The Indoor Golf Alliance, the professional association dedicated to the indoor golf industry, is celebrating its first anniversary. In its first year, the IGA launched more than 20 programs and resources serving manufacturers, suppliers, facility operators, leagues, instructors and entrepreneurs, including 52 industry newsletters, an operator certification program, a national facility locator and international chapters.
The IGA was founded to unite the worlds of indoor golf and technology and to serve as the industry’s leading hub for connection, education, promotion and innovation. Through industry insights, professional development, networking, conferences and advocacy, the association helps its members grow, collaborate and shape the future of indoor golf worldwide.
“Indoor golf has grown into a true industry of its own, and it deserves an organization built around its needs,” said Phil Immordino, president of the Indoor Golf Alliance. “In our first year, we focused on giving operators and suppliers the tools, education and connections to succeed. We’re proud of what our members have helped us build, and we’re just getting started.”
First-Year Highlights
Industry news and research
- IGA News: 52 newsletters covering the industry’s top stories
- White Papers: in-depth research on industry growth, emerging opportunities and demographic trends
- Interview with an Operator: insights from facility operators on what works and what does not
- Product Reviews: evaluations of products and services by industry professionals, available on YouTube
Education and professional development
- IGA University: a series of educational sessions designed to support indoor golf operators
- Certification for Indoor Operators: a training and testing program that equips operators with knowledge, confidence and credibility
- Webinars and Virtual Conference: online sessions led by industry experts
- Help Manuals: free step-by-step guides on marketing, membership development, tournament hosting and more
- Indoor Golf Standards: best practices to keep the industry safe
Member resources and connections
- Facility Finder: a locator map of indoor golf facilities across the country
- Resource Directory: a guide to the products and services needed to operate an indoor golf facility
- Vendor Special Offers and Operator Member Programs: exclusive offers and added value for IGA members
- Ask a Pro: expert answers to any question, at any time
- Connections and Job Postings: linking suppliers with operators and helping members recruit qualified candidates
- Indoor Golf Community: a Reddit forum where industry participants share questions and ideas
Events and global reach
- Regional Conferences: bringing operators and suppliers together to network and learn
- PGA Show Representation: expanding the visibility of indoor golf and building connections with golf courses
- International Chapters: serving the indoor golf industry worldwide
Looking Ahead to 2027
The IGA plans to build on this foundation in 2027 with new programs and expanded services for its members. The association invites operators, suppliers and industry partners to share their ideas on how it can better serve the indoor golf community.