Welcome
Thank you for your interest in First Tee – Indiana in Northwest. Find out more information about what we are doing in your community contact Nancy Bender at [email protected] and on our Facebook Page. First Tee – Indiana in Northwest offers scholarships to kids on a need basis. Our goal, as a community, is to ensure every kid has a place to learn, have fun, and cultivate friendships. For more information on scholarship opportunities, advancing through the program, registration troubleshooting and other frequently asked questions, CLICK HERE.
First Tee – Indiana in Northwest Director Nancy Bender will offer the following classes at The Course at Aberdeen, Creekside Golf Course, Curtis Creek Golf Course , and Valparaiso Country Club in the Northwest area. Please contact Coach Bender if you have any questions regarding class placement or other inquires. Nancy Bender at [email protected].
Creekside Golf Course
First Tee – Indiana in Northwest Coaches John DeVaney, Art Grimes, Wendy Simms, Jim Jeselnick and Barb Smith will offer the following classes at Creekside Golf Course in Valparaiso. Email Nancy Bender at [email protected] with questions about these classes!
Session | Dates | Time | Ages |
Winter Refresher Classes | Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18, 25 | 4:00-6:00pm | High School |
Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18, 25 | 4:15-5:15pm | 7-9 | |
Thursdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4:15-5:15pm | 10-11 | |
Saturdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 | 1:00-2:00pm | 6-8 | |
Saturdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 | 2:00-3:00pm | 9-11 | |
Saturdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 | 3:00-4:00pm | 12+ | |
Creekside Golf Course Playing Leagues
Email Nancy Bender at [email protected] to register for these great playing league opportunities!
Session | Dates | Time | Ages |
Summer Playing League | Wednesdays, June 6 – July 26 | 8:15-10:15am | 7-18 |
The Course at Aberdeen
First Tee – Indiana at Northwest Coach Art Grimes will offer the following classes at The Course at Aberdeen in Valparaiso.
Session | Dates | Time | Ages |
Spring 2023 | Monday-Friday, May 22-26 | 5:00-6:15pm | 7-14 |
Summer 2023 | Monday-Friday, June 12-16 | 5:00-6:15pm | 7-14 |
Monday-Friday, July 10-14 | 5:00-6:15pm | 7-14 | |
Curtis Creek Golf Course
First Tee – Indiana in Northwest Coaches Eric Nowlin and Wendy Simms will offer the following classes at Curtis Creek Golf Course in Rennselear.
Session | Dates | Time | Ages |
Summer 2023 | May 30, 31st, June 1, 5 and 6 | 8:00-9:30am | 7-18 |
Valparaiso Country Club
First Tee – Indiana in Northwest Coaches Vince Lazar, Dan Kattalia, and Larry Moore will offer the following classes at Valparaiso Country Club for members only.
Session | Dates | Time | Ages |
Summer 2023 | Tuesdays, June 6 – July 25* | 8:30-9:30am | 7-14 |
Tuesdays, June 6 – July 25* | 10:00-11:00am | 7-14 | |
*Review Skills day is July 11. Play days are July 18th and 25th | |||
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