First Golf Lesson at a Public Primary School

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move, To Vinh Dien Primary School in Hanoi has introduced golf lessons for its students. This is part of the SNAG Golf project by the R&A-VGA youth golf development program. Over 400 students from 13 out of 22 classes have already participated in these sessions.

Each day, the school conducts 4-5 golf lessons in the afternoons after regular classes. Classes consist of 35-40 students, guided by 1-2 professional SNAG golf instructors, with support from the school's teachers. The lessons cover basic concepts such as understanding the golf course, the hole, rules of the game,

, and . The introduction of this new subject has and excitement among the students. The sessions are filled with enthusiasm, from eager participation in answering theoretical questions to the joy of successfully hitting targets, and even the occasional disappointment of .

The SNAG (Starting New at Golf) method is employed, utilizing equipment like soft, lightweight, and colorful clubs and balls. This approach minimizes injury risks and captures the students' attention. The project is entirely free for students, with one lesson per week scheduled until the end of the academic year.

The school's teachers are currently undergoing SNAG golf instructor training to prepare for future program implementation. The school aims to continue offering free golf lessons in

, contributing to comprehensive education for its students.