On-Course Buddy Program

Physically disabled golfer having fun on the course

Get Back in the Game

There’s a shot in golf called a “recovery shot” which gives you a chance to come back from a daunting obstacle and get back in the game. That’s what our On-Course Buddy Program is all about – giving folks a chance to get back in the game of life through free golf with a buddy.

Golfer with Prosethetic Leg posing mid-swing with friend

Golf is Good Therapy

Medical and practical evidence abounds that golf is good therapy. From the invigorating benefits of fresh air to the camaraderie of fellow golfers to the gentle benefits of low-impact exercise, golf delivers an opportunity for happier healing. Importantly, golf improves the brain’s neuroplasticity, its ability to compensate for injury and disease, and to relearn brain functions that have been lost or compromised. Our Co-Founder knows this from firsthand experience.

What is Adaptive Golf?

Adaptive golf is golf that is literally adapted to your special needs and abilities, allowing you to play at your own pace and comfort level with modified or specialized adaptive equipment when needed.

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To Become A Recovery Golfer

Plain and simple, we provide free golf to you and your buddy once a week for six months or 24 rounds in a year.

PLEASE NOTE: The Recovery Shot program is currently being conducted at the Spanish Hills Club in Camarillo, CA on Tuesdays through Sundays after 1 PM. But don’t let that stop you from applying if you live in a surrounding county. We will refer you to an adaptive golf program closer to you OR try to engage a course near you to partner with us.

Apply today and get started!

Required:

Program Application (mandatory). Please submit online.

Go to Program Application Form

Photo/Video Release (optional). Please submit online.

Go to Photo/Video Release Form

The Recovery Shot Waiver (mandatory) which must be printed, filled out, signed by hand, and returned:

Scan and sent to deborahleoni@recoveryshot.org
Or mail to Recovery Shot, 9452 Telephone Road, #430, Ventura, CA 93004

Go to Online Waiver Form

Download Waiver

Minor Participant Release Form (mandatory if golfer is a minor) If the participant is a minor, a parent or legal guardian will be required to sign the aforementioned form.

Scan and sent to deborahleoni@recoveryshot.org
Or mail to Recovery Shot, 9452 Telephone Road, #430, Ventura, CA 93004

Download Minor Participant Release Form

Facts:

The Recovery Shot program operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the program is at capacity, you’ll be put on a waiting list and contacted when there are openings.
Qualification for participation in the Recovery Shot program will be determined by the Recovery Shot Program Committee. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
You are not required to play every week on the same day at the same time. There is flexibility.
After being accepted into the program, we’ll familiarize you with common sense golf etiquette and dress codes.
The Recovery golfer may be asked for medical proof of trauma, injury, or illness.

Please call Executive Director, Deborah Leoni at 805.620.0958 with questions or email her at deborahleoni@recoveryshot.org. We’re here to help.

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