Best Golf Club Sets For Kids 2026: Our favorite models for children
We take a look at some of the best golf club sets for children, with plenty of options available for golfers keen on taking up the game
If you started playing golf as a child during the 1990s or earlier there’s a good chance that you did so with the aid of a few hand-me-down clubs, perhaps cut down for size if you were lucky. Fast forward a few years and today’s aspiring golfers enjoy equipment tailored made for the job. The best golf club sets for kids are purpose built, designed to help juniors improve while maximizing their enjoyment of the game.
Well-designed clubs for kids are appropriately proportioned, both lighter in weight and shorter in length. They are typically focused on helping the ball to get airbourne, with plenty of in-built forgiveness as the child learns to slowly find the center of the face and square up the club with greater consistency.
As parents know all too well, children grow quickly. With this in mind, some of the best golf club sets are designed to adapt as the children get bigger, ensuring that they remain functional for a longer period of time and are better value as a result.
It’s a growing category and there are now more kids sets than ever before. We’ve tested many of them, across various sizes and styles, and have selected our favoured clubs here, assisting you in your search to find the best golf clubs set for kids. But the journey doesn’t have to stop here, we also have dedicated guides to the best golf club sets for beginners as well as the best women's golf sets, which could be a good match for some juniors.
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The Quick List
The cleverly named Ping Prodi G set looks like a scaled-down version of a full adult set and that’s about the highest praise we can give. It stands out from much of the competition thanks to its impressive blend of distance and forgiveness.
Not only does this set from Cleveland look fantastic, but it’s also incredibly user-friendly, providing the perfect platform for your son or daughter to steadily develop their ball-striking skills, while still being good enough as their game improves.
This is a solid starter set offered at a very reasonable price. While some of the clubs are fairly basic, they’re durable enough to give young players a great introduction to the game. The bag in particular is a standout feature.
The TaylorMade Junior set offers excellent value for parents who want a trusted, premium brand in their youngster’s hands. It also comes with a stylish, high-quality golf bag that really catches the eye.
If you’re thinking, “my kid’s too young to start golf,” I’m afraid you’re mistaken. The Inesis Kids Golf Kit is purpose-built for toddlers to take their first swings, featuring just two clubs. Perfect for knocking a ball around and sparking what could be the start of a lifelong love for the game.
This is a thoughtfully designed and well-built junior package set. The lofts, shaft flexes and weights have all been carefully matched to suit young players, while the vibrant colour options are sure to appeal to its target audience.
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The patented ‘UpTech’ growth system solves the age-old problem of kids outgrowing their expensive equipment too quickly, without compromising on performance or feel.
Best overall
The best overall set in this guide, the Ping Prodi G, delivers practicality, performance and style in equal measure.
The sets are available with either 5 or 7 clubs. There’s also the further option of adding wedges to the set, offered in a range of lofts from 40 to 62 degrees. The clubs are styled on Ping’s game improvement models, with some shared features. On the course it makes for a user-friendly experience, with the irons easy to launch and forgiving on mishits. Similarly the woods delivered a nice, high ball flight with plenty of assistance on off-center strikes. This is echoed in the choice of putter too, a mallet-style that proved easy to line up and stable through impact.
Visually, the clubs look the part, aided by the inclusion of a stylish and practical bag. In most respects it's a set that’s only distinguishable from an adult set up by the smaller dimensions of the clubs.
All of this attention to detail does come at a cost. As one of the more expensive sets we’d suggest it’s a better fit for those junior golfers who have shown plenty of commitment to the game, with their growing skills likely to benefit from the distinct performance characteristics found in this thoughtfully designed set.
- Read our full PING Prodi G Junior Set Review
Most user friendly
Cleveland’s Junior Set is another great example of a considered approach to children’s golf clubs, making them user friendly and highly functional.
This starts with the three different offerings. There is a small set comprising hybrid, 7-iron and putter, a medium set with six clubs, adding a driver, a 9-iron and wedge, and finally a large set which also includes an 8-iron. It’s enough choice to allow parents to match the needs of their child, be it based on their age or their skill level.
Styled on Cleveland’s adults clubs, both the woods and the irons look the part. This sensible approach is mirrored in the performance attributes. The clubs are designed to get the ball airborne with ease as well as providing plenty of assistance on off-center strikes; the size of the club head should promote plenty of conference at address, while the lofts really do aid launch. The final piece in the puzzle is swingweight, tailored here to make it easier to generate clubhead speed.
