First Tee Metro Atlanta

Our fall classes are off to a great start! During the first few weeks, participants have learned how to show respect, make responsible choices, select a target, and control distance through putting and chipping.

Most importantly, they’re learning that every mistake is an opportunity to grow—on the course and in life.
That’s how we’re building game changers at

Meet Ariel Collins—one of the incredible young people representing on a national stage! ⛳️

Through her dedication, leadership and commitment to First Tee’s Nine Core Values, Ariel earned the opportunity to compete in the PURE Insurance Championship Championship at Pebble Beach.

This opportunity is even more special because she’ll be paired with PGA TOUR Champions player Notah Begay III—whom she recently met during the Payne Stewart Award ceremony at the TOUR Championship.

Friday: 3:18 p.m. EDT at Pebble Beach
Saturday: 10:33 a.m. EDT at Spyglass Hill
Help us wish Ariel Collins good luck! 👏🏽

Growing their game and expanding what they believe is possible.

During the x Clinic at Charlie Yates Golf Course, participants received hands-on golf instruction while learning about the many career opportunities connected to the game—from playing and instruction to the wide range of roles that help make the golf industry thrive.

Thank you to for helping our young people strengthen their skills, broaden their perspective, and discover just how many paths the game of golf can offer.

Where golf meets innovation. ⛳️💻

participants stepped into the future of the game during the AWS Sports Tech & Golf Experience at Five Iron Golf. From testing their skills on state-of-the-art simulators to exploring opportunities in technology and STEM, participants discovered how their interests can open doors to exciting career paths.

Thank you to AWS and for creating an engaging experience that gave our young people a glimpse at where golf, technology, and their own futures can intersect.

More than the game. ⛳️💰 participants gathered at Bobby Jones Golf Course for the FICO Fireside Chat & Financial Literacy Workshop—an evening of putting, meaningful conversation, and practical lessons about money, mental health, and building a strong financial future.

Thank you to Rep. Congresswoman Nikema Williams Nikema Williams, World Long Drive Champion , Garreth Carpenter Garreth Carpenter of the GSGA, and FICO for sharing their knowledge and creating an impactful experience for our young people.

Three First Tee chapters. One incredible day at East Lake. ⛳️

First Tee — Metro Atlanta was thrilled to be joined by our friends from First Tee Athens and First Tee - Middle Georgia for First Tee Day at the TOUR Championship.

Our participants enjoyed a day of golf, fun and new experiences—from the First Tee Pavilion in the Southern Company SO COOL Zone and the GSGA/PGA TOUR Superstore Putting Experience to time at the driving range and plenty of moments together along the way.

We’re grateful to the TOUR Championship, Southern Company, Accenture US and Canada and Coca-Cola for helping make this experience possible for First Tee youth.



Georgia State Golf Association
PGA TOUR Superstore