First Tee - Central Iowa

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First Tee - Central Iowa

We are a youth development organization teaching life skills and healthy habits to kids, ages 7-18, using the game of golf as our conduit.

Learn more —>https://firstteecentraliowa.org/
Beyond the Fairways https://birdease.com/beyondthefairways We believe every kid deserves the chance to build inner strength before the world demands it, to find the joy that comes with feeling confident in their own skin before the world makes it feel impossible, and to access experiences and spaces where personal growth happens. We exist to enable kids to build the strength of character that empowers them.

08/19/2026

⛳ September Girls Golf Clinic!!! ⛳

School may be in session, but we are still golfing! Sign up today and come enjoy some fall golf, whether it's mastering a swing, aiming for the green, or just enjoying the game and making friends, we've got something for everyone!

September Clinic
When: Saturday, September 19th
Location: West Grand Golf
Time: 8:00 - 9:30 AM
REGISTER HERE! 👇👇
https://firstteecentraliowa.org//wendy-carlson-girls-golf/

07/28/2026

Summer may be coming to a close, but golf season is rolling on! Sign up today and join us for a fun night of golf, pizza, and making memories! We will be hosting this event on August 4th from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm at Woodland Hills Golf Course.

Our annual Mother/Daughter Golf Outing is a fun non-competitive golf outing for women and daughters to have fun on the golf course. This event is a 9-hole best shot that will be hosted at the Woodland Hills Executive 9. This fun event is limited to the first 18 teams so register early!

This event is FREE for girls who purchased the 2025/2026 Girls Golf membership.

Register Here 👇

https://firstteecentraliowa.org/wendy-carlson-girls-golf/

07/27/2026

Due to the Extreme Heat WARNING, this morning’s programs at Coldwater Golf Links and West Grand Golf for the 12-18 age group has been cancelled! ☀️🔥

07/24/2026

Due to the potential for heavy rain, this morning’s programs at Coldwater Golf Links for the 7-11 age group has been canceled. ⛈

06/19/2026

🏌️‍♀️ Meet our Game Changer of the Week – Finnegan! ⛳️

We’re excited to celebrate Finnegan as our Game Changer of the Week at the Woodland Hills Golf Course / Des Moines Driving Range program site!

Over the past two weeks, Finnegan has been an outstanding member of our First Tee family. He has made tremendous progress in his putting, chipping, pitching, and full swing skills, and his dedication to improving has truly impressed our coaches.

What stands out even more, though, is Finnegan’s positive attitude. His commitment to getting better, kindness toward others, and eagerness to learn have made a lasting impact on everyone around him. Watching his curiosity and passion for the game grow has been a joy for our First Tee coaches. Keep up the great work, Finn! ⛳👏

You can learn more about Finnegan here: 👇 https://firstteecentraliowa.org/golfer-of-the-week/
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06/17/2026

Due to the potential for dangerous weather, this morning’s programs for the 7-11 age group has been canceled. Stay safe out there! ⛈
We will keep monitoring the weather and make a decision on the 12-18 age group at approximately 8:15.

06/13/2026

👏 This week’s Game Changer spotlight goes to Royce! 🌟

Royce has shown what it means to lead by example—bringing a positive attitude, staying engaged, showing respect, and working hard to improve his golf game by listening to his coaches. 🏌️‍♂️

💚 At First Tee, we’re about more than golf. We’re helping young people build character, develop confidence, and learn life skills that will serve them on and off the course. Royce is a great example of what that looks like in action!

Way to go, Royce! Keep up the great work! 👏

🏌️‍♂️ Get to know Royce and learn more here: 👉 https://firstteecentraliowa.org/golfer-of-the-week/

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06/12/2026

A huge thank you to Fareway Stores and their generous customers for raising $4,350 in support of First Tee – Central Iowa! We are incredibly grateful for this partnership and the commitment to helping local youth thrive. This donation directly supports our mission of providing high-quality character-building programs through the game of golf to young people across Central Iowa. Thank you for making a lasting impact in our community! ⛳💙

06/11/2026

Due to the potential for dangerous weather, this morning’s programs have been canceled for all locations. Stay safe out there! ⛈

Address

8050 Golf House Drive
Des Moines, IA
50211

Telephone

(515) 745-0080

Website

http://www.firstteecentraliowa.org/

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