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TGA invites you to help us create the design for this year’s summer camp t-shirt! Submissions will be posted on our Facebook and Instagram pages for everyone to vote for their favorite. The winning design will be worn by thousands of TGA campers all over the US, Canada and Spain this summer! All you have to […]

  Athletes can often provide great role models for children. Their dedication and perseverance has led many athletes to continue reaching new heights, with new records being set every year. In honor of Women’s History Month, each week we are highlighting the trailblazing women who broke down equality barriers while also paving the way for future […]

    It can be overwhelming thinking about all the activities and events you want to squeeze in this summer, but we’re here to help with one big decision – choosing the right camp for your child. Please note, offerings vary pending local COVID-19 protocols, and we are taking extra safety measures for programs that […]

Earlier this year Kevin Pon, an amateur golfer, made history when he recorded the first known condor on a par 6. To better understand this astronomical feat, let’s take a look at how scoring in golf works. SCORING – Any attempt to hit the ball with the club is called a stroke. Adding up all your strokes […]

Whether you’re watching or playing golf, understanding the flow of the game allows newer participants to be fully engaged in the sport. Ben Ackley from North Carolina started taking golf lessons at just 5 years old, even playing with a plastic golf set before then given to him by his Nana and Papa. Dad has taken […]

 READY TO PLAY This position allows players to be ready to receive a ball to perform a pass, set, or overhead shot. Keep your feet shoulder width apart. Don’t take your eye off the ball Keep low, maintaining good balance. Be ready to move quickly towards the ball. Control your body to return the ball. […]

Whether you’re watching or playing tennis, understanding the flow of the game allows newer participants to be fully engaged in the sport. It starts with learning the parts of the court. The lines on the ground determine where the players stand to start a point and where a ball can be played throughout a rally. […]

Golf Clubs: According to the U.S. Golf Association, a player can carry up to 14 clubs at a time. Now, most junior golfers won’t need more than a driver, a few irons, a wedge, and a putter. Players should use the clubs they’re most comfortable with, as long as it stays within the rules. If you’re […]

You’ve probably heard about STEM by now from the news, your child’s school, your job, or even us at TGA. If you aren’t familiar with the term, it stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Every November 8th we get to celebrate these topics during National STEM Day. Sports offer an ideal lens to make these concepts more […]

Ultimate has gone from a fun game at recess to popular collegiate recreational game to what is now one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Played with a flying disc, or more commonly known as a Frisbee®, Ultimate combines running, throwing, catching and so much more to create a simple and easy to […]