-8568.
The Leisure Hour Junior Golf Program works with disadvantaged youth 7 through college. This long established program teaches the importance of education, discipline, perseverance and hard work are the true character builders for lifelong skills. Those combined with community service; giving back to our community striving to teach our goals and objectives instilling our participants with a sense of self-respect and integrity; building a strong moral character through the game of golf. Traditionally the game of golf teaches: Respect for the game, course and others; providing a structured environment where youth can receive the support of caring mentors who motivate them to succeed. As a result of this program, participants build self-esteem becoming good citizens within and outside our community. This skill set is applied on and off the golf course. Participants become excellent citizens who seek and understand the importance of education and building character through the game of golf as well as knowing they can make a difference.
Scope of Service
Learning the Game of Golf:
First year participants learn to play 9 holes of golf on a par 3 course and participate at the end of the year in a tournament. Throughout the ongoing program participants may continue to learn and play golf deciding to be competitive golfers or playing for fun with family and friends. Lessons consist of: short game, why and how to practice, definitions and explanations of your swing, how to correct swing, equipment, playing management, emotional management, pace of play and Basic Rules of Golf and golf course etiquette.
Community Service:
All juniors participate in at least 2 community service events each emphases the importance of giving back to the community and helping others less fortunate.
Education:
Classes to equip students with the tools, access, and exposure needed to reach their dreams and aspirations of attending college as well as presentations by motivational speakers provided to participants challenging them to continue their education, the Portland site is in partnership with Michael Jordan Wings Scholarship and United Negro College Fund Portfolio Project. Many scholastic opportunities are available through Oregon Junior Golf, The First Tee Program, the Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship and the E.A.G.L.E. Program through the Portland Parks and Recreation.
Transportation and Equipment:
Participants are provided with transportation to practice and equipment for activities during their learning experience.
MISSION STATEMENT
“We will dedicate ourselves through understanding, compassion, and the belief that every child can achieve. We will teach youth to broaden their horizons by challenging themselves. That discipline, with perseverance and hard work, are the true character builders for life long skills.”
A youth organization striving for excellence, we recognize that it take the support of a village to raise the child.
To join our program, contact us at lhjgprogram@gmail.com or call Debbie Ingram (503) 936-8568.
