Membership

How Do I Join the MGA?

Through a Club

Select a golf club in your area that offers a USGA Handicap Index through the GHIN service.

The USGA Handicap System requires golfers to obtain a USGA Handicap Index through a licensed golf club where they have a reasonable and regular opportunity to play golf.

Here are 3 ways you can become a member of the MGA and establish a USGA Handicap Index:


Option 1: Contact a Club
Search for and contact a club or league

Option 2: Join Online Now
Join the MGA NOW through a participating club
Click Here to View Participating Clubs and to Join Online Now!

Option 3: Form a Club
Form your own club with 10 or more golfers

For Golfers


New Membership

Join the MGA through an MGA member club and receive the following MGA Associate Membership benefits (including a USGA Handicap Index!)

MGA Associate Membership Benefits


  • USGA Handicap Index through the GHIN service at a MN club
  • Subscription to the Minnesota Golfer magazine
  • Handicap revision updates emailed straight to the golfer
  • Online Posting for golfers to track their Handicap and Stats
  • Up-to-date course rating information in national database ensures handicap accuracy
  • Eligibility to play in MGA tournaments, championships, tours, and events



















Renew Your MGA Membership

To renew your MGA Membership, obtain your past GHIN # by contacting your former golf club or by contacting the MGA Handicap Department. Activate your GHIN # through your current golf club. To find a new golf club, refer to the Option 1 or Option 2 above.







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