Benefits for You

Available to you as a member:

Education and Training Courses – BIGGA provides a wide range of education and training via its regions and sections and at Continue to Learn at Harrogate Week.
Training Resources – a range of training resources are available through BIGGA including, videos, books, posters, on course field guides.
BIGGA Training and Development Manual – an invaluable tool for all Course Managers/Head Greenkeepers (sponsored by John Deere).
Safety Management System (SMS) – The BIGGA and the GCMA recommended health and safety management system (sponsored by Ransomes Jacobsen) is a must for all golf clubs when implementing a safety management system.
Greenkeeper International – the highly respected monthly magazine, reporting the latest news and developments in the industry.
Harrogate Week – BTME, Clubhouse and Continue to Learn combine together to offer the member an outstanding exhibition and education programme of what’s new in an exciting, ever changing, growing industry.
Dedicated careers information – excellent printed resources available.
Networking via Section events – activities in your local area offering excellent networking opportunities enabling you to exchange ideas, information and resources.
Membership Handbook – a copy of this indispensable tool, enabling members to track down a fellow member or identify companies who deal within a specific area within the industry.
BIGGA Merchandise – Through Corporate Workwear Direct BIGGA are able to offer members the opportunity to purchase a comprehensive range of workwear garments and personal protective equipment at competitive prices.

For Full members

Greenkeepers Legal Assistance – Access 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for you and your family (living at the same address). Advice on employment matters, health and safety issues, consumer rights and any other legal matter. Medical costs and expenses should personal injury be sustained in an accident and Legal expenses up to £50,000 per annum.
Personal Accident Insurance – Cover for time off work due to an accident at home, work or even on holiday as well as one off payments dependent on the type of injury.
The Greenkeepers Support Service – a confidential, professional telephone counselling service which can help you proactively manage stress at work, by providing immediate emotional support, advice and practical information 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Telephone Debt Counselling Helpline – expert confidential help is at hand through the Arc Legal 24/7 Debt Counselling Helpline. Trained independent counsellors are ready to assist BIGGA Members with counselling, support, advice and help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.