Thank you for joining Coach Brian and FTGH Alum Annika on today’s Instagram Live!
Here is Coach Brian’s putting leap-frog activity for you to try. This can be done on a putting green or on your carpet at home.
Trying this out?Don’t forget to take a picture or video and share with us on social media by tagging us on Instagram @TFTGreaterHou and Facebook @The First Tee of Greater Houston. We cant wait to see what you come up with!
Responsibility was our core value lesson during this week’s Instagram live!
A great way you can use responsibility at home during social distancing is through time management. Time at school has a daily structure and schedule. Create the same thing at home! Make this a family activity. Work with your parents and siblings to create a schedule for yourself and your family. Here are a few of Coach Brian’s tips for building a schedule:
Make a List
Think about your school subjects. List out all of your different school activities such as reading, math, and other academic work.
Be creative
Don’t forget subjects like art, music and dance. Draw out your dream backyard golf hole, dance to your favorite music or make up your own song about First Tee of Greater Houston. Like we said, be creative!
Get outside
Schedule at few times to get outside during the day. Go on a nature walk, take a science lesson to the backyard or just set up some free outdoor playtime.
Don’t forget other Responsibilities
School is always a priority, but don’t forget to schedule time for your other responsibilities. Take care of extracurricular projects, practice what you can for you sports teams, and don’f forget your household chores and responsibilities.
Make time for fun
Be sure to make time for some fun too. Schedule down time to work on a hobby or watch a family movie or just relax.
Build it
Now put those things together. Take the list you created and plan out your day/week. Here is an example daily schedule:
8:00 a.m. – Breakfast and morning chores
9:00 a.m. – Academic Time: Math
10:00 a.m – Academic Time: Reading
11:00 a.m. – Creative Time: Art
12:00 p.m. – Lunch
12:30 p.m. – Outdoor Time: Take a Walk
1:00 p.m. – Academic Time: Science
2:00 p.m. – Chores or Other Responsibilities
3:00 p.m. – Outdoor Time: Do a First Tee Activity or Exercise
4:00 p.m. – Finish any school work the Free Time
5:30 p.m. – Dinner
6:30 p.m. – Family Movie
8:00 p.m. – Bed
Remember this is just an example. Your responsibilities, school work and family will be different and may have different requirements.
Commit
Once you’ve made you schedule, use responsibility and commit to it. Remember your First Tee Core Value of Responsibility:
“accounting for one’s actions; dependable”
Use your schedule to stay accountable and dependable. You are responsible for your actions, not just on the golf course but everywhere.
Share with us how you are working on time management and creating schedules for yourself on our Instagram or Facebook!
Thank you for joining Coach Brian and Coach Joe on today’s Instagram Live!
Here is Coach Brian’s backyard golf hole for you to try at home. You don’t have to have all this equipment to set up this activity. You can use things around your house such as blankets, lawn chairs, or even toys. Get creative!
Setting up your own course at home?Don’t forget to take a picture or video and share with us on social media by tagging us on Instagram @TFTGreaterHou and Facebook @The First Tee of Greater Houston. We cant wait to see what you come up with!
Coach Gail has a backyard chipping drill for you to try! Get outside try this yourself! Take a picture or video and share with us on social media by tagging us on Instagram @TFTGreaterHou and Facebook @The First Tee of Greater Houston.
Equipment:
Wedge
Target; in the example Coach Gail used bed sheets to make a circle target. Blankets, golf towels and hoola-hoops are other great options. Get creative!
Practice Balls; foam balls are a great safe option. Golf and Tennis balls also work but be careful around windows!
Directions:
Set up a target area.
Create teeing ground
Practice!
Move your teeing ground to create different distances to practice from.
Sportsmanship is one of @First Tee core values and defined as:
observing the rules of play and winning or losing with grace
Players must know and abide by the rules of golf and be able to conduct themselves in a kind and respectful manner towards others even in a competitive game.
This same idea should apply off the golf course too. Show sportsmanship to a sibling or friend after a board game or challenge. Win or lose, always show grace, respect and kindness to everyone.
Our challenge
How can you show sportsmanship at the end of a round or competition while keeping social distance? Brainstorm with your parents or siblings then share your ideas below in the comments or on social media. Bonus points for pictures or videos!
Don’t forget to tag us on Instagram @TFTGreaterHou and Facebook @The First Tee of Greater Houston and use the hashtag #GolfAtHome!
Calling all participants, coaches and alumni of First Tee of Greater Houston! How are you keeping up your game at home? Show us your putt-putt courses, trick shots, or other fun ways you are practicing at home so we can share your great ideas with all of our #TFTGH family.
Be sure to use #GolfAtHome and tag First Tee and The First Tee of Greater Houston.
We can’t wait to see what you are doing to keep your game sharp!
With schools closed and activities postponed it’s so important to get up and move regularly!
Here is a 5 move First Tee class warm-up both kids and parents can do at home. Don’t have a golf club? No problem! Use a stick, towel or just pretend to be holding one.
Trying this at home? Tag us in your pictures and videos on Instagram by tagging us @TFTGreaterHou and Facebook @The First Tee of Greater Houston. .
Our coaches & volunteers are eager to return to our programming once it is safe to do so. But while we stay home and healthy First Tee of Greater Houston will be sharing activities and ideas to keep your game and mind sharp! We will update often so check back regularly!
Try one of ideas at home? Take a picture or video and share with us on social media by tagging us on Instagram @TFTGreaterHou and Facebook @The First Tee of Greater Houston.
Join us, Wednesday, June 11, 2025 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of our largest golf fundraising tournament.
Calling all participants, coaches and alumni of First Tee of Greater Houston! How are you keeping up your game at home? Show us your putt-putt courses, trick shots, or other fun ways you are practicing at home so we can share your great ideas with all of our 
. 
