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Topgolf Celebrates International Day of the Deaf on September 30, 2018 with Complimentary Classes<\/strong><\/p>\n

All U.S. venues will offer opportunity for guests with hearing impairments to learn golf and network<\/p>\n

DALLAS, Sept. 17, 2018 \/PRNewswire\/ — Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf today announced that every U.S. venue will offer a golf instruction and networking event for guests with hearing impairments on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. This special Topgolf Coach class, hosted in honor of International Day of the Deaf, will be tailored to teach all skill levels the fundamentals of the game in a relaxed and social setting. American Sign Language interpreters also will be present at all venues during the classes.<\/p>\n

“As American Sign Language users, we are thrilled to see Topgolf take the initiative to support and accommodate the deaf and hard of hearing community, along with recognizing deaf-led organizations such as Deaf Action Center,” said Deaf Action Center Interpreting Department Manager Eric Patterson. “This type of forward thinking that Topgolf is presenting not only brings much needed exposure to our culture and language, but also shows their inclusivity and commitment to all cultures and languages.”<\/p>\n

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In addition to the complimentary class on Sept. 30, Topgolf will be unveiling a safety and instructional video in American Sign Language that can be accessed on every game panel for any guest with a hearing disability. This will be the first video available on the Topgolf game screen and aims to make the guest experience at Topgolf more comfortable and inclusive.<\/p>\n

“At Topgolf, we care greatly about being everyone’s game,” said Topgolf Chief Executive Officer Dolf Berle. “We hope that all members of the deaf community will join us for this opportunity as we celebrate this day which honors them across the globe.”<\/p>\n

Topgolf’s energetic, beginner-friendly, 60-minute class is built around a variety of drills to improve body motions and make each individual’s golf swing intuitive and free-flowing. One hour of instruction will include:<\/p>\n