
OUR MEMBERS
The USAGA brings together adaptive golf organizations from around the country in our golf alliance. Together with our member organizations, we are bringing inclusion to those with disabilities through the game of golf.
Adaptive Golf Academy
Marietta, GA
David Windsor
david@adaptivegolfacademy.com
Led by PGA Professional David Windsor, fellow PGA Members, Physical Therapists and others with depths of experience, the Adaptive Golf Academy instills education and training on becoming adaptive golf coaches and developing community programs.
Adaptive Golf Association
Marietta, GA
Marc Timson
Adaptivegolf@gmail.com
The Adaptive Golf Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing individuals with physical/cognitive challenges with the needed resources to learn and enjoy the game of golf while utilizing the sport in their recovery.
Adaptive Golf Experience
Parris Island, SC
Steve Giammona
Steve@AdaptiveGolfExperience.com
To serve as an extension of rehabilitation to help injured veterans and those with disabilities discover their abilities through Adaptive Golf techniques and equipment.
Adaptive Golf Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
Steve Husome
steve@husomestrong.com
The mission of Adaptive Golf Iowa is to spread joy through the game of golf to those living with disabilities throughout Iowa.
Adaptive Golf Program Durango
Durango, CO
adaptivegolfprogram@gmail.com
The Adaptive Golf Program was created to bring the game of golf, and all its physical and social benefits to the disabled community in the Durango area. We started our program in 2013 with 4 eager participants and have grown to over 60 participants, with 450 individual lessons taught in 2019.
All Abilities Golf Academy
Helena, MT
ryan@allabilitiesgolf.org
Raising awareness toward disability through the game of golf.
Amputee Association of Maine
Falmouth, ME
jlemieux@antonlemieux.com
The Amputee Association of Maine’s mission of providing education, support and access to services for people with limb loss. AAM was formed to assist amputees, their families, friends and supporters. Our goal is to serve as a clearinghouse for information about amputee services in the state of Maine and parts of New Hampshire.
Angel City Sports
Los Angeles, CA
sport@angelcitysports.org
The mission of Angel City Sports is to create sports opportunities for adults, children, and veterans with physical differences and impairments.
Arizona Golf Association
Scottsdale, AZ
info@azgolf.org
We exist to connect golfers with the greatest game on this green earth. As the governing body of Arizona golf, we continuously strive to elevate sport and unlock access for all levels of players - embracing beginners' road to refinement while celebrating competition amongst champions.
Bridges For Freedom
Findlay, OH
Denny Jarrett
bffjourneys@gmail.com
419-672-9553
Bridges For Freedom LLC provides functional, meaningful, and enjoyable activities that enable people to meet their individual goals and become more independent in their daily living, socialization, communication, and leisure skills.
Button Hole
Providence, RI
Don Wright
dwright@buttonhole.org
Button Hole enriches the lives of young people by providing facilities and programs that develop strong character, teach life values, and champion success through the game of golf.
Carolina Adaptive Golf
Greenville, SC
Brandon Worley
ucagnow@gmail.com
Our mission is to help individuals overcome All cognitive and physical challenges and seek a flourishing life by way of Golf Therapy.
Chicago District Golf Association
Lemont, IL
info@cdga.org
At the Chicago District Golf Association, we believe that together we are “Better Through Golf.” We create opportunities for everyone to experience the life-changing benefits of the game, on and off the course.
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Minneapolis, MN
Shannon Newman
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, part of Allina Health, provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and community services. Our goal is to partner with you to help you achieve your highest level of independence, health and wellness. We do this by providing excellent services, innovative programs, ground-breaking research and barrier-shattering advocacy
Eastern Amputee Golf Association
Bethlehem, PA
Bob Buck
rbuck@eagagolf.org
EAGA's prime purpose is to organize and conduct amputee golfing events and "Learn to Golf" clinics for any physically challenged individual, provide communication between its members and act as a bridge between its members and the National Association.
Florida State Golf Association
Tampa, FL
CJ Hollister
cj@fsga.org
Promoting, protecting, and preserving the game of golf since 1913, for all golfers in the state of Florida.
