Associate Orientation

The Southern Texas PGA will begin conducting an Associate Orientation Program commencing in March 2026. The goal of this program will be to educate our Level 1 Associates on the STPGA, create networking opportunities, and, most importantly, motivate our Associates about the industry and PGA of America Membership.

Mandatory Participation

The Associate Orientation Program will be mandatory for any PGA of America Associate who:

• Is already in the Southern Texas PGA Section and has not progressed beyond Level 1 as of January 1, 2026
• Any PGA of America Associate who transfers into the Southern Texas PGA after January 1, 2026, and has not progressed beyond Level 1
• Any new PGA of America Associate who joins the Southern Texas PGA after January 1, 2026
• Any PGA of America Associate who was in the Suspended category and comes back as an Associate in good standing

What is the Associate Orientation?

The Orientation is a 45-60 minute free virtual webinar hosted by STPGA Senior Staff and PGA of America Employees. Below is the full list of dates for each Orientation in 2026 and you can register today!

To receive credit for participating, you must satisfy the following three elements. 

• Join the Google Meet within five (5) minutes of the scheduled start time
• Have their camera on for the entirety of the presentation
• Introduce yourself during the introduction portion of the Orientation
  

This orientation will follow an approved presentation by the STPGA Board of Directors and is a great way to get connected to the section and the industry. The full schedule of orientations are listed below. Register today!

STPGA Event Participation

PGA of America Associates who fall under one of the categories outlined under “Mandatory Participation” must complete the Associate Orientation Program prior to participating in any Southern Texas PGA Social or Tournament function after March 1, 2026. Meaning, in order to participate in the Pro-Pro Championship March 9-10, you must participate in the Orientation.

Exception: If a PGA of America Associate enters Level 1 or transfers into the Southern Texas PGA, they may participate in Southern Texas PGA Social or Tournament functions up until the next Orientation date. Following this date, if they have not completed the Orientation, they will be unable to participate in future offerings until they complete the Orientation.

Orientation Dates