Training and Education
Founder, Gianna Rojas, travels the country delivering keynotes, workshops, and seminars on the principles of Adaptive Golf for golf professionals and special organizations in the health and rehabilitative industries. Learn the importance of accessible golf, adaptive swing techniques, equipment modifications, and resources specific to adaptive golfers with varying needs.
Explore our calendar below for upcoming seminars and speaking engagements.
Programs and Upcoming Events
{LPGA Professionals Webinar} An introduction to adaptive golfers
In 2019 Adaptive Golfers presented to the LPGA in their Educational Web Series.
Adaptive Golfers is a designated LPGA Approved Education Provider to teach the teaching professionals Adaptive Golf techniques and best practices.
DESIGNATION GRANTED TO ADAPTIVE GOLFERS IN JUNE 2019
Adaptive Golfers Player development -
Introduction -
Welcome to the World of Adaptive Golf Player Development Keynote/Instructor : Gianna Rojas “One Handed Lady Golfer” Founder of Adaptive Golfers. Join us as we invite you, welcome you, and introduce you to the World of Adaptive Golf from the perspective of the Golfer with a disability. We will give a broad overview of what you can expect from our course and why. Maybe even find your own “WHY” to become an Adaptive Golf Specialists.
Preview of full course/Adaptive Golf Lesson 101
ADA - Protecting the rights for ALL to Play. (LIVE RECORDING)
What is the ADA?
Who is protected?
Meeting the mandates of ADA and assisting Golf Courses and programs to comply.
Why become an Adaptive Golfers Player Development Professional?
How to get the knowledge to add to your teaching practices? How do you learn more about the ADAPTIVE GOLF WORLD?
Kessler Rehabilitative Hospital - Wellness Expo
LIMITED Availability
Soft LauncH - LIVE Cohort Networking
ENGAGEMent and feedback encouraged
Monday Feb 26th , 2024
7:00 PM
Location
Virtually Zoom - Live broadcasted from
ADAPTIVE GOLF CHANNEL - GolfABILITIES Show
Adaptive Golfers Player development
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Becoming and Adaptive Golf Professional
Photo Credits: PGA Tour Superstore Myrtle Beach Adaptive Golf Teachers Workshop - Marybeth Kohberger, Master PGA Class A and Owner of To the TEE, Marty Turcios, and Nick during self-adaptation sessions.
Adaptive Golfers Player development - Full Prgram
Start a new journey as you embark on the World of Adaptive Golf. This fully immersive and accredited course is intended to empower you with the knowledge of teach and serve individuals with disabilities for Adaptive Golf as therapy, leisure game, sport, even World Ranked Competitions. There is a pathway to meet all expectations levels.
The course consists of 14 virtual lessons, additional resource readings and research, activities for self adaptation and will be credited to your career certifications, (i.e. MSR’s, C.U’s, etc.)
Availability
PGA Show Formal Launch Party
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Adaptive Golfers Booth 1598
January 24, 2024
4:00 PM ET
Location
Virtually Zoom on the ADAPTIVE GOLF CHANNEL
IN-Person PGA Show Booth 1589 - January 23-26, 2024
Live streaming On Demand @wingding.tv
Adaptive Golfers Player Development
A young man in a wheelchair is skillfully guided by a woman with one hand as they work together to hit a foam ball into a hitting net. This touching scene encapsulates the inclusive spirit of Adaptive Golfers. With a focus on enabling individuals with unique challenges to enjoy the game of golf, Adaptive Golfers emphasizes player development and empowerment.
The image showcases the dedication and support offered by Adaptive Golfers, as symbolized by the woman assisting the young man with holding his club. This heartwarming display underscores the organization's commitment to creating opportunities for everyone to participate in the sport, regardless of physical limitations.
The logo prominently features the words "ADAPTIVE GOLFERS PLAYER DEVELOPMENT" in white lettering, highlighting the organization's mission to foster growth and skill-building among its players. Additionally, the website "adaptivegolfers.org" is included in white lettering, offering a gateway for individuals to learn more about how Adaptive Golfers is making a difference in the golfing community.
Overall, the scene captures the essence of inclusion and compassion that defines Adaptive Golfers, showcasing how the power of teamwork and support can help individuals overcome barriers and embrace the joy of golf.
A picture of a golfer in a green outfit, ready to hit the ball, with a gold and green circle around it saying Adaptive Golfers Player Development in gold letters.
Adaptive Golfers Player development - Full Program - Spring Series
Start a new journey as you embark on the World of Adaptive Golf. This fully immersive course is intended to empower you with the knowledge of teach and serve individuals with disabilities for Adaptive Golf as therapy, leisure game, sport, even World Ranked Competitions. There is a pathway to meet all expectations levels.
The course consists of 16 virtual lessons, additional resource readings and research, activities for self adaptation and can be credited to your career certifications.
Course materials will be released on demand, in groups each week on Tuesday’s with two weeks to complete. Feedback and materials reviewed live on Monday’s at 7 pm.
Adaptive Golfers Player development - Class 1
Making Golf Accessible to All
Lessons
Protecting the rights of all to play Golf
Improving access at your Facility
Meeting the needs of your Community
Understanding the value of Golf for people with Disabilities
Availability
Monday – May 6, 2024
7:00 PM ET
Location
Virtually Zoom - Adaptive Golf Channel
Adaptive Golfers Player development - Class 2
Learning and Playing with a Disability
Teaching athletes with disabilities requires many of the same skills when teach someone without disabilities. The purpose of these lessons to present a general model of golf that is found is appropriate for teaching ALL Golfers of ALL Abilities.
Lessons
5. Teaching Golf using Student Centered Model and Why
6. Playing the game of Golf
7. Creating Safe learning Environments
8. Accessing Golfers with Disabilities
Availability
Monday March 11, 2024
Location
Virtually Zoom - Live class recording
On Demand - 48 hrs. after live class
Adaptive Golfers Player Development - Class 3
Understanding the needs of Golfers with Disabilities
In the next couple of series we will introduce many of different Impairments and give you an understanding of what their characteristics are, and how best access and teach them.
Lessons
9. Cognitive impairments
10. Attentional impairments
11. Visual
12.Hearing impairments
13. Physical Disabilities
Availability
Monday March 25th, 2024
Location
Virtually Zoom - Live class recording
On Demand - 48 hrs. after live class
Adaptive Golfers Player development - Class 4
Developing a full participation Golf program
Lessons
14. Enhancing Playability Using Adaptive Equipment
15. Creating a Community Based Support
16. Creating a Team for Program Development
Availability
Monday April 8th, 2024
Location
Virtually Zoom - Live class recording
On Demand - 48 hrs. after live class