Georgia State Golf Association
Marietta, GA
David Windsor
davidwindsorpga@gmail.com
The mission of the Georgia State Golf Association is to promote and preserve the traditions and integrity of golf in Georgia and to enhance its enjoyment.
Golf4 The Disabled
Greenwood Village, CO
Ken Paieski
kenpaieski@gmail.com
Golf 4 The Disabled is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission of improving the lives of people with disabilities through the game of golf. The core of our program is teaching golf to people with disabilities and raising money for that purpose.
Golf Association of Philadelphia
Broomall, PA
Anna Kittelson
akittelson@gapgolf.org
Our mission is to provide education, support and access to services for people with limb loss.
Golf For All
Wellesley Hills, MA
Fred Corcoran
fredcorc@golfforall.org
Golf For All is dedicated to providing free, accessible golf programs for US military veterans, children and adults with autism and autism-spectrum disorders facing physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges.
HusomeStrong Foundation
Cedar Falls, IA
steve@husomestrong.com
The HusomeStrong Foundation is committed to helping the amputee community through peer support, advocacy and financial assistance.
I Got This Foundation
Glendale AZ
mail@igotthis.foundation
I GOT THIS Foundation has a mission to promote golf instruction and playing opportunities for people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities nationwide.
Indiana Golf Association
Indianapolis, IN
Stacey Rice-Dorman
srice@indianagolf.org
The mission of the Indiana Golf Association is to promote the game of golf while maintaining the traditions and integrity of the game. We seek to encourage involvement, educate players, and provide fair competitive opportunities for all Indiana amateur golfers.
Iowa Adaptive Golf Association
Des Moines, IA
Steve Husome
steve@husomestrong.com
The Iowa Adaptive Golf Association is dedicated to the education and rehabilitation of individuals regardless of age, gender, and skill through participation in golf. Experiences are shared, encouragement offered, and friendships developed demonstrating that an amputation does not limit one's activities, achievements, or quality of life.
Iowa Golf Association
Ankeny, IA
Chad Pitts, CEO/Executive Director
cpitts@iowagolf.org
The Iowa Golf Association is the governing body for golf in the state of Iowa and exists as a non-profit organization that works to preserve, protect and promote the best interests and spirit of the game. As “caretakers” of the game we work to preserve the rich history of golf in our state and to provide numerous services that benefit all that play the game in Iowa.
Joe Grohman Golf Foundation
Fullerton, CA
info@JoeGrohmanGolfFoundation.org
The mission of the MGA Foundation is to “Provide a pathway to bright futures for Met Area youth through golf’s foundational values that include education, hard work, honesty, citizenship and self-belief.”
Kentucky Amputee Golf Charities
Finchville, KY
amputeegolfcharities@gmail.com
Amputee Golf Charities responsible for the Kentucky Adaptive Charities Championship.
Metropolitan Golf Association
Elmsford, NY
Ryan Kayton
ryan.kayton@mgagolf.org
The mission of the MGA Foundation is to “Provide a pathway to bright futures for Met Area youth through golf’s foundational values that include education, hard work, honesty, citizenship and self-belief.”
Michigan Amputee Golf Association
St. Clair Shores, MI
Bryan Biagioli
bbiagioli@comcast.net
Established in 1955, the Michigan Amputee Golf Association has been conducting tournaments and encouraging participation for hundreds of amputee golfers in the Midwest with a golf of camaraderie, competition, and enjoyment the great game of golf can provide.
Midwestern Amputee Golf Association
Northbrook, IL
Bradley Schubert
bradley.schubert@sbcglobal.net
Established in 2001, the Midwestern Amputee Golf Association (MWAGA) is a volunteer group of individuals who have experienced and overcome the loss of a limb or limbs and utilize the game of golf to promote friendship, fitness, fun and rehabilitiation through active participation in golf for amputees of all ages.
