Golf course courtesy for PGA Members

PGA Members are reminded to follow the latest regulations and ensure the correct process is followed when visiting other golf establishments.

While it is important for you to speak to a resident pro if you wish to visit/play their course, you must also adhere to the full regulations in The PGA’s Code of Ethics.

The PGA’s Code of Ethics (2.4/2.5) states:

If a Member wishes to visit or play on a course or golf establishment other than their own, they should adopt the following procedures:

• if they are engaged in any professional activity whatsoever (being any activity carried out in their capacity as a Golf Professional and/or Association Member whether or not for profit) they must discuss the nature of the visit and any business they plan to transact at the establishment with the resident PGA Professional or facility representative before confirming their arrangements;
• telephone the resident PGA Professional or facility representative the day before or earlier to ensure the visit can be accommodated.
• make the appropriate introductions to the resident PGA Professional or facility representative and Club Secretary on arrival; and
• produce a PGA current membership or registration card to substantiate identity.

If a Member wishes to play a courtesy round on a course other than their own they should contact the Head PGA Professional at that course at least one day in advance to advise that Professional of their wish to play a courtesy round and seeking that Professional’s approval for the round.

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