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Little Warrior Holiday Programme
Smile Golf Academy helps players of all ages and abilities grow their game with structure, coaching, and community.
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Our Pathways
Every child’s golf journey is unique. Start by choosing the level that best reflects their confidence and experience.
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Featured Levels
Beginner

Beginner Levels are designed for children who are new to golf or still building confidence.

Sessions focus on enjoyment, basic technique, and developing a positive relationship with the game. Coaching is less technical and more play-based, helping young players feel comfortable, confident, and excited to keep coming back.

This level is about learning through fun while building a strong foundation for future development.

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Play. Grow. Belong.
Smile is more than a golf academy, it’s a new way to learn, play, and belong.
Play
Play is where confidence begins. Kids learn best when they feel relaxed, supported, and free to explore the game without pressure. Through fun challenges, simple drills, and moments of discovery, we help them build early coordination and trust in their own ability. Play isn’t just the starting point, it’s the foundation for a lifelong connection to golf. When kids enjoy the game, they’re open to learning, willing to try, and excited to come back each week.
Grow
Growth happens when skills deepen and experiences expand. As players progress, we introduce more structure, clearer goals, and opportunities that stretch their independence. Kids begin to understand technique, rhythm, and how to apply what they’ve learned on the course. They learn resilience, patience, and focus — not through intensity, but through steady improvement and consistent encouragement. Growth is about becoming capable, confident, and ready for the next step.
Belong
Belonging is what keeps players connected long after their first lesson. At Smile, every child becomes part of a supportive community where they feel seen, valued, and encouraged, no matter their level or personality. We build an environment where friendships form naturally, shared goals feel exciting, and families feel welcomed into the journey. Belonging gives kids the emotional safety to take risks, develop courage, and feel proud of who they’re becoming, on and off the course.
Locations
Takapuna Golf Course
The North Shore’s home of accessible golf. TGC reflects our academy’s roots and offers an easy, welcoming place to begin your child’s golfing journey.
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