Minnesota Golf Association
Edina, MN
info@mngolf.org
Founded in 1901 with seven golf clubs, the Minnesota Golf Association’s membership has grown to 400 courses and 92,000 individual members throughout the state. Our mission is to uphold and promote the game of golf and its values for all golfers in Minnesota.
Missouri Amputee Golf Association
California, MO
richardschatzer@gmail.com
Incorporated in 1954, NAGA began as a small group of amputee golfers playing friendly games that quickly developed into regional tournament play in various cities across the United States.
National Amputee Golf Association
Montrose, MI
Bradley Schubert
bradley.schubert@sbcglobal.net
Incorporated in 1954, NAGA began as a small group of amputee golfers playing friendly games that quickly developed into regional tournament play in various cities across the United States.
North American One-Armed Golfers Association
Louisville, KY
Dan Aldrich
dan@aldrichwealth.com
The mission of NAOAGA is to promote the game of golf to those that must play "one-handed" due to a physically-challenged condition for the purpose of competition, recreation, and physical & emotional rehabilitation.
Northern Ohio Golf Association
North Olmsted, OH
Robb Schulze
rschulze@noga.org
Founded in 1917 to foster interclub competition and promote the history and traditions of the game of golf, today the Northern Ohio Golf Association is comprised of 160 member clubs and approximately 33,000 individual golfing members. In addition, the Association serves as an Allied Golf Association to the United States Golf Association (USGA), providing NOGA/USGA handicap services to public and private golfers through the Golf Handicap & Information Network (GHIN).
Range Fore Hope Foundation
Blythewood, SC
Alvin King
alvin@rangeforehope.org
Our Mission is to provide access to a variety of outdoor activities as a positive outlet to assist Active-Duty Service Members, Veterans (Combat and Disabled), and their Dependents as they overcome life's difficulties specifically attributed to the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Recovery Shot
Ventura, CA
Deborah Leoni
deborahleoni@recoveryshot.org
Our Mission is to bring the healing power of golf through a variety of means to persons rehabilitating from or living with a rehabilitating injury, illness or conditions.
Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
Dallas, TX
Dana Dempsey
Dana.Dempsey@tsrh.org
The Learn to Golf program gives Scottish Rite for Children patients throughout Texas with physical challenges a hands-on introduction to the game of golf. The program provides the tools and instruction needed for patients to participate in and reap the rehabilitative benefits of the game.
Southern Amputee Golf Association
Hiawassee, GA
Jim Mcelhiney
kennynaga@yahoo.com
In 1957, Joe Avans and several of his friends held the 1st Southern States Amputees Golf Tournament in Warm Springs, Georgia . Little did they realize this tournament would survive the test of time and allow so many of us to enjoy the game of golf.
Southern California Golf Association
Studio City, CA
Matt Pawlak
MPawlak@scga.org
The SCGA is devoted to providing all Southland golfers with the best experience possible. Its primary goal is to enhance the enjoyment of the game for those who actively live the golf lifestyle or have just learned to swing a club. Advocating on behalf of our community of passionate golfers, the SCGA provides accessible and affordable opportunities for anyone looking to be involved with the game. Whether crowning champions at amateur tournaments or providing a Handicap Index to track a golfer’s progress, the SCGA is committed to providing exceptional service to its member
Tee It Up 4All
Tucson, AZ
Jon Moore
jon@tiu4all.org
Our mission is to enhance the physical and mental well-being of "at risk”/adaptive youth, wounded veterans and first responders in need, by using Golf as the medium to achieve their life goals.
Texas Adaptive Golf Association
Azle, TX
texasadaptivegolfassoc.2019@gmail.com
Texas Adaptive Golf Association brings boldness and poise to anyone with a disability that's wants to golf. by conducting adaptive golf clinics as well as golf tournaments
The Bridge Adaptive Sports
Cincinnati, OH
info@thebridgeadaptive.org
Our mission is to increase awareness and promote opportunities for individuals to participate in adaptive sports and recreation in order to improve their quality of life.
The Turn
North Olmsted, OH
Kristine Schulze
kschulze@noga.org
For more than 20 years, The Turn has been at the forefront of serving adults, children, and veterans through its non-clinical adaptive fitness and recreation programs, inspiring hope and enhancing the health and well-being of people with physical disabilities to help them “make the turn” into the next chapter of their lives, both physically and emotionally.
