Golf is one of the most popular sports in the world, and it is also one of the most inclusive. Whether for rehabilitation, recreation or competition, golf helps to improve balance, coordination, muscle strength and range of joint movement. It also provides a relaxed environment for friends to socialise.
Download our Golf fact sheet for more details.
Local programs
Contact your local golf club or driving range for information about trying the sport and membership benefits. For a list of golf clubs and driving ranges in your area, visit Golf Queensland.
Sporting Wheelies and Disabled Association conducts social golf days in some regions so members can try the game or develop their skills.
Members are also welcome to attend Queensland Amputee Golf Association golf days on the first Sunday of each month on the Gold Coast.
If you would like more information about any of these activities, please contact us.
Development
Coaching and development opportunities are provided through local golf clubs and governing bodies for the sport.
Competition opportunities and pathways
Golfers with a disability can compete in Golf Queensland’s Multi-Disability Golf State Championships. There are also a number of disability-specific state and national events for golfers with an amputation or vision impairment. For more information, visit:
Queensland Amputee Golf Association
Golfers may need to be classified to compete nationally and internationally.
Members can apply for state, national and international funding from our Association.
Equipment
Golfers need a set of golf clubs, golf balls and tees to play. For safety reasons, golfers play on golf courses as well as driving ranges. Specialised equipment that assists players to pick up their ball can be purchased from most golf shops. Golfers who use a wheelchair can hire a lightweight 3-wheel golf cart through our Association.
Other roles
You don’t have to play golf to be involved. You can make a contribution as a volunteer, coach, caddie, official, administrator of the sport or as an enthusiastic supporter. For more information on volunteer opportunities, contact your local golf club.
Working with mainstream sport
We are proud to be working with Golf Queensland as part of Sports CONNECT to develop more opportunities for people with a disability to participate in golf as players, coaches, officials, administrators and volunteers.
Check our Calendar for upcoming events and Gallery for the latest golf photos.
Useful links:
Golf Queensland
Queensland Amputee Golf Association
Blind Golf Australia
