Vision Sports Ireland

Golf Ireland and Vision Sports Ireland Launch New Resource to Support Golfers who are Blind or Vision Impaired.

Golf Ireland, in partnership with Vision Sports Ireland, has launched a new educational video and resource designed to support golfers in taking on the role of a guide for golfers who are blind or vision impaired.

The video resource and accompanying Blind Golf Guide forms part of Golf Ireland’s Golf4All programme and Vision Sports Ireland knowledge hub, aiming to provide practical guidance to guides, caddies, volunteers and golfers on how to support and play alongside golfers who are blind or vision impaired.

Read the full press release and access the resource and video on the VSI website -https://visionsports.ie/golf-ireland-and-vision-sports-ireland-launch-new-resource-to-support-golfers-who-are-blind-or-vision-impaired/

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A fantastic session at todays Blind Golf Guide Workshop today at The Heath Golf Club - The Heath, Co Laois!
Delivered in collaboration with Golf Ireland and the VIP Hub, the workshop brought together an enthusiastic group of guides and caddies keen to develop their knowledge and confidence in supporting blind and vision impaired golfers.
It was a brilliant opportunity to learn from PGA Professional Ray Ryan, and Irish golfer Darragh Stakelum who shared valuable practical advice on guiding, communication, course support and the important role of the caddie.
A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such a positive day.
Following today’s workshop, we are now excited to prepare for the upcoming launch of our new Blind Golf resources. More information coming soon!
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Time to give rugby a go!
There will be a VI Rugby come and try session as part of the hosted by VIP Hub
The perfect opportunity to give it a try in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Register online - https://www.laoissports.ie/vip-hub/inclusion-games-vision-sports-registration-form/

No plans this weekend? We've got you covered!

Sign up for the FREE Blind Golf Guide Training Workshop, taking place this Saturday July 11th from 15:00 – 17:00 at The Heath Golf Club, Portlaoise.

The Blind Golf Guide Training Workshop is designed to give sighted participants the skills, knowledge, and confidence to guide and support a golfer who is blind or vision impaired, both on and off the course.

For more details or to register, check out the Vision Sports website - https://visionsports.ie/event/blind-golf-guide-training-workshop/

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Your next chance to upskill is just around the corner.

Our Vision Sports Awareness Training, endorsed by Sport Ireland Coaching, gives coaches, teachers and volunteers the practical tools to make sport more inclusive.
Sign up to our next public course on 18th August or send us a message to book a private course for your club, sport or facility.

https://visionsports.ie/event/vision-sports-awareness-training-august/

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Great to be back at Barretstown to deliver Vision Sports Awareness Training with another brilliant group of new volunteers and staff.
During the session, we explored practical ways to support children who are blind or vision impaired, including communication, guiding techniques, adapting activities, understanding different types of vision impairment, and creating inclusive and accessible camp environments.

It is fantastic to see the commitment from the team at Barretstown to ensuring every child has the opportunity to take part, feel included and enjoy a positive camp experience.
Wishing the team the very best for the season ahead.


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Vision Sports Ireland, along with Vision Ireland, are supporting research by DCU. The Start Well+ study is a Research Ireland funded project based at DCU investigating physical literacy and sport participation among children with vision impairment in Ireland. The next phase of the research has begun with children who are blind or vision impaired being asked to take part.

Children are invited to complete an anonymous online questionnaire (approx.10 minutes) about their physical activity habits, preferences, enjoyment, and how they like to learn. Participation is entirely voluntary. The study aims to develop programmes and activities to better support children who are blind and vision impaired to be more physically active.

Survey links are available on the Vision Sports Ireland website - https://visionsports.ie/start-well-physical-literacy-for-us/

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Sligo Rovers Audio Descriptive Commentary Training 🎤

Last night we were delighted to visit The Showgroubds to work with Sligo Rovers F.C. as the education provider for their all new Audio Descriptive Commentary Service 🎤

Wishing the club all the best as they roll out the program later in the year at all home games ⚽️

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Rovers In The Community 🔴⚪️

We had a fantastic turnout this evening at the Showgrounds for our volunteer Audio Descriptive Commentary training with Sara from Vision Sports Ireland 🤝

Many thanks to Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership for their support with this initiative 😃

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The VIP Hub Inclusion Games are really starting to take shape!

On Friday 14th August you can tee off with Trackman Longest Drive & 3 Hole Competitions to kick start the weekend of activities.

Registration for the competitions is through Golf Ireland - https://shorturl.at/V8eIl

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