Adaptive Golf

Consider making golf one of your favorite activities; it's very easy to adapt for seated players—just use shorter putters and a ball retriever! See the companies below that sell adapted golf equipment.

There is even a wheelchair that will stand up a player to putt. The Hirider™, made by Falcan Rehabilitation Products, has optional wheels that won't damage grass, and a hookup feature so it can be towed easily by a golf cart. For information, go to: http://www.falconrehab.com/.

You'll of course, consider miniature golf courses because it requires less rolling, but if that gets old, consider borrowing or renting a power chair to play nine holes at a regular course. Or, if you can make the transfers okay, rent a golf cart! Below are two companies that sell adaptive golf equipment. You may also obtain additional information about adapting your sport from the folks at Access to Recreation (listed below).

Upright Golf
http://www.uprightgolf.com/
Upright Golf produces the Assistive Golf Stick, designed specifically for golfers that play or practice from a seated position. Upright Golf also sells adaptive putters and a ball retriever attachment that allows golfers to remain upright, eliminating the game's repetitive bending and stooping.

Sure Grip Sports Glove
http://www.suregripsportsglove.com
This adaptive sports glove is made with special grasping capabilities, including a strong, Velcro strap for grasping a golf club, baseball bat, or any object. The company will build up artificial fingers into the glove, if needed. See site for details.

Access to Recreation
http://www.accesstr.com
Scroll down on left side for golf and many other sports. Clever Clubs®, sold here, are a line of golf clubs for people that use a wheelchair; available in a Shorty set for use from the side.