NZ Indoor Golf Alliance
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New Zealand's first structured national indoor golf ecosystem. Connecting simulator businesses, golf clubs, and players through technology, competition, and the love of the game.
About the NZIGA
Transforming how New Zealand plays golf — indoors and out.
The NZ Indoor Golf Alliance (NZIGA), powered by WedgewoodAI, is creating New Zealand's first structured national indoor golf ecosystem. We connect simulator businesses, established golf clubs, and players through a unified technology platform, national competition structure, and official handicap integration.
Indoor golf and simulator golf is rapidly becoming one of the fastest-growing segments in sport globally. Simulator facilities are no longer just practice aids — they are becoming legitimate sporting venues attracting golfers of all levels year-round.
Our vision: a New Zealand where indoor and outdoor golf are seamlessly connected — where