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Others are spot on that a 5 year old doesn't need a whole lot of clubs.
Wood
Iron
Putter
Go to a golfsmith/sports authority/sports chalet/other big box sporting retailer for a beginner set. They are based on height, then age. Don't cut down an adult set - they'll be too stiff as noted above.
I'd suggest starting at the local driving range - key is to make it fun for your son. Don't plan on more than a half hour - most five year olds want to move on to something else after that.
Also, see if you can find a putting green somewhere and go out and practice there. Start your son at a foot away and have him make a couple, then move back. Again, play a game to keep his interest.
Once you decide to progress to a real course, is there a par 3 you can go to? You can practice your irons and he can get the experience of 'real course'.
Resist the urge to have your son tee off from the reds. Have your son tee off from a spot 100 yards from the green. Our local country club calls it the one-hunty tee. A 5 year old will still be challenged to get to the green in a few, but its not nearly as daunting as trying to get there from 325 yards away.
I started playing golf with my son when he was 7 or so. He's now 13 and legitimately out-driving me 1/2 the time. We have a great time going out and playing together when he's not playing baseball or swimming or whatever other sport he's involved in at the time.
Most of all, have fun doing something together.
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