The USGTF is one of 42 member nations that make up the World Golf Teachers Federation® (WGTF). Established in 1993, its unique evolution plays a significant role in the history of golf instruction. It is the world’s first and only international federation of certified golf teaching professionals, with over 25,000 members. Each member nation adheres to a set of Federation bylaws set forth to enact a world standard of uniformity and professionalism in the training of teaching professionals.