However, all these game improvement elements are incorporated with thought, and it’s this measured approach, alongside the quality build, that makes it a set of clubs that will stay relevant even as the junior golfer and their game matures.
- Read our full Cleveland Golf Junior Set Review
Best value
While value for money is an attractive proposition for any golfer, it makes particular sense with regards to buying clubs for younger players. Just starting out they may quickly decide it’s not the game for them. But if it is, there will be a point, probably sooner rather than later, when they outgrow the clubs. It therefore makes sense for many parents to keep the spending down until their game and their commitment warrants it.
With this approach in mind, Ram’s SDX Junior Package Set is a well-priced set that balances price tag with performance to create the best value offering in this guide.
Visually, the clubs and the bag look the part, featuring an aesthetic that’s not overtly different from the brand’s adult range. That means sensible colorways and graphics that will grow with the golfer.
Similarly, the design of the clubs borrows much from RAM’s adult offerings, using traditional game improvement features to make them as user friendly as possible; the clubheads have a large footprint, with lofts designed to get the ball up in the air with ease, and some tech to help mishits.
The SDX range comes in three different sets for ages 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12, with the added bonus of left-handed versions.
- Read our full Ram Golf SDX Junior Package Set Review
Best for Rory fans
While it’s an impossible task trying to ascertain just how many millions of golfers Rory McIlroy has inspired to take up the game, it’s at least good to know that there’s a set of TaylorMade clubs waiting for them as they set out to emulate their golfing idol.
Given the brand’s standing in the equipment game, it’s unsurprising that the junior set is well-considered and extremely user-friendly. This starts with the options. Three sets are offered based on different age ranges - 4–6, 7–9, and 10–12 - with the number of clubs included increasing to match the likely height, strength and skill set of the age group. Regardless of the set, you get a nicely designed waterproof bag to hold the clubs, which also includes additional pockets for balls, tees and other essentials.
Armed with game-improvement tech features the clubs proved easy to launch, with plenty of distance. While both attributes are crucial in helping young golfers to enjoy the game, it's the putter in this set that really stood out. Armed with a generous blade length and an easy-to-use alignment mark it makes one of the key components of the game a little easier as a result.
- Read our full Team TaylorMade Junior Set Review
Best for very young
We know that the likes of Tiger and Rory got their start in the game at an early age, and if you have a budding star in the making in need of a club or two, then the Inesis kit might be just what they need.
Designed for 2-4 year olds it comprises two clubs, a 9-iron and a putter. Both are designed to be as user-friendly as possible. They are lightweight, with large club heads and, in the case of the putter, dual sight lines to help them line the ball up. Even the bee-inspired design and colorway, used across the bag and the club’s, adds appeal, hopefully making the clubs more fun to use.
Perhaps the only drawback is the length of the clubs. We’d suggest that for the lower end of the intended age range they are likely a little too long, but at least it means there’s some in-built longevity.
- Read our full Inesis Kid's Golf Kit 2-4 Years Review
Best color scheme
The Shorties set ticks all the boxes when it comes to a first set of clubs for young golfers. This starts with bright, colorful well-made golf bags and matching head covers that should catch the eye of any junior.
Sensibly, the sets are offered in four different sizes based on a child’s height - named Tiny, Tot, Mini, and Junior - with options to cover children measuring 34 to 51 inches tall.
Equally sensible is the design of the clubs. The footprint of each club is generous, making them easier to hit, while providing plenty of confidence at address. The lofts are similarly practical, designed to help get the ball airborne with as little effort as possible. Coupled with the quality of construction and you have the making of a set that should start any child off on the right foot.
- Read our full Shorties Golf Junior Package Set Review
Best for long term
As we’ve already mentioned, one of the issues faced by parents when buying clubs for their children is the concern that they will quickly outgrow them. And while there is no stopping a child’s growth spurts, UpSwing has delivered a solution to the seemingly endless cycle of ill fitting clubs that accompanies them.
The UpSwing Junior Varsity set features the brand’s patented UpTech Golf System that allows the user to change the length of the club “in minutes”. Cleverly, the clubs use weighted adapters when going up through the stages of growth, enabling it to maintain an appropriate swingweight as well as just getting longer. The shafts are also tuned for age-appropriate speed, which certainly makes it easy to get the ball in the air.
