Members

Objectives & Benefits of Club Management Association of New Zealand Membership

Membership with the Club Management Association of New Zealand (CMA NZ) is open to golf club managers, staff, board members, District Associations affiliated with NZ Golf, and golf course-owning companies (including resort-style courses). Membership categories are outlined in our Constitution and include:

1. Ordinary Member
Eligible if you are a manager or paid employee of:

• A Golf Club incorporated under the Societies Act 1908
• A Golf Course-owning company incorporated under the Companies Act 1993
• A District Association affiliated with New Zealand Golf Inc.

2025/2026 Subscription Rates:

• Clubs with 1000+ members: $825.00 + GST
• Clubs with 500–999 members: $550.00 + GST
• Clubs with up to 499 members: $275.00 + GST
• Additional member: $190.00 + GST

2. Associate Member
Open to individuals who are:

• Current Club Board or Committee members
• Former Ordinary Members no longer employed in a qualifying role
• Students undertaking BMI courses

Subscription: $275.00 + GST

3. Company Member
Suppliers to the golf industry.

Subscription: $500.00 + GST

4. Life Member
Awarded by the General Meeting of Members, on recommendation of the National Executive, to individuals who have given outstanding service to the Association over a long period.

How to Apply
Applicants for Ordinary and Associate membership can apply online via the Application button. If you meet the criteria, membership is automatic—no formal nomination process is required. Annual subscriptions are invoiced by the National Secretariat.

We encourage prospective members to attend a regional meeting of one of our four branches before joining. This is a great way to experience the benefits of membership and understand the values of the Association. To arrange attendance, please contact the appropriate regional secretary or president listed under Partners Regional Contacts on this site.