June marks an important occasion in the world of golf - Women's Golf Month. This initiative was started 18 years ago by the PGA. Did you know that golf has been played by women since the 16th century? Today, there are millions of female golfers in the world with over 6 million female golfers playing during 2020, 2021 and 2022.
Women's Golf Month also serves as a reminder of the huge strides women have made in the traditionally male-dominated sport. And here's just one example: 38% of players under 18 years old today are girls, compared to just 14% in 1986, which indicates that this shift in younger players could be here to stay.
So, why is women’s golf growing in popularity?
Interest in golf increased during 2020-2021 as people looked for outdoor, socially distant activities to enjoy. In addition, remote work has freed up more time for hobbies in the United States.
Millennial and Gen Z women often see celebrities and professional athletes posting on social media about the sport.
More indoor golf businesses and bars have grown increasingly popular, serving as accessible entry points to the sport.
Our data says that men's participation still outweighs women, but that's changing... in 2024, women's participation is growing quickly. One key factor is having fantastic golf coaches.
Golf coaches are making a big impact too
Golf coaches playing an important role in helping new players get started—or reacquainted—with the game. One of the golf coaches at TeachMe.To, Katy Ho, has played played against top female golfers like LPGA Rookie of the Year Jillian Hollis, Jessica Porvasnik, Clare Legaspi, Cindy Oh, and more.
Ho has a unique approach for her golf coaching lessons, "Before diving into our first lesson, I always start with an assessment to understand each player's personality, and the unique ways in which they learn. You get to decide the lesson's focus, be it putting, chipping, short game, or even a 9-hole playing lesson.”
Kayla Choy, another golf coach for TeachMe.To, says, “I aim to empower players of all levels to elevate their game, achieve their goals, and enjoy lasting success on and off the course. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or a seasoned player aiming to fine-tune your skills, I'm here to help you reach new heights in your golfing journey.”
Kendal Abrams is a golf coach as well, is also an LPGA Apprentice. Abrams is founder of Grasp Girls With Golf, a non-profit organization in Baltimore. She is dedicated to empowering young women through golf. With her great attitude, she is impacting the lives of others through her love of the game.
Bookings on the rise for female golf coaching lessons
At TeachMe.To, 25% of our new golf bookings are female and we've had a 79% increase in female golf bookings when compared to the past year.
These women are just a few examples of the positive changes that have come from more women playing golf. Here’s another fact to consider: only 15 years ago, less than 20% of young golfers were female. Today, that number stands at 36%. These numbers are proof that Women’s Golf Month has contributed a lot towards the growth of the sport among women.