TaylorMade Golf Canada extends Education Seminar partnership; Full lineup announced
December 17, 2025
Richmond, BC (PGA of BC) - The PGA of BC is pleased to announce that TaylorMade Golf Canada has renewed as the official presenting sponsor of the PGA of BC Education Seminar. This extension will mark TaylorMade’s third consecutive year supporting the Association’s flagship professional development event.
The 2026 PGA of BC Education Seminar will take place February 9 and 10 at Tsawwassen Springs Golf, bringing PGA Professionals together for two days of practical, forward-thinking education and industry insight designed to support career growth across all areas of the business.
PGA of BC members can register for $189 plus GST, while non-members sponsored by an attending Class "A" Professional can register for $289 plus GST. The deadline to register for the Education Seminar is February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm PT.
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“TaylorMade is proud to support PGA Professionals throughout their careers, and partnering with the PGA of BC Education Seminar is an ideal way to provide those opportunities,” said Matt Cizmar, General Manager at TaylorMade Golf Canada.
“At TaylorMade, our commitment to building the best team goes beyond our internal organization. Golf Professionals are true brand ambassadors, delivering exceptional experiences at every touchpoint. By investing in their development, we enhance the game for golfers everywhere,” added Cizmar.
The PGA of BC is grateful to TaylorMade Golf Canada for their continued commitment, and extends special thanks to Nick Obritsch, Senior Marketing Manager, and Lance Antonenko, Territory Sales Representative, for their ongoing support of the Education Seminar.
Schedule & Lineup:
Monday, February 9:
9:00am:
PGA of BC Annual General Meeting
10:00am:
Speaker To Be Confirmed
11:15am:
Lesley Hawkins
Partner, Marsley Canada; Keynote Speaker; Leadership Coach
The Leader's Playbook: Navigating Change with Confidence
12:45pm:
Lunch
1:45pm:
Coach Miss Valorie Kondos Field
Head Coach, UCLA Gymnastics, 1991-2019; 7-time NCAA National Champion
How Not to Shrink, and be Your Own GOAT
3:15pm:
PGA of BC Life Member Panel
4:15pm:
Social Hour
Tuesday, February 10
9:00am:
British Columbia Golf Update with CEO Matt Steinbach
9:45am:
Jon Tattersall
PGA Golf Professional; GOLF Magazine Top 100 Golf Instructor
The Importance of Skill Building in Golf Instruction
11:00am:
Jon Tattersall
PGA Golf Professional; GOLF Magazine Top 100 Golf Instructor
Live Lesson Demonstrations
12:15pm:
Lunch
1:15pm:
Tyler Smith
2018 Humboldt Broncos crash survivor; Amazing Race Canada winner
How Resilience and Change Can Help Deal With PTSD and Trauma
2:45pm:
Matt Simone
Director of Product Creation - Custom, TaylorMade Golf Company
How AI is Advancing the Club Fitting Process
3:45pm:
Closing & Thank You's
4:15pm:
New Member Orientation
Please note that the Annual General Meeting will take place on the first day of the seminar before the start of the first presentation. All PGA of BC members are encouraged to attend. Non-member attendees are not permitted to attend the AGM.
The PGA of BC and Tsawwassen Springs Golf are pleased to offer complimentary gourmet breakfast, lunch and refreshment options.
For more information on the 2026 Education Seminar, please reach out to the PGA of BC Office Team at info@pgabc.org.