For our testing purposes we used the 7-club set with a bag, which is aimed at children measuring 45" to 51" in height. As well as the ease of launch, the clubs were forgiving on off-center strikes. Combined it made for a user-friendly experience, while the clubs have enough playability that they can match the junior golfer’s improvements.
The aesthetics of the entire package deserve a mention, with graphics and accessories that really stand out. Both the bag and the headcovers are great quality, with the bag robust and practical and a real bonus, especially compared to some junior sets where these elements feel like an afterthought. All told, it makes for a sound investment in your child’s golfing present and future.
- Read out full UpSwing Junior Varsity 7-Club Set review
How we test
When testing golf club sets, we follow a tried-and-true formula that we’ve refined over more than a decade of reviewing clubs. Every piece of equipment is thoroughly tested out on the course and over multiple rounds to ensure our assessments are as fair and accurate as possible. We also make sure to test across different course types and in varying conditions, as this is the only way to truly understand how a club performs in the real world.
When it comes to kids’ clubs, we’re fortunate that many members of our review team have golf-obsessed children who are more than willing to help us out. Each set is tested by both adults and kids, which allows us to evaluate not only performance factors like forgiveness and feedback, but also how the clubs look, feel and inspire confidence for junior players.
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How to choose
There’s no shortage of options when it comes to buying a set of golf clubs for children, which can make choosing the right one a little overwhelming. To help narrow things down, here are a few key points to consider:
1. What’s included in the set
The great thing about golf is if you want to buy single golf clubs for your bag you can, but you can also get entire sets in one purchase too. As stated above, when I first started playing at around seven or eight years old, I had just half a dozen clubs in my bag. As I grew and developed my game, I gradually added more. There’s little point in buying a full 14-club set for a six-year-old who will outgrow it in a couple of years, especially as they won't need most of those clubs anyway.
Keep in mind that a larger set also means a heavier bag, which can be a struggle for smaller children to carry. In that case, you might need to invest in one of the best golf push trolleys or even one of the best golf trolley bags. For older juniors - say, early teens for instance - a few more clubs make sense, but don’t overload them too early as it’s simply not necessary.
2. Quality
Walk into a general sports shop and you’ll often find cheap kids’ clubs that look tempting on price but lack durability and performance. They might not last a season of enthusiastic swings so it’s better to stick with trusted brands like those listed above. They’ll provide a longer-lasting set and help your child progress faster due to their better build quality and design.
3. Forgiveness
Unless your child is the next Tiger Woods, they won’t be hitting the centre of the clubface every time. That’s where forgiveness becomes key. Forgiving clubs help reduce the punishment of off-centre strikes, keeping shots straighter and boosting confidence out on the course.
4. Color
Looks matter for adults, but they are even more of a decisive factor for kids. If your child doesn’t like the look of their clubs their enthusiasm might wane. Many kids’ sets come in bright, fun colorways, so let them have a say in which design they prefer. You’d be surprised how much confidence a favourite color can bring!
5. Price
This one’s fairly straightforward. Kids’ golf clubs vary greatly in price, so aim for a balance between quality and value. If your child is brand new to the game it’s probably smart not to go straight for the most expensive option. However, if they’ve shown real talent and commitment, then investing a little more could pay off, especially if they end up thanking you from the PGA or LPGA Tour one day!
For more advice on buying golf equipment for junior players, why not check out our guides on the best kids golf shoes, best budget golf clubs and our guide to the best kids golf gloves.
FAQs
What clubs should a junior golfer have?
That really depends on your child’s experience, goals and most importantly, how often they play. Most junior golfers aged between 10 and 14 who have some experience typically carry around 10 clubs in their bag. This usually means a driver, fairway wood, hybrid, irons from seven to nine, a pitching wedge, sand wedge and a putter. Younger or less experienced players will generally need fewer clubs to start with, focusing on the basics as they develop their swing and confidence.
Should junior golfers use lighter clubs?
Yes, most manufacturers design junior clubs to be lighter and easier to swing. This is typically achieved by using graphite shafts, which help young players generate more clubhead speed and hit the ball further. So, when shopping for a new set of junior clubs be sure to look for lightweight options as they’ll make a big difference in helping your child develop a smooth, confident swing.
What ages are junior golf sets for?
That depends on the number of clubs, type of clubs and ability level of the player. Junior golf club sets can be for any kind of player from the ages of around three upwards.
For more golf gear buying advice, why not take a look at our guides on the best golf rangefinders, best golf shoes, or best golf travel bags.
