Junior Golf Clubs

Why kids need junior clubs

Adult clubs are too long, too heavy and too stiff for children. Swinging them forces kids into poor posture and grip habits that can be hard to undo later. Junior clubs use lighter heads, more flexible shafts and smaller grips, so children can make a balanced swing, get the ball in the air and have more fun.

Orlimar ATS junior clubs

The Orlimar ATS junior range is grouped by age and colour, which makes it simple to find the right size:

• 3 to 5 years: Orlimar ATS Junior Clubs in Lime/Blue.
• 5 to 8 years: Orlimar ATS Junior Clubs in Blue or Pink.
• 9 to 12 years: Orlimar ATS Junior Clubs in Red or Sky Blue.

The range also includes the Orlimar ATS Junior Boys hybrid, an easy-to-hit option for juniors ready to add a longer club. Check each listing for the clubs and options available.

How to choose junior golf clubs

Size by height, not just age

Age ranges are a helpful guide, but children grow at different rates. If your child is tall or small for their age, size the clubs to their height. With the club soled behind the ball in a normal stance, the hands should sit comfortably near the top of the grip.

Allow some room to grow, but not too much

Buying clubs slightly long can extend their life, but clubs that are much too long make the game harder and encourage bad habits. A common rule of thumb is no more than an inch or so of growing room.

Weight and loft

Lighter clubs help kids swing with speed and balance. Extra loft makes it easier to get the ball airborne, which builds confidence early on.

Start with a few clubs

Young beginners rarely need a full set. A wood or hybrid, a mid iron, a wedge and a putter cover most situations and keep the game simple.

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Junior Golf Clubs FAQs

What size golf clubs does my child need?

Choose clubs based on your child's height first and age second. Junior ranges are grouped by age as a starting point, but a tall or small child may suit a different size. The right club lets them stand comfortably with the club soled and their hands near the top of the grip.

Can kids use cut-down adult clubs?

It is not ideal. Cutting down an adult club makes it shorter, but the head stays heavy and the shaft becomes even stiffer. Kids then struggle to swing freely or get the ball airborne. Purpose-built junior clubs are lighter and more flexible, which suits a child's strength.

What age can kids start playing golf?

Many children start swinging a club from around 3 to 5 years old, which is why junior clubs are made for that age group. At that stage, the focus should be on fun, balance and making contact rather than technique. Short sessions and simple games keep young kids interested.

How often do junior golf clubs need replacing?

Most children need new clubs every one to three years as they grow. A good sign it is time to upgrade is when the clubs look short at address, your child chokes right down on the grip, or the clubs feel too light. Moving up an age group usually solves this.

Give your young golfer the right start with clubs that fit, and enjoy free shipping Australia-wide on orders of $100 or more.