Member Playing Privileges
As members of the PGA of Canada Atlantic Zone, we are lucky to hold the honour and privilege of being a guest at most PGA lead golf facilities around the country.
While green fees are often waived or significantly reduced, this perk of membership is strictly a privilege and not a right. Abuse of this privilege will not be tolerated by host professionals or the Association.
The following guidelines would be most valuable to keep in mind the next time you visit a facility as a guest of the host professional.
Playing Privilege Recommendations for PGA Members and Apprentice Professionals: |
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| 1. Call in advance; do not show up without calling and getting prior approval. |
| 2. If you’re invited by a guest to come play the property, you should still call in advance. |
| 3. Speak with the Head Professional or Director of Golf personally. Apprentice Professionals should have their Head Professionals call on their behalf |
| 4. Expect that you may be required to pay a fee. |
| 5. Don’t assume that additional players will be welcome at all facilities and if you are bringing guests, don’t assume that they will receive the same PGA Member discount. |
| 6. Consult with the host professional regarding dress code (i.e. shorts) for the facility. |
| 7. Treat the facility as if it were your own (i.e. pick up trash, be very conscious of the policies and the staff, etc.) |
| 8. Remember to always be professional: Throwing/breaking clubs, cursing out loud is NOT professional behaviour. |
| 9. Remember that private clubs may not accept cash. Be prepared. |
| 10. Remember that you represent the host professional, the PGA of Atlantic and the PGA of Canada when you are a guest at someone else’s facility. |
| 11. When possible, make sure to stop in and say thank you and goodbye to the host professionals. |
| 12. ALWAYS write a thank you note to the host professional! |