GOLF FOR THE DISABLED

People with disabilities in the Sacramento region are fortunate to have some of the finest disability programs in Northern California. 

PROGRAMS:

SAVING STROKES
American Heart Association
Selinda Shontz, R.D., Senior Director of Stroke Programs
2007 “O” Street, Sacramento, California 95814
Phone 916-446-6505, Fax 916-446-6744, Website – www.americanheart.org

Saving Strokes is a one-day event geared toward improving strength, flexibility, and balance.  Saving Strokes also offers:  Blood Pressure Screenings, Physical Therapy Assessments, One-on-One Instruction with a Golf Pro, Adaptive Equipment for Golf and a Caregiver’s “Comfort Green” with Massage, Make-overs and more. - Saving Strokes Informational Video

FORE GOLF SACRAMENTO
Disabled Sports USA Far West
Melanie Clouse, Program Coordinator
6060 Sunrise Vista Drive, Suite 2540, Citrus Heights, California 95610
Phone 916-722-6447, Fax 916-722-2627, Website, www.dsusafw.org

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran, you will find a place with Fore Golf if you are disabled or want to volunteer.  Clinics include:  golf-ready assessments and hands-on group lessons.  PGA and LPGA professionals provide instruction.  Fore Golf Sacramento is a wonderful rehab tool.  The program is eight weeks in length which includes a pre-assessment, six-weeks of lessons, and a post-assessment.  Adaptive equipment is available.

Any individual, age 9 or older, with a disability or medical condition that compromises their ability to play golf may participate in this program.  Spouses, family members, friends, caregivers or therapists who want to participate in the instruction process with individual with disability – VOLUNTEERS & MENTORS
Call 916-722-6447 

CALIFORNIA EAGLES “SPECIAL OLYMPICS” PROGRAM 
The First Tee of Greater Sacramento
4427 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, California 95822
Phone 916-455-7888, Fax 916-455-7878, Website, www.tftgs.org

The California Eagle program is held every Tuesday night at 5:30 PM between mid April and mid September at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex and on Wednesday nights at the William Land Golf Course.  This group is made up of “Special Olympic” Golfers with Down’s Syndrome or Cerebral Palsy.  This program began in 1985 and participants in the program have earned a gold and a bronze medal in the World Special Olympic’s Golf Games held at Duke University by the PGA of America. 

SWING FOR THE BLIND
The First Tee of Greater Sacramento
Shaun Barnes, William Land Golf Course, 1702 Sutterville Road, Sac., Ca. 95822
Phone 916-277-1207, Fax 916-277-1216, Website www.tftgs.org

The Swing for the Blind Program has been in existence for over 25 years.  The program is for individuals who are blind or legally blind.

PRIVATE GOLF LESSONS FOR THE DISABLED
Ruben Samaniego, PGA Professional
Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, 3645 Fulton Avenue, Sacramento, California 95821
Phone 916-808-2531, Fax 916-575-2523

Ruben Samaniego is the founder of Fore Golf Sacramento and has received regional and national acclaim for his work with the Disabled.  He has a tremendous following of disabled as well as able bodied golfers.

WESTERN AMPUTEE GOLF ASSOCIATION (WAGA)
Contact Ross Martin at 916-427-0559 or by email at r.martino@sbcglobal.net
Website – www.wagagolf.org

The Western Amputee Golf Association was founded to help amputees and other people with physical disabilities build a sense of personal pride and confidence.  They host several tournaments throughout the region and the United States. 
 

Did you know?  The City of Sacramento Golf Courses rent special single rider carts for the disabled community?  Please call any of the City of Sacramento Golf Courses in advance to reserve one - the amount of carts is limited.