While it’s still possible to be a late bloomer, if you want to maximize your potential in any sport then it is an advantage to start young. This is especially the case for golf since it’s more of a game of repetition that athletic ability. That doesn’t mean athletic ability isn’t a factor, it means that even if you’re not athletic, you can still get a great head-start on your competition simply by utilizing repetitions and practice.
 
The first thin a youngster will need is a golf set. The good news is that there are many golf clubs for kids, as well as golf sets. Two of these golf set options will be covered below.
 
The first option is the US Kids Blue 5-Club Golf Set. You can find it for as little as $140, which is a great deal. The set includes a 3 wood, a 6 iron and 8 iron, a pitching wedge, and a putter. They are ultra light clubs, which means they are almost 25% lighter than adult clubs. They are designed for kids that are between 42 inches and 48 inches tall. They are also best for kids who have a swing speed of up to 48 mph. There is a one year warranty on the product and it is also available for left-handers.

Side note: you won’t be able to buy the left-handed version through Wal-Mart. You must look online for that option.

The second option is the Nike Two Kids Golf Set. These clubs are scaled down for height. This is important to make sure kids repeat their best possible swing. It’s also an approach Tiger Woods used as a child. The red set is for five to seven year olds that are 50 inches and lower. It’s a six-piece set. The black set is for eight to eleven year olds that are between 51 and 58 inches in height. It’s a nine-piece set. Both sets sell for approximately $160. They also come with two EZ Distance golf balls and can be sold to right and left-handers.

After your youngster has a set of clubs, they must swing it correctly. Not only does club height help, but so do repetitions. In order to play golf well, regardless of what age you are, a player must acquire a feel for their swing. This can only happen through repetition. Once that comfortable muscle memory place is reached, a golfer will have a much better chance of falling into what is called ‘the zone.’ The more a player is in ‘the zone,’ the better player he will be.
 

If your youngster has put in his time with practice, maybe it’s time to take a family vacation, one that offers an opportunity to play golf, of course. The best destination for a family golf vacation is Orlando. There is so much to do there for the whole family, including Disney World, Sea World, Epcot Center, Universal Studios, golf, and even the beach isn’t a bad drive. All that said, just find a hotel with a pool and you should be set.
 
There are intriguing golf vacation packages offered by Marriot in Orlando. These golf vacation packages currently range between $274 and $365. Most of them also offer play at Hawk’s Landing Golf Club and/or Grande Pines Golf Course. If you want more information, just visit Marriot’s website or call their toll free number. They will be happy to assist you. Their customer service is well above average as far as hotel chains are concerned.

Have you thought of any good gift ideas for Christmas? Maybe a good golf gift for your youngster would be the way to go. If they love golf, they would love one of the two golf club sets listed above. If they already have one of those sets, or any set for that matter, and they’re between two and five years old, how about getting them a golf cart? Yes. A golf cart. Imagine their face after they come downstairs in the morning and see a golf cart under the tree?

Don’t worry. It’s not a full-size golf cart. It’s a Lil’ Driver Kids Cart & Club Set. This has been an extremely popular item in the past few seasons and is sure to bring a smile to your child’s face. The cart sells for about $240 and there is currently an online discount offer of $40 off. The cart requires a 6-Volt battery and its maximum weight capability is 65 pounds. It goes forward and reverse and tops out at 2.5 mph. It very much resembles a real golf cart.
 
If you’re a golf family then everything listed above are just some ideas to spark even more interest. If you choose to go ahead and purchase something on this list, hope you enjoy!