Last Updated: 2010-01-20

Blanton House
700 Blanton Ave.
Richmond, VA 23221

Phone (804)646-1091
Fax (804)646-1197
Inclement Weather Line Number: (804)646-1175

The city's Youth Golf Program is for youth between the ages of 8 and 15. The program has over 350 participants. Registration starts in June at most of the community centers.

The golf program is held during the weekdays and ends in August. There are two golf levels: Introductory Level and the Challenged Golf League. For more information on the golf program, call (804)646-1115.

Hook-A-Kid on Golf

Hook-A-Kid on Golf is a component of the Department's Golf Program. This program is co-sponsored by the Richmond Recreation & Parks Foundation. Register at your local community center or call (804)646-1115.

Challenge Golf League

This league is for former Hook-A-Kid on Golf participants. The league typically starts in June. For more information, call (804)646-1115.

First Tee Course

The First Tee of Richmond is conveniently located at 400 W. School St., just north of the Interstate off of Chamberlayne Avenue. For directions or more information, call (804)646-4074.

Features of the year-round facility include:

  • A driving range with multiple grass tees
  • 18 heated covered tees
  • A practice putting green and chipping green with sand trap
  • A six-hole (par three) adult course
  • A clubhouse with a pro-shop
  • Snack shop and an indoor instructional tee.

It will be open from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. seven days a week (winter hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.).

Fees: $6.25 for a medium basket of balls and $10 for a large basket of balls.

A variety of programs that include life skills as well as golf skills will by offered for children. Call (804)646-4074 or (804)646-1115 for more information. Discount card and memberships are also available.

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