Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I join EWGA?
As a member of this national organization, you will be supporting our efforts in women's golf, while enjoying a myriad of member benefits. Check out the member benefits page on the EWGA Headquarters site for the latest benefits offered to EWGA members.

How much are the Chapter dues ?
EWGA has a new tiered dues structure for 2008. There are 2 levels:

Classic: $125 Executive: $375

EWGA membership at your nearest local EWGA Chapter; subscriptions to Golf For Women magazine and Golf Digest magazine ($33 value); access to EWGA’s Golf Life Management System for an official USGA handicap index (a $20 value); access to the Members Only portion of the EWGA website at www.ewga.com; 15% discount off green fees at all applicable daily fee TPC courses; a discount lesson from GolfTEC; a personalized EWGA bag tag, member card and key fob; special EWGA member discount offers from over thirty leading manufacturers and service providers; and more.

Classic: Offers a value-conscious membership package to try golf or to get to know the EWGA better with opportunities for golf education, organized play and access to a network of women to play golf with. Includes all of the benefits listed above, plus: Silver Status in the Troon Golf Rewards Program where individuals earn free rounds of golf, discounts and points that may be redeemed for Callaway golf equipment or Tumi travel accessories.

Executive: Offers all of the benefits of the Classic membership plus: complimentary general admission to LPGA Tour events with your EWGA membership card; special “EWGA On Course” invitation-only golf events at five-star golf resorts; a distinctive Bobby Jones EWGA golf shirt; Gold Status in the Troon Golf Rewards Program; One Sleeve of Callaway HX Pearl golf balls; access to a private online community and networking with other Executive Level members; plus additional special EWGA branded merchandise.

Please check out the national website for more detailed information and also to download an application: www.ewga.com

What do the dues cover ?
Part of the Association dues goes towards administering an organization with 18,000 members! The Association team is always working to find sponsorship and package deals for all members. The local dues (Cleveland receives $25.00 per membership from National) are used mainly for operating expenses such as printing, mailing costs, website maintenance and weekly prizes.

The Cleveland Chapter has seven courses and at each of those courses, there occasionally may be prizes given for a friendly "play of the day" contests. The Cleveland Chapter also looks for opportunities to donate to local charities. At the end of the season, if there is money to spare, it is used to keep the cost of the year end event down.

Do I have to be a good golfer to join EWGA ?
No, you do not have to be a good golfer to join EWGA. In fact, many of our members are new or beginning golfers who have improved since joining. It's the best place to learn the game.

How do I join EWGA ?
Go the EWGA National website, www.ewga.com, where you will find an online application. Once that is processed you will be contacted by the Cleveland Chapter Membership Committee with a welcome package. We would like you to select a “home course” (check out the course page) where you would like to play. This does not limit you from playing other EWGA courses on other days - just hope for good weather! Please email our Membership Chair, Elsa Arriola, if you have more questions..

Will better golfers be upset when I start playing?
A good portion of our membership have started as new golfers and understand what it is like to be a new golfer. Our Chapter tries to provide an environment where women can learn to play golf without pressure. Check out our Education page , there you will find new golfer clinics for our members who feel they are not ready for the course. You will find that we have league play at several different local courses to help accommodate golfers of all skill levels.