MABGA Membership Requirements

Revised 01/25/2025

Join the Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association (MABGA)

Like any group or club, there are certain requirements for membership in the Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association (MABGA). If you’re blind or have low vision and have an interest in golf, we welcome you to join our community.

Membership Requirements

  1. You must live in the Middle Atlantic region, specifically in Philadelphia, the Philadelphia suburbs, South Jersey, Delaware, or the surrounding areas. All of our golf outings are hosted in this vicinity, and you will need to travel to the host golf courses to participate in events.
  2. You must be totally blind or legally blind as defined by the Social Security Administration.
  3. You must have an interest in playing or learning to play golf.
  4. You must be 18 years old or older.
  5. You will need to complete the following application Steps:

Becoming a Member

Once accepted, you will become a Prospective Member. As a prospective member, you will be invited to participate in all MABGA activities for a trial period. Afterward, you will be asked to become a Full Voting Member of the organization.

Finding a Coach

Before you can begin playing golf, you will need to find a coach. A coach is an individual who:

  • Provides transportation to and from the golf courses.
  • Acts as your playing partner in the alternate shot format as defined by the Rules of Golf.
  • Assists you in whatever way is necessary for you to play golf.

While assistance can be provided in finding a coach, we encourage all members to locate their own. Many blind golfers have multiple coaches to ensure someone is available when needed.

Membership Dues

To remain an active member of MABGA, you must pay annual membership dues:

  • 2025 Dues for New Prospective Members: $50 (reduced from $100).
  • Dues for Current Members: Waived for the 2025 calendar year, thanks to a generous donation.

Payment Options:

Contact Us

If you’re interested in joining MABGA, contact our Membership Chair for more information:

Leah Kinzinger
Phone: 215 745 2323
Email: membership@mabga.org

Join MABGA and discover the joy of playing golf while connecting with a supportive community of blind and low-vision golfers. We look forward to welcoming you!

Back to top