What is Ace?
Ace certification is the highest level a participant can achieve at First Tee – Jersey Shore. Ace focuses on personal planning and will reinforce skills such as self-management, goal setting, self-coaching, interpersonal communication, and resilience that were applied in earlier levels of the program.
Eligibility
- Complete advanced instruction and be a minimum of 14 years old
- Meet with our coaches and program director to share your goals and intentions
- This is a 2-year process and requires diligence, commitment and time
- Participants must take one-to-two years to complete all four projects
- Must be able to work in small groups and independently
- Enrollment in the Ace program requires an application and recommendation from a First Tee coach.
Questions? Please contact us for more information.
Ace Projects
Using the skills can in the program, participants will become Ace-certified by completing four projects that will help them build a foundation in higher education and for a career.
Community Service
Participants learn the value of giving back by volunteering for activities at The First Tee or in the community.
Career
Participants explore their interests and skills, matching them with career possibilities.
College
Participants explore issues related to college selection and educational alternatives.
Golf
Participants examine their golf skills, create an improvement plan, and assess the role they want golf to play in their lives.