26106 PGA/USGA Rules Workshop – Denver, CO
Event Details
Location
360 Union Blvd
Lakewood, CO 80228
Registration Deadline
January 21, 2026
Start Time
End Time
Instructors
Jamie Wallace
USGA Instructor
Jesse Barge
PGA Instructor
Dave McAtee
PGA 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 at registration or 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.
Hotel Information
- Sheraton Denver West
- $125/night (includes parking) – a limited block of rooms is being held for workshop attendees at this rate. If you intend to stay at this hotel during the workshop, it is strongly recommended you make your reservation a soon as possible. If all rooms in the block become reserved, additional rooms may not be available at this or a higher rate. On January 16, 2026, any unreserved rooms will be released back into hotel inventory.
- After you’ve registered for this event, come back here to book online:
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
Jamie Wallace, USGA
Jamie joined the USGA Rules team in 2015 and is currently Director, Rules – Technology, Content & Education. In his role, he oversees the Rules department’s education program as well as all department technology needs. Prior to joining the USGA, Jamie worked for an online education company based in New York City. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 2008 and was a four-year member and captain of the Men’s Golf team.
Jesse Barge, PGA
Jesse has been a Member of the PGA of America for 47 years and is a Life Member. From Murphysboro, Illinois he has served on the PGA of America Rules of Golf Committee since 1997 and has coordinated or instructed PGA/USGA Rules of Golf Workshops since 2000. Jesse has served as a Rules official for numerous championships including the PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, Senior PGA Championship, The Masters Tournament, US Senior Open and NCAA Men’s DI Championship.
Dave McAtee, PGA
Dave is the Head Professional at Helfrich Hills Golf Course. He is a PGA Master Professional and Vice-Chairman of the PGA of America National Rules Committee. Dave has worked many events including PGA Championship, masters, Player Championship, Ryder Cup, and the 2016 Olympics. He has been an instructor at the PGA/USGA Rules of Golf Workshops since 2011.
Workshop Cost
$500.00