| Article
1 |
The
Game of Golf: A PGTAA Member shall be synonymous
with the finest aspects of the game of golf. Integrity,
honor and respect are a prerequisite of each member
to be in evidence at all times to those who have
placed their trust in you and your professional
ability. |
| Article
2 |
In
the interest of the golfing public: It is the
duty and obligation of all members of the Association
to further their education in any new and available
techniques or modifications in golf instruction. |
| Article
3 |
In
the interest of the student and fellow instructor:
Professional integrity and a sense of responsibility
to the game shall be displayed and conveyed at
all times. |
| Article
4 |
Equipment
sponsorship or promotion: All equipment is to
be personally tested and to be of high quality
prior to any sponsorship or promotion by an Association
member. At no time shall the member or the Association's
integrity be jeopardized by a member supporting
commercial enterprises for monetary gain solely.
Neither the integrity, the game, nor the PGTAA
is to be jeopardized. |
| Article
5 |
Financial
obligations: A member must meet professional financial
obligations promptly and conduct all business
dealings in a manner befitting the standards of
the PGTAA. |
| Article
6 |
Sportsmanship
and good behavior: Members are required to adopt
and to present a picture of true sportsmanship
and good behavior at all times. Privileges are
often given to professionals in the golf domain.
Under no circumstances should these privileges
be taken as a right, nor should they be abused
as to cause embarrassment to any professional,
student, or those in charge of operating a golf
facility. |
| Article
7 |
Future
generations of golfers: Golf being a sport to
be enjoyed by many in their formative years, Members
have a responsibility to the youth of this country
to set an example for them to follow. |
