people
a standing position, to allow a more
conventional golf swing.
“The ParaGolfer gives me
absolute freedom in the outdoors,
not just on the golf course, but also
on the beach, accessing rivers and
lakes and generally being more
adventurous,” James said.
James using the ParaGolfer (above),
Ben on a golf buggy (below), and the
pair out on the course (below left).
“Being able to stand up and talk
eye-to-eye with people, hug my loved
ones, and the way my body feels after
a golf session is irreplaceable.”
People with disability can try the
They have had preliminary
ParaGolfer at Empower Golf’s regular discussions with the International
come and try clinics. Empower Golf Paralympic Committee, International
is a registered National Disability Golf Federation and global disability
Insurance Scheme (NDIS) service golf associations; attended world
provider, which James said allows the championships, and supported
business to provide more professional, Australia’s golfing bodies with
sustainable and enjoyable assistance was out of reach or they were very submissions and documentation
for people with disability, their family, nervous about trying, was fantastic. regarding Paralympic inclusion.
friends and carers.
“Most people are pleasantly
surprised at how well they hit they part of the 2024 Paralympics, which
people who get involved in Empower ball, how fun it can be, or just how would be a tremendous achievement
Golf when perhaps they thought golf magic it is to be outside on a glorious and give so many of our players extra
day with the sun out, the wind in your motivation to play golf and the drive
hair and a smile on your face,” he said. to succeed,” James said.
“Many have been simply
due to the handicap system, golf is
again on the ParaGolfer and enjoy arguably the best sport for people
the incredible feeling of such a with disability.
“It is really the only sport you can
“Others find it quite addictive play with anyone in your life, not just
and if they don’t play every week, against people with disability. What
they find themselves becoming have you got to lose by trying golf?”
frustrated – Ben and I can certainly
vouch for this!”
James and Ben are now working
towards getting golf included in the
Paralympics.
people
“As the most inclusive sport
overwhelmed to be able to stand up
simple thing.
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“It is highly likely that golf will be
He said the feedback he gets from
Empower Golf offers come and
try programs, clinics, lessons, club
fittings, equipment, course access
support and hosts tournaments.
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