What do you get when you cross sports for kids and wide open green spaces? A whole lot of fun!
We know it’s not easy to pull together a team for a game of soccer on short notice, especially if it’s just for a weekend. But putting a stick in a kid’s hand and tell them to hit a ball into a hole? Straightforward, simple and fun! Golf is a pretty unique sport, which makes it difficult to find age-appropriate versions for the kids. We definitely can’t have toddlers tearing around pristine golf lawns, no matter how fun those golf carts are, but we can have them teeing off at toddler-sized golf courses. That’s why we’ve found the best golf courses, driving ranges and golfing schools for little putters to practise their strokes. Fore!
Places to golf in Singapore
Public golf courses are the best places to check out for those who are just starting out but unfortunately, they will be gone by the end of 2024 to make way for housing, transport and healthcare needs. Alternatively, there are private golf clubs that you can sign up for if you are really serious about golfing. Or simply check out some of the indoor golf simulators before committing!
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Best outdoor golf courses
Best indoor golf simulators
Golf classes for kids
Outdoor golf
Marina Bay Golf Course
Enjoy the cool sea breeze when you tee off at Marina Bay Golf Course. This 18-hole golf course is the largest public golf course in Singapore, with the longest Par 6 hole on the island. If the kids need a little more guidance, Star Golf Academy is on hand to conduct lessons in the sheltered four-tiered driving range and on the practice greens. Do note that it will be closing on 30 June 2024, so get some swings in before it’s gone for good.
Marina Bay Golf Course, 80 Rhu Cross, #02-01, Singapore 437437
Mandai Executive Golf Course
The Mandai Executive Golf Course is perfect for beginners and golfers who want to practise their short game. Featuring nine-holes with a variety of par 3s and par 4s, this public course is especially beginner-friendly. It also has a Chip and Putt and a Driving Range with 40 bays so kids can hit endless balls into the distance. Get your clubs and head on over soon as Mandai Executive Golf Course will be closing once its tenancy expires on 31 December 2024.
Mandai Executive Golf Course, Upper Seletar Reservoir Mandai Road Track 7, Singapore 779384
Keppel Club
Keppel Club has a century’s worth of heritage to its name, offering an 18-hole course with varying degrees of difficulty no matter what your experience level is. They also have a programme for beginners, Let’s Golf@Sime, for a stress-free introduction to golf. They cover everything from theory to practical and will prepare you for the proficiency tests if you’re ready to get serious. The packages start at $1,200 though, so sign up only if you’re ready to commit to learning the sport.
Keppel Club, 239 Sime Road, Singapore 289685
Orchid Country Club
Take in the breathtaking views of the Sungei Seletar Reservoir while you tee off at Orchid Country Club. It has three nine-hole courses to choose from with various elements like a gentle rolling hill, bunkers, and waterways. You could always sign up for a membership but casual players could opt for a Visitors Pass starting from $250 per player.
Orchid Country Club, 1 Orchid Club Road, Singapore 769162
Warren Golf & Country Club
The 18-hole course at Warren Golf & Country Club has several holes with bodies of water near them – you have been warned. They do make for very picturesque moments, especially those overlooking Kranji Reservoir. But if you want to practice your drives beforehand, head down to their 52-bay driving range and swing away! There may even be some pros in the area who can give you some helpful pointers.
Warren Golf & Country Club, 81 Choa Chu Kang Way, Singapore 688263
Indoor golf
Five Iron Golf Singapore
You wouldn’t expect to find a indoor golf simulator in the heart of the CBD, but that’s exactly where Fiver Iron Golf Singapore is located. You’ll find state-of-the-art TrackMan simulator machines that’ll transport you to courses from around the globe. They also offer both private and small group lessons for players of any level but no pressure – start off with a 30-minute lesson from $100 if you want to get a feel of what the coaches have to offer.
Five Iron Golf Singapore, 139 Cecil Street, #13-01, Singapore 069539
Friends Golf Singapore
You’ll find something for all your golfing needs at Friends Golf Singapore – be it driving ranges, private booths, or lessons from certified Korean coaches. If you’re tired out and hungry after an intense session, they even have a cafe with snacks and drinks for you to refuel at.
Friends Golf Singapore, 12 Queen Street, #02-01 Hotel Royal @ Queens, Singapore 188553
The Par Club Singapore
The Par Club Singapore is the place to golf for kids! They even provide children with golf clubs free of charge, although subject to availability. Choose from their regular bays and private rooms or opt for one of their special packages that give more bang for your buck! They even have a full-fledged restaurant with cute names for their dishes such as “Nice Birdie” and “Partee Platter” so parents don’t have to worry if the kiddos get hungry.
The Par Club Singapore, 6 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, #02-309/310 311/312, Singapore 039594
City Golfer
Who knew golfing could look so cozy? The booths at City Golfers have a chic and modern look, especially with the low lighting. Casual golfers will enjoy the laid-back atmosphere here and can even enjoy a beer while waiting for their turn. But that doesn’t mean the golfing isn’t serious – they’ve got over 100 full-HD virtual golf courses to choose from using the Impact Vision Golf Simulators from Korea. These simulators use multi-camera tracking that lets you analyse how you play and provides you with precise swing data and ball flight tracking.
City Golfer, 12 Kallang Avenue, #03-10, Aperia Mall, Singapore 339511
Golf classes for kids
GOLFTEC
The junior programme at GOLFTEC caters to children and teenagers up to 18 years, although the average starting age is seven. If parents are looking to get the little ones interested or they already are, get them started correctly under the supervision of one of their qualified coaches. But it’s also important to keep them interested, so the instructors at GOLFTEC are equipped with ways to keep them engaged and having fun.
GOLFTEC, multiple locations at Raffles Place and GR.ID Mall
Ultimate Golf
You don’t even have to worry about renting golf clubs for the kids at Ultimate Golf – they’ve got you covered. You can sign up the little ones as young as six years old if they’re ready. There are four venues to choose from as well so pick one that’s closest to you and get the kiddos geared up for lessons!
Ultimate Golf, multiple locations including Bukit Timah and Bukit Batok
The Golfing Lab, National Service Resort & Country Club
The Junior Programme at The Golfing Lab has nine different levels which fall into three broader categories labelled “Getting started,” “Let’s play,” and “Building a Champion”. They offer a holistic approach and is great for those who are just starting out or have ambitions to take part in competitions.
The Golfing Lab, 10 Changi Coast Walk, Singapore 499739
Edmund Tan School of Golf, Orchid Country Club
If your little one is ready to get serious with golf, golf coach and scholar athlete Edmund has a programme designed for young athletes. Under the watchful eyes of a team of pro golf coaches, kids will take part in age-appropriate activities to train strength, speed, agility, balance and confidence. Sessions are conducted weekly and include team-building activities, exercises and training to develop movement and sports skills.
Orchid Country Club, 1 Orchid Club Road, Singapore 769162
TMCC Junior Golf Programme
Is your little one aiming to be the next Tiger Woods or Michelle Wie? Tanah Merah Country Club has a Junior Golf Programme to get kids aged eight to 16 years old ‘competition ready’. It takes 20 years on average for golfers to go pro, so there’s no time like the present! Non-member Singapore Citizens and PRs may apply, but acceptance is subject to approval by the Committee. Serious stuff!
Tanah Merah Country Club, 153 Xilin Avenue, Singapore 486799
Time to par-tee!
