
When
Bookings
Where
77 Liberty Corner Road, Liberty Corner, NJ, 07938
Event Type
24101 PGA/USGA Rules Workshop – Liberty Corner, NJ
Event Details
Location
77 Liberty Corner Road
Liberty Corner, NJ 07938
Registration Deadline
December 21, 2023
Start Time
End Time
Instructors
Ryan Farb
USGA Instructor
Tom Carpus
PGA Instructor
Erin Groeneveld
USGA Coordinator

Sessions
Day 1:
Registration begins at 7:15 a.m.
Session: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Reception: 5-6:30 p.m.
Day 2:
Session: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Day 3:
Session: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Day 4:
Optional Exam: 7:45 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
PGA/USGA Workshop Description
- Three-day workshop
- Access to either the 100-Question or 80-Question Exam on the morning of the fourth day (or online on a date you select from the exam schedule, available here.)
- Access to the Virtual Rules School video recordings
Attendance
- Be sure to sign in on the official class roster at the start of all morning and afternoon sessions each of the first three days.
- PGA of America members must enter their PGA eight-digit member number next to their name on the attendance roster and attend the workshop in its entirety to be credited with 24 Professional Development Requirement hours. No partial credit is given by the PGA of America.
Dress Code
Business casual recommended.
Nearby Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott Basking Ridge 595 Martinsville Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 (908) 542-0300 or (888) 887-7913 (2.8 miles from Golf House) |
225 Route 202, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 (908) 221-1100 or (800) 585-4461 (7.1 miles from Golf House) |
80 Allen Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 (908) 580-1300 (3.1 miles from Golf House) |
Hampton Inn and Suites Bridgewater 1277 Route 22 West, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (908) 722-9910 (9.4 miles from Golf House) |
Breakfast and Refreshments
A complimentary continental breakfast, including at least one hot item, will be provided each morning starting by 7:10 a.m. During scheduled breaks, complimentary coffee, tea, water and soft drinks will be provided.
Expenses
You are responsible for the cost of your transportation, lodging, and incidental expenses. Additionally, you are responsible for all your food and beverage expenses, except as otherwise detailed above.
About Your Instructors

Ryan Farb, USGA
Ryan joined the USGA in April of 2021 and is currently the Senior Manager, Rules – Technology, Content & Education where his focus is on Rules education, primarily Rules Workshops. Prior to joining the USGA, Ryan worked in various roles for the Northern California Golf Association for nearly 14 years, most recently as the Director of Rules & Competitions. Ryan has competed in one USGA championship and graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s Degree in Latin and Classical Culture.

Tom Carpus, PGA
Tom Carpus is a PGA Master Professional and has been a member of PGA of America Rules Committee since 1995. He served as a Vice Chairman from 2011-2016, and as Chairman in 2017-2018. Tom was on the Board of Directors in the Philadelphia Section from 2003-2007, including a two year term as President in 2004-2005. He was inducted into the Philadelphia Section PGA Hall of Fame in 2018, and the Drexel University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2007. In addition, Tom was the PGA National Horton Smith Award winner in 2007 and was the Philadelphia Section Golf Professional of the Year in 2002.

Erin Groeneveld, USGA
Erin is the Regional Affairs Director for the USGA in the Northeast. She recently served as the Director of Women’s Golf for two years with the Florida State Golf Association. Before joining the FSGA Erin worked with the Arizona Golf Association for 15 years serving in several roles including tournament administration, Rules education and training, Handicapping and Course Rating. Erin grew up in Arizona and is a graduate of Northern Arizona University.
Workshop Cost
$500.00