The Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf program is infused with evidence-based practices for teaching golf to people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Participants learn golf skills while practicing specific autism learning concepts, including communication, emotional regulation, motor, and social skills.
The goal of the program is for participants to achieve their individual golf successes and to build confidence and self-esteem in a fun, welcoming, and supportive environment.
Learn More About the Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf Program
“How to Run an Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf Clinic”
This video gives a comprehensive overview of the curriculum. Learn how golf can help people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), how to teach golf skills to individuals with ASD, and the flow of an Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf session.
Video Modeling
Video models are a helpful way to prepare individuals with autism for what they can expect during an experience. This video model demonstrates an Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf session.
How to Become an Official Program Provider
Are you passionate about bringing the Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf Program to your community? To become an Official Program Provider, you must complete our Official Program Provider online training course.
For more information and/or to become an Official Program Provider, contact: sports@elsforautism.org
Sneak Peek Video Tutorials for the Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf Program
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- Welcome Schedule (:52)
- Warm-up Circle Routine (2:27)
- Rules (:37)
- Strategies for Success (:32)
- Station Set-ups (:43)
- Athletic Assessment (2:43)
- Final Golf Assessment (3:24)
Resource Library for Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf
Available to Official Program Providers worldwide.
Tune into the FORE! Autism Podcast for an Interview with an OPP Provider
List of National and International Official Program Providers
