485 PGA Professionals (coaches and teachers) have attended events since 2016, throughout this conference series
Recognition as the BEST OF THE BEST Teachers and Coaches
100% of attendees would recommend the PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year Conference to others who are eligible to attend
The PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year Conference platform began in 2016 in cooperation with the PGA of America. Each year, the PGA of America awards one national winner and up to 41 Section winners as Teacher and Coach of the Year. To recognize their achievements, PGA Magazine hosts an annual conference bringing the award winners together for an opportunity to network with other winners in this category. This program has received our highest rankings from our attendees across all of our event platforms. The National PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year Conference invitation is open to National and Section award winners only, averaging 36 award winners annually. In addition to the National Conference, there will be two, one-day Regional Meetings, and two Virtual Meetings conducted annually. Up to 56 teachers and coaches will attend. Attendance is made up of award winners and additional, highly vetted instructors. This is an opportunity to learn from and exchange information with the best of the best teachers and coaches in the PGA of America.
PGA of America Professional Testimonials
“The PGA Magazine PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year Conference is an invaluable experience to learn and share ideas with your peers. If you are fortunate to get an invite, do not miss this tremendous learning opportunity. The attention to detail, the facilities at Pinehurst, and the format of the conference were exceptional.”
-Bernie Najar, PGA
Director of Instruction, Multiple-time Section PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year, Caves Valley Golf Club (Middle Atlantic Section)
“The PGA Magazine PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year Conference is the highlight of my year. The facilitators do a remarkable job of leading discussion without interjecting. There is no better conference to attend to learn and network.”
-Kevin Weeks, PGA
Director of Instruction, 2023 National PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year, Cog Hill Golf & Country Club (Illinois Section)
