Membership

NGF Membership

Why the Golf Industry's Leaders Choose NGF Membership

Membership puts 90 years of golf industry research behind every decision you make. Here’s what that means for your organization.

Trusted by Industry Leaders

The companies shaping the business of golf rely on NGF research to support their strategic planning and decision-making. Among the businesses named to NGF’s Top 100 Businesses in Golf, more than 80% are NGF members, from leading manufacturers and operators to retailers and associations.

Full Industry Panorama

NGF is the only trade association involved in every sector of the golf industry, from equipment manufacturers and course operators to retailers, architects, and media. Members get a true 360-degree view of the entire ecosystem.

Exclusive Growth Data

Golf is in a historic growth cycle, with participation and rounds at multi-decade highs. NGF members get member-only data and analysis tracking every dimension of that growth.

90 Years of Continuous Data

NGF has been the golf industry’s research backbone since 1936. That’s 90 years of continuous data, so members don’t just get a snapshot: they get context, long-term trend lines, and institutional knowledge built over nine decades.

Member Funded Research

Memberships directly support NGF’s research program, including the participation studies, rounds-played analysis, and industry reports published on behalf of the entire industry. Join the community that keeps golf informed.

From facility performance benchmarks to consumer insights and forecasts, explore the membership tiers below to find the level of access that fits your organization.

Frequently Asked Questions

As a member of the NGF, you gain access to exclusive research reports, market studies, and data analysis, keeping you up to date on the latest key market trends, consumer behaviors, and demographic shifts shaping the golf industry. This information is utilized by golf industry leaders to assist with strategic decisions that drive business growth.

Additionally, your membership fee contributes to the growth and sustainability of the golf industry. The NGF works tirelessly to promote the sport, support golf-related initiatives, and assist with growing the game through NGF’s charitable education initiative, “Welcome2Golf,” which will shape the future of golf for generations to come.

While we don’t offer a free trial membership, we do provide the opportunity for those interested to have a “sneak peek” at some of the membership perks. You can explore these benefits by clicking here.

Have questions or looking for more information about membership? Contact Moe, our Membership Concierge, by emailing her at MBaldwin@ngf.org, or give us a call at 1-888-275-4643. We’re here to answer your questions and assist you every step of the way to becoming a valued NGF member.

Absolutely! We understand that your needs may evolve over time, and we want to ensure that you enjoy the best membership plan that’s right for you. Upgrading your membership plan is simple. Just contact Moe, our Membership Concierge, by emailing her at MBaldwin@ngf.org, or give her a call at 1-888-275-4643. Moe will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have and guide you through the upgrade process.

Yes, we do! We believe in empowering future leaders with the necessary information for them to succeed, which is why we offer discounted student memberships. Our student memberships are discounted, and the membership length is good for three months. To qualify for the student discount, a valid student ID is required, and certain restrictions may apply.

For more information on student membership pricing and to inquire about eligibility, please contact Moe, our Membership Concierge, by emailing her at MBaldwin@ngf.org, or give us a call at 1-888-275-4643. Moe will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have and provide you with all the details you need to take advantage of our student discount offer.

Access to any available historical data not found on our website is reserved for VIP members or higher. Please be aware that the NGF may or may not have specific historical data available, and additional fees would apply based on its availability.

For more information on accessing historical data and to inquire about availability, please contact Moe, our Membership Concierge, by emailing her at MBaldwin@ngf.org, or give us a call at 1-888-275-4643. Moe will be happy to assist you and provide you with all the details you need to access the historical data you require.

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