A MUCH-loved all abilities golf program has returned to Mt Martha Golf Club this spring, celebrating diversity and accessibility in golf.
The program, which offers inclusive access to the sport for players of all skill levels and abilities, has two more sessions remaining: 17 October and 21 November. Each event begins with a welcome and warm-up at 1.30pm with this month’s warm-up featuring the new simulators at the course. This is followed by participants heading to the course in groups to play a shortened version of several holes.
Organiser John Bowers said the program, which began in March last year, continued to be well supported and offered a meaningful exercise, social interaction, and camaraderie. “Since launching last year, the program has been well attended and continues to offer participants a chance to enjoy golf, social connection, and healthy activity,” he said.
“Several of our members have achieved certification as community instructors in all abilities, with support from Golf Australia. “We’ve also received valuable training from Sandy Jamieson, a PGA professional at Oakleigh, who developed a specially designed golf club for inclusive use. These clubs are provided by us, although many participants now bring their own.”
Hit off on the course starts at 2pm with a shotgun start format with groups hitting from available tees.
The course kindly sets up additional holes midway along three fairways, with extra tees to suit their format. Groups rotate through available tees and play as many holes as they wish before returning to the clubhouse for afternoon tea and presentations.
The program will take a break over Christmas and January, before returning in February.
For more information, contact Mt Martha Public Golf Course or visit the Golf Australia website and follow the prompts under “Get into Golf – All Abilities.”
First published in the Mornington News – 14 October 2025
