Golf Builds Self-Esteem in Kids

How Golf Will Build Your Child’s Self-Esteem

Positive self-esteem is the bedrock of success in life and golf is one of the very best ways a youngster can build it.

Firstly, a youngster will always find an adult willing to help and encourage them even when, as in my case, my parents didn’t play.

Golf helps kids set goals in relation to their score and their handicap, which creates a roadmap to follow. Most people find their way better with a map.

When grouped with others on a golf course, golf makes it easy for even the shiest and most awkward child to make friends. And these friends boost one’s sense of self-esteem. To quote Sally Fields from her memorable Oscar acceptance speech twenty years ago, “You like me, you really like me!”

While no kid likes discipline, the general rules of behavior and dress at a golf club ensure everyone fits in. And the higher standard of behavior and dress at a golf club also enhances children’s self-image.

The golf course is unique in that adults will treat kids as adults when playing golf with them. In fact, as my game improved, many adults sought me out to play with them as they knew I might help their game while we played. Talk about positive self-esteem, grown adults seeking the advice of a 15-year-old. Wow!


aw3Andrew Wood is an author and CEO of Legendary Marketing, a Tampa/Orlando-based ad agency. He is the world’s leading expert on golf, resort, destination and real estate marketing although his successes go far beyond these core industries. Author of over 40 books including; Confessions of a Golf Pro, Desperately Seeking Members,  The Golf Marketing Bible, The Hotel and Resort Marketing Bible and Legendary Advice. Andrew has spoken to thousands of audiences worldwide and was the top-ranked speaker at 97.7% of the events where he spoke on sales, marketing, entrepreneurship or leadership. A pioneer in Internet marketing his creative talent, out of the box ideas and copywriting skills are at the core of his expertise. Regarded as one of the top marketing minds in the world for his ability to craft a winning strategy, generate leads and increase income!

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