Leading golf clubs are preparing for 2026 by automating registrations

Why Automating Registrations Sets Your Club Up for Success in 2026

Golf Club Operations
October 17, 2025•2 min read

As the golf season wraps up, many clubs are preparing for 2026 — mapping out membership renewals, events, and programs.
It’s the perfect moment to look at how your registration and payment processes impact staff efficiency and member experience.


1. The Hidden Cost of Manual Processes

Every registration that requires phone calls, emails, or spreadsheets adds up to hours of staff time and unnecessary complexity.
Manual workflows mean inconsistent customer data, payment tracking headaches, and slower response times for members.
Automation solves this by capturing accurate information at the source and syncing it directly into your POS or accounting system.


2. How Automation Helps Golf Clubs Operate Smarter

With Golf EMS, clubs can:

✅ Create professional registration pages in minutes.
✅ Accept secure payments online or by House Account.
✅ Automatically collect contact details for future marketing.
✅ Generate detailed reports for accounting and forecasting.
✅ Integrateyour clubs gateway, and works with Golf Genius & Gallus Golf.


By automating routine work, clubs gain back time, eliminate errors, and deliver a faster, more professional experience for members.


3. What Clubs Are Saying

“Golf EMS has completely transformed how we manage our member sign-ups and events. We used to spend hours every week on data entry — now it’s automatic.”
— Steve Marini, Jaworski Golf

“It’s night and day. Payments are clean, reporting is easy, and our staff actually has time to focus on members again.”
— Steve, Indian Peaks Golf Club

“Our members love how simple it is to register and pay online. It feels modern, professional, and effortless.”
— Summerland Golf Club

“We cut our registration time by more than 80%. Once you experience it, there’s no going back.”
— Saddleback Golf Club, Colorado


4. Start the 2026 Season Ready — Not Rushed

Automation isn’t just about saving time; it’s about creating operational confidence.
When everything works seamlessly — registrations, payments, and reporting — your staff can focus on what matters most: your members.

LEARN MORE – Book your demo overview today with one of our Registration & Payment Specialists
https://golfems.com/book-a-demo

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Founder at Golf EMS "From Picking Range Balls at 13 to Innovating Golf Technology: My Journey in the Golf Industry” My journey in the golf industry began when I was just 13 years old, working at Carrying Place Golf Club in Ontario. Armed with a hand-held golf ball picker and a large garbage bin, I spent my days collecting range balls while golfers aimed more for me than their targets. Those early experiences taught me resilience, hard work, and the unique culture of the golf industry—values that have shaped my career ever since. As I grew older, my love for the game deepened, and I sought ways to make a greater impact. I transitioned into a marketing and design consultant role at Cardinal Golf Club, one of Canada’s largest golf facilities. There, I gained valuable insights into the business side of the industry, learning what golf clubs need to succeed and how to solve their operational challenges. In 1999, I founded Teeblockers, introducing a groundbreaking tee block sign design that redefined how golf courses approached sponsorship and branding. But my commitment to innovation didn’t stop there. Recognizing the challenges faced by charity tournaments, I launched the Free Grab Bag program, supporting over 2,000 tournaments and fundraisers with creative solutions that enhanced player experiences while driving donations for important causes. As the industry moved online, I saw a critical gap in how golf facilities managed registrations and payments for events and programs. This inspired me to create Golf EMS, a cutting-edge Event and Program Registration Payment Platform. Built specifically for golf clubs, Golf EMS simplifies the sign-up process, making it easier for managers to run successful events and programs while boosting participation and revenue. Today, Golf EMS serves hundreds of golf facilities, from top management companies to iconic clubs across North America. Looking back, it’s hard to believe this journey began with a 13-year-old boy picking up golf balls. But that experience sparked a lifelong passion for supporting the golf industry—and I’m proud to help clubs thrive through innovative tools and strategies. Whether it’s helping facilities streamline their operations or supporting tournaments that give back to their communities, my mission has always been the same: to make the golf industry more efficient, more connected, and more successful—one idea at a time.

James Morrow

Founder at Golf EMS "From Picking Range Balls at 13 to Innovating Golf Technology: My Journey in the Golf Industry” My journey in the golf industry began when I was just 13 years old, working at Carrying Place Golf Club in Ontario. Armed with a hand-held golf ball picker and a large garbage bin, I spent my days collecting range balls while golfers aimed more for me than their targets. Those early experiences taught me resilience, hard work, and the unique culture of the golf industry—values that have shaped my career ever since. As I grew older, my love for the game deepened, and I sought ways to make a greater impact. I transitioned into a marketing and design consultant role at Cardinal Golf Club, one of Canada’s largest golf facilities. There, I gained valuable insights into the business side of the industry, learning what golf clubs need to succeed and how to solve their operational challenges. In 1999, I founded Teeblockers, introducing a groundbreaking tee block sign design that redefined how golf courses approached sponsorship and branding. But my commitment to innovation didn’t stop there. Recognizing the challenges faced by charity tournaments, I launched the Free Grab Bag program, supporting over 2,000 tournaments and fundraisers with creative solutions that enhanced player experiences while driving donations for important causes. As the industry moved online, I saw a critical gap in how golf facilities managed registrations and payments for events and programs. This inspired me to create Golf EMS, a cutting-edge Event and Program Registration Payment Platform. Built specifically for golf clubs, Golf EMS simplifies the sign-up process, making it easier for managers to run successful events and programs while boosting participation and revenue. Today, Golf EMS serves hundreds of golf facilities, from top management companies to iconic clubs across North America. Looking back, it’s hard to believe this journey began with a 13-year-old boy picking up golf balls. But that experience sparked a lifelong passion for supporting the golf industry—and I’m proud to help clubs thrive through innovative tools and strategies. Whether it’s helping facilities streamline their operations or supporting tournaments that give back to their communities, my mission has always been the same: to make the golf industry more efficient, more connected, and more successful—one idea at a time.

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