United States Blind Golf Association
Lehighton, PA
Bob Banks - President
rwbanks@hotmail.com
The United States Blind Golf Association is an organization for individuals with visual impairments to learn, compete and challenge the game of golf.
United States Disabled Golf Association
Clinton, NC
Jason Faircloth
info@usdga.net
We believe that golfers who have disabilities should be given an opportunity to showcase his or her talents in a championship style event. The objective is to bring our own championship to any golfer with a physical, intellectual, and sensory disability. With this design, we will reach golfers who never had the opportunity to compete in a national event.
U.S. Seated Golfers’ Association
Chandler, AZ
Larry Celano
cards227@gmail.com
Supporting opportunity and inclusion for those to play golf from a seated position.
Vietnam Veterans of American Chapter 1113
Memphis, TN
Rev. Leonard Perkins Sr.
revperk2000@yahoo.com
There are endless opportunities on our 46 acre Golf plex and Adaptive Sports Center. That is why we take to heart the input and ideas of our members and partners.
Virginia State Golf Association
Midlothian, VA
Matt Smiley, Executive Director
msmiley@vsga.org
Since 1904, the VSGA has been dedicated to providing golfers a full range of services for the good of the game and golf in Virginia. Today, the VSGA is comprised of nearly 300 member clubs and more than 72,000 individual members. The VSGA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, and offers substantial value and access to courses throughout the commonwealth.
Western Amputee Golf Association
Portland, OR
Jim Curley, President
jimmer2525@hotmail.com
The Western Amputee Golf Association (WAGA) was founded to help amputees and other physically challenged people build a sense of personal pride and confidence.
Wisconsin Amputee Golf Association
Green Bay, WI
Joel Everts, WAGA President
wiamputeegolf@yahoo.com
The Wisconsin Amputee Golf Association hosts the annual Badgerland Amputee Golf Tournament. This limb-loss only event is held in the second weekend in August.
Associate Members
Adaptive Golfers
North Myrtle Beach, SC
Oak Ridge, NJ
Giana Rojas
onehandedladygolfer@gmail.com
It is a resource for people with all DIFFERENT ABILITIES. Be it Physical, Cognitive, Sensory, Health, or Age related, Adaptive Golfers will help challenged golfers match up with the resources needed to play to the best of their potential
OHIOHEALTH Fore HOPE
Columbus, OH
Tyler Thompson
tyler.thompson@ohiohealth.com
We empower those with neurological conditions. Since 1989, OhioHealth Fore Hope has been improving cognitive, physical and social needs through individual and group golf programs. We work with seasoned golfers and those new to the game.
International Partners
Asociacion argentina de Golf
Fomentar el juego del golf en la República Argentina, manteniendo su verdadero espíritu del juego, según las antiguas y honrosas tradiciones. Adoptar un reglamento para aficionados, vigilar su cumplimiento e interpretarlo.
Promote the game of golf in the Argentine Republic, maintaining its true spirit of the game, according to the ancient and honorable traditions. Adopt a regulation for fans, monitor compliance and interpret it.
The Cairns Cup
John Bell
john.bell@thecairnscup.com
To host the worlds premiere inclusive adaptive golf match play event to create awareness of adaptive golf across the globe.
Japan Disabled Golf Association
Japan Disabled Golf Association (JDGA) was established in 1991 by KENJI MIZUTA (a parasports trainer and physical therapist who worked for the National Rehabilitation Center).
The first championship, the 1st Japan Open Golf Championship was held in 1996 at Wing Field Golf Club (Tochigi Prefecture). During this championship, wheel chair players played 18 holes for the first time in Japan.
The Phoenix Cup
Steve Husome
The Phoenix Cup international match play competition provides a unique opportunity for disabled players to showcase their talents on the golf course. Team USA strives to include athletes across all disability classifications creating opportunities for all adaptive players to represent their country in this prestigious event.