TPI Junior Hat Classification System The TPI Hat Classification System is based off the same type of system used in Karate schools all over the world. The Hat System minimizes the Matthew and Relative Age Effects. It allows the coach to progress kids through the first three phases of development (Active Start, FUNdamentals, and Learn to Play)using objective criteria and a developmental mind-set.
TPI uses a ten level hat color system. Hats will be earned in order of red to white, to blue to green, to black. Resembling the teeing system in most golf courses.
Junior Golfers will be evaluated on 7 building blocks or proficiencies and depending on how they perform, they will be placed into a certain hat color. The seven building blocks that will be tested include:
