Golf with Disability

Golf is a unique game that can be enjoyed by everyone.

For people with disability, golf not only provides the opportunity for them to play a recreational sport, it can also be a form of rehabilitation or an opportunity to be in a social environment.

In Australia, and specifically Western Australia, there are various organisations that work with disabled golfers to make golf an enjoyable sport for all.

first swingFIRST SWING GOLF PROGRAM 2016

This program is an initiative of The Vines Resort & Country Club and the MTI Golf Academy and is proudly supported by the West Australian Golf Foundation and Optus.  The First Swing Golf Program provides an opportunity for children and young adults with special needs the opportunity to learn golf’s fundamentals and to play golf in a fun, friendly and supportive environment, whilst helping build confidence and providing positive interaction with others! No golf equipment is required as clubs can be provided if necessary.

Schedule:

Saturday 23 January – 9am to 10am and 10.15am to 11.15am

Saturday 20 February – 9am to 10am and 10.15am to 11.15am

Saturday 19* March – 9am to 10am and 10.15am to 11.15am

Friday 15 April – SUPAGOLF Family Fun Day

Saturday 14 May – 9am to 10am and 10.15am to 11.15am

Saturday 25 June – 9am to 10am and 10.15am to 11.15am

Monday 4 July – Afternoon On Course Play

Saturday 20 August – 9am to 10am and 10.15am – 11.15am

Friday 30 September – SUPAGOLF Family Fun Day

Saturday 29 October – 9am to 10am and 10.15am to 11.15am

Saturday 26 November – 9am to 10am and 10.15am to 11.15am

Thursday 22 December – Afternoon On Course Play (Christmas Theme)

 
2016 First Swing Program Registration

 
For further information contact Mark Tibbles on 0413 824 477 or email  mtigolf@optusnet.com.au or drop into the Driving Range, Verdelho Drive, The Vines Resort & Country Club.

Sports Connect

Sports CONNECT is a national framework that develops pathways for people with disability to get involved in sport, by creating and developing relationships between sports and disability organisations.

Golf Australia is one of the 24 National Sporting Organisations that are supported directly through Australian Sports Commission, through Sports Connect. Golf Australia has received funding over a 5 year period to develop a Disability Action Plan.

Golf WA is working closely with Golf Australia to ensure that the Disability Action Plan will continue in Western Australia.

The Golf Australia Disability Action Plan includes activities such as coach and administrator training, policy development, research and resource production with the aim of creating an inclusive environment for all people to participate in.

  • More information about Sports Connect here

Blind Golf

Blind Golf Australia (formerly known as the Australian Blind Golf Association) was formed to promote the game of golf amongst Blind and Vision Impaired Persons, and to co-ordinate blind golf between the States of Australia.

In Western Australia, The West Australian Blind Golf Association (WABGA) is responsible for the running of state events related to Blind Golf.

To be part of the Australian Open, a blind golfer must be a member of the WA Blind Golf Association as this is an International Blind Golf Association sponsored event. Most of the golfers play with the Westerners Blind Golf Club, with the A Grade now playing at Wembley and the B Grade at the Lake Claremont Golf Course.

The international Blind Golf Association has its own eyesight and handicapping system, but the WABGA golfers play under the rules of golf with the exception that a golfer can ground their club in a bunker and the caddy/guide can stand behind the golfer to watch the flight of the ball.

Amputee and Disabled Golf

The Western Australian Amputee and Disabled Golf Association (WAADGA)  is committed to helping amputees and other physically challenged individuals, through golf, live a productive and inclusive life. Every amputee and physically challenged individual, regardless of age, is able to play golf.

The game of golf has proven that participation contributes dramatically to the emotional and physical well-being of physically challenged individuals, as well as instilling self-confidence and pride in personal achievements.

» WAADGA website 

Contact person for Golf Inclusive Programs in WA:

Billie May
Game Development Coordinator
08 9367 2490
billiem@golfwa.org.au

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