Every week in the summer, our athletes light up the fairways at Nine Golf under the enthusiastic guidance of Coach Bob! With big smiles, high-fives, and plenty of “great shots!”, this program celebrates ability, friendship, and personal bests on a beautiful, welcoming nine-hole course. Whether it’s mastering a putt, crushing a drive, or simply enjoying the fresh air with teammates, Coach Bob’s players are proving that golf is for everyone.

Registration is just $20.

Programs run from June to Aug

Head Coach: Bob

Location: Nine Golf

Address: Hwy 2

Day of the week: TBD

If you are a first-time athlete, you do first need to register with Special Olympics Ontario.  When you have completed that, please tap the button below and sign up for your chosen sport.

The Game of Golf and Its Benefits for Special Olympics Athletes

Golf is a timeless sport played on beautiful green courses where players use clubs to hit a small ball into a series of holes using as few strokes as possible. It can be enjoyed on a full 18-hole course or a friendlier 9-hole layout, making it accessible for all ages and abilities. While it looks simple, golf blends physical skill, mental focus, strategy, and patience.

For Special Olympics athletes, golf offers incredible benefits:

• Physical Development: It builds coordination, balance, strength, and endurance through swinging, walking the course, and putting. Many athletes improve their motor skills and overall fitness in a low-impact, enjoyable way.

• Mental & Emotional Growth: Golf teaches focus, patience, and resilience. Learning to handle good shots and challenges helps build confidence and self-esteem.

• Social Connection: Playing with teammates and coaches fosters friendships, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The inclusive environment creates a strong sense of belonging.

• Life Skills: Athletes learn goal-setting, sportsmanship, and the joy of personal improvement — skills that carry over into everyday life.

Programs like Special Olympics Golf at Nine Hole Golf with Coach Bob show how the sport welcomes every athlete exactly as they are, celebrating effort and progress on every hole. It’s more than just a game — it’s a powerful tool for growth, inclusion, and pure fun.