Australia is fortunate to arguably have the best array of golf courses in the world. In total there are approximately 1,500 golf clubs that all provide various membership opportunities.

The benefits of joining a golf club are extensive and include:

• Certainty of arranging a game at a given time

• Ability to freely access the course 

• Enjoying the social camaraderie

• Developing life-long friendships

• Playing in competitions or just for fun

• Achieving a sense of belonging and the opportunity to contribute to the Club and local community

• Contributing to a healthier Australian community

Click here to find out everything you need to know about joining a golf club in Australia.

Becoming a community golf instructor enables you to share your love of golf and help grow the game.

The Community Instructor Program provides online training and accreditation, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver the following national participation programs: 

• MyGolf Club

  • Australia’s national introductory junior program at a golf facility

• Schools

  • Primary and secondary school-based programs (specialised teacher module available)

What can you expect?

• Online training and assessment, facilitated by interactive and engaging content.

• A program that’s easy to complete in your own time at your own pace.

What will you receive?

• Four years of accreditation, nationally recognised by Golf Australia and the PGA of Australia, with endorsement from the Australian Sports Commission.

• Insurance coverage under Golf Australia’s national policy.

• An accreditation card, certificate and community instructor cap.

How much does it cost?

• The initial accreditation is $99 and includes a foundation module and one program-specific module.

• Each additional module is $49.

Simply complete the foundation module, then identify the national program you would like to deliver and work through the relevant online interactive training and assessment module at your own pace in your own environment.

Click here for more information on the Community Instructor Program.