Marie Birdie is a female-founded and owned golf and active wear brand for tween and teen girls. Our mission is to inspire, delight, and empower girls to enjoy an active lifestyle while playing golf.
Founded in 2021 in Los Angeles by Ellen Marie Krissman to fill the need for age-appropriate, functional, and fun golf wear for Tweens and Teens, she saw research by the Women and Sport Foundation which cited girls by the age of fourteen, leave sports at two times the rate of boys. She knew that girls golf could look different if given their own space in pro shops.
Rebekah acquired Marie Birdie in 2023 and moved its headquarters to West Palm Beach, Florida. An avid and accomplished player herself, she wanted her twin tween girls, Elena and Vivi, to have the opportunity to live the company’s mission statement. They are helping shape the designs for the golf lifestyle brand on and off the course that can transition to other activities as well.
The team is dedicated to not only growing the brand but growing the game of golf for girls and women.
Our mission is to inspire and empower tween and teenage girls to enjoy an active lifestyle on and off the golf course and feeling included. We inspire happiness, strength, and confidence by recognizing each girl's unique style.
Owner Rebekah's twin golfer girls Vivi and Elena play in junior tournaments around the world. We draw inspiration from them and the girls we meet in playing golf. Their vibe is our vibe: be fearless, slay it on the course, keep it fun, and be courageous!
1. TWEENS AND TEENS
Everything we design is to help tween and teen girls to feel seen, confident and comfortable while being active on and off the course. Join the Birdie vibe!
2. FASHIONABLE FLARE
Our unique design style is a key part of our brand appeal. We design clothes that combine practical like outside pockets, movement freedom, and fun prints.
3. SELF EXPRESSION
Each collection is designed to mix and match, combining bold, vibrant prints with classic cuts and subtle design details, giving the Marie Birdie girl endless ways to express her individual style on and off the course.
The thing we love about golf is that everyone has their own "Golf Story". We hear stories about: remarkable recoveries to 50-yard impossible putts to running into sports idols on the course, to an ordinary day becoming extraordinary when you correct a problematic shot or shoot below par.
With its unique blend of physical activity, mental challenges, and social interactions, golf offers numerous benefits that extend far beyond the fairways
Our vision is for girls, regardless of skill level or experience, to feel inspired and empowered to play the game. Here are our top 10 reasons to play golf.
1. It's FUN! Don't believe us...grab a family member or even better one of your girlfriends and go to the driving range.
2. Confidence-building! Mastering new golf skills, tackling challenging shots, and competing against oneself fosters a sense of accomplishment, boosting overall confidence levels both on and off the course.
3. Physical fitness! Golf is a great way to stay physically active and improve overall wellness. Walking 18 holes can cover up to five miles combined with swing mechanics, weight transfer, and core engagement contribute to improved strength, flexibility, and coordination.
4. Mental focus! Golfing requires you to focus on the task at hand, block out distractions, and analyze your shots strategically. These abilities translate to success in other areas of life.
5. Friendship! The golf course is an excellent place to form lasting friendships. At camps, during group lessons, or at tournaments, girls can meet like-minded individuals and build connections.
5. Friendship! The golf course is an excellent place to form lasting friendships. At camps, during group lessons, or at tournaments, girls can meet like-minded individuals and build connections.6. Sportsmanship! Golf instills the importance of adhering to rules, demonstrating integrity, and displaying good manners on and off the course, all things that can take you far on your own in life.
7. Scholarship Opportunities! We are not the experts, but here is a fantastic article by the Next College Student Athlete (NCSA) for your deep dive into girls' golf and scholarships! https://www.ncsasports.org/womens-golf/scholarships
8. Fresh Air! Spending time outdoors on lush green fairways, surrounded by beautiful landscapes, allows girls to enjoy fresh air, sunshine, and the serenity of the environment.
9. Problem Solving! Golf is a game of constant adaptation and problem-solving. Every shot presents a new challenge, requiring you to analyze the situation, adjust your strategy, and execute it accordingly.
10. Girl Power! We fully support girls playing golf and, in turn, breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes. Girls who golf step out of their comfort zones, overcome obstacles, and fearlessly pursue their passions.
Let us know anything we've missed...and we'll see you on the tee box!
