Quick answer

Set up the Golf Game Practice Set in a clear, safe area with a soft landing zone, then teach the scoreboard game in short rounds so kids can chip, score, and reset without frustration.

Choose a safe space before you unpack

The set uses 20 Velcro balls, so the main setup decision is where those balls can land without knocking over fragile items or disappearing under furniture. A hallway with a closed door at one end, a basement corner, or a flat backyard patch works better than a room with glass decor or a sloped floor.

Indoor play needs more open floor than you might expect because missed chips roll or bounce. Clear at least a few feet behind and beside the target area, and check that the scoreboard has a stable spot where it will not be bumped mid-game.

Set realistic expectations for chipping-style play

This is a chipping-style practice set, not a full-swing golf simulator. Chipping means short, low shots toward a target, so the game works best when kids stand close and focus on aim rather than power. The included scoreboard adds a game layer, but the set does not include clubs or a hitting mat, so you will need to decide how kids will strike the Velcro balls based on what you already have at home.

If your child is used to full swings, explain the difference before the first round. A chipping motion keeps the balls inside the play area and makes the scoreboard game more about control than distance.

Setup and play steps

  1. Clear and mark the play zone: Pick a flat area with a soft landing zone and mark a standing line for each player. Keep the scoreboard outside the flight path so it does not get hit. Check that missed balls will not roll into stairs, streets, or breakable objects before you start.
  2. Position the target and scoreboard: Place the target a short chipping distance from the standing line, then set the scoreboard where everyone can see it. Start closer than you think is necessary. If kids are missing the target repeatedly, move the standing line forward rather than telling them to swing harder.
  3. Teach the chipping motion: Show a short, gentle swing that keeps the ball low. Have each child practice with a few balls before scoring begins. Watch for full baseball-style swings; those send Velcro balls off course and out of the play zone.
  4. Explain the scoreboard game rules: Agree on a simple rule set before the first round: for example, one point for hitting the target and two for landing in a marked zone. Write it down if kids argue about scoring. Keep rounds short, such as five balls per player, so the scoreboard stays exciting instead of dragging.
  5. Rotate players and collect balls: Have one child chip while the others wait behind the standing line, then rotate. Send a helper to gather the Velcro balls after each round. Assign a ball collector each round to prevent kids from walking into the flight path.
  6. Reset and store the set: After play, count the Velcro balls back into the set and store the scoreboard flat. Check the floor for stray balls before moving furniture. A quick ball count after every session keeps the set complete and avoids lost pieces.

What this set includes