Scottish Golf – Disability Golf Update

Scottish Golf want individuals with disabilities to know that golf is one of the most inclusive sports to play. Its natural classification system focuses on scores submitted, rather than functional ability and individuals with a disability can also play off any tee set they wish to in order to enhance their golfing experience. Whether someone is new to the game or an experienced golfer, they say it’s a fantastic sport to be a part of.

You can read about the benefits of golf, including inspiring stories from golfers with disabilities on the Scottish Golf dedicated webpage for Disability golf.

FREE Coaching sessions for participants with a disability

Over the coming months Scottish Golf will be offering coaching sessions across Scotland for participants with a disability to experience structured-based, interactive golf sessions led by club volunteers, Community Golf Instructors (CGIs) and PGA professionals.

Sessions will be held in Aberdeenshire, Inverness, St Andrews, Midlothian and Glasgow.

All sessions are free and will involve the following opportunities: 

  • Learning the fundamentals using activities and games 
  • Tailored skills development  
  • Driving range sessions 

Get your EDGA Pass

This season Scottish Golf is encouraging all players who have a disability, who play golf regularly, to apply for an EDGA Pass.

This official accreditation (recognised and endorsed by The R&A), supports players’ participation, while improving awareness and integration within a golf club environment.

You can find out more and apply here.

Individual Bursary for golfers with a disability

In addition, Scottish Golf, in collaboration with the Scottish Golf Charitable Trust (the SGCT), are also delighted to have launched a new bursary for golfers with a disability, which forms part of their ongoing development and investment in disability golf pathways in Scotland.

The bursary will provide financial assistance to cover the expenses incurred in competing in domestic and/or international disability golf events. Successful applicants will receive up to a maximum value of £700 per person for the 2025 season.