“The sharing of knowledge and experience is a crucial step towards enabling consumers to increase their personal independence. We all are very grateful for your commitment to independent living and to people with disabilities.”

- Leo Canuel, MA Executive Director PARI 2002

“You and the staff should all be very proud of your efforts in making the recently concluded First Swing the largest and best run event I have had the privilege to being a part of.”

- Robert C. Wilson, Executive Director, NAGA 2001

“Susan, the Golf Pro was a great instructor. Thank you Mike Nunnery for your hard work in organizing this!!”

– Bilateral Below Knee Amputee

7th Annual First Swing Seminar

Rehabilitation, Golf and Recreation Professionals are asked to join First Swing Rhode Island for the 7th annual First Swing Seminar on Saturday, September 8, 2007.

  • What: 7th Annual First Swing Seminar
  • When: Saturday, September 8th, 2007, 8am to 12pm
  • Where: Mulligan's Island, Cranston, Rhode Island



The First Swing Seminar is for Rehabilitation, Golf, and Recreational Professionals who are interested in learning to teach adapted golf techniques to physically and mentally challenged individuals. This program encourages the inclusion of golf as an excellent recreational and rehabilitation medium for Hospitals, Long Term Care Facilities, Park/Recreation Departments, etc. First Swing will cover the descriptions of grip, stance/balance, and swing.

Professionals will also practice with adapted golf equipment and wheelchair techniques. First Swing Participants will instruct physically and mentally challenged individuals on the second portion of the day during the Learn to Golf phase of the program.

A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided!

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7th Annual First Swing Learn to Golf Clinic

Join First Swing Rhode Island for the 7th annual Free First Swing Learn to Golf Clinic on Saturday, September 8, 2007.

  • What: 7th Annual First Swing Learn to Golf Clinic
  • When: Saturday, September 8th, 2007, 1pm to 5pm
  • Where: Mulligan's Island, Cranston, Rhode Island

The First Swing Learn to Golf Clinic provides one-on-one instruction for individuals with physical and mental challenges from Rehabilitation, Golf, and Recreational Professionals!

This free program is devoted to every physically and mentally challenged individual regardless of age, handicap, or golf experience. Children may begin by using a putter, excellent training for use in a game of miniature golf with friends. Join
other individuals from the community for the hands-on clinic.
Bring a friend, family member, colleague, your clubs, and come and join us!

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For additional information on the First Swing Seminar or Learn to Golf clinic, contact First Swing Rhode Island: