Young Adult Membership (Ages 19–25)
Be Part of a Community of Over 110,000 Passionate Golfers!
Whether you’re aging out of Youth on Course or just starting your golf journey, the Young Adult Membership is designed to help young adult golfers continue building their game, their community and their connection to golf in Minnesota. A standard Minnesota Golf Association membership costs $50 annually, but golfers ages 19–25 can join for just $20 per year through this special offer. Members receive an official Handicap Index®, access to MGA events and competitions, a subscription to The Minnesota Golfer magazine and opportunities to meet and play with other golfers across Minnesota.
Join and your membership will remain active one year from the date you join.
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How to Join
Getting started is easy. Click the link below to create your MGA membership through the GHIN website. If you already have a GHIN # from Youth on Course you can enter it to retain your scoring history. Then, enter promo code JOIN26 to receive the special Young Adult Membership rate of just $20.
Once you’ve signed up, you’ll have access to your official Handicap Index® through the GHIN app, MGA member benefits and opportunities to stay connected to the game in Minnesota.
MGA Member Benefits
Get Your Handicap Index®
The MGA is the only officially licensed provider of the World Handicap System in the state.
Access to the GHIN Mobile App
In addition to score posting and maintaining a Handicap Index®, the GHIN App offers stat tracking, GPS and course maps for thousands of courses.
Member Events for Everyone
Whether you're new to the game or competing at a championship level, the MGA offers playing opportunities for every golfer.
Play in MGA Tournaments
MGA members have access to state championships designed for golfers who strive to test their game against the best.
Minnesota Golfer Magazine
Stay connected to the game you love with exclusive features you won’t find anywhere else, The Minnesota Golfer magazine brings the best of Minnesota golf straight to you.
Create Your Own Club
Golf is better when shared. Whether you're a group of friends, co-workers, league players, or tournament organizers, the MGA makes it easy to create your own club.
Your Membership Gives Back
We are focused on providing access to golf for all. Join us in creating opportunities for more people to golf in Minnesota.
Youth on Course
Youth on Course offers golfers ages 6-18 the opportunity to play golf for $5 or less at more than 140 courses statewide.
Adaptive Golf
Through our adaptive golf initiatives, we work to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to the game — whether for recreation, competition, or community connection.
Caddie Program
Through mentorship, summer employment, and on-course experience, the Caddie Development Program helps young people grow as leaders and connect with the game in meaningful ways.
Scholarships
The MGA Foundation provides scholarships that empower students to achieve their goals — on and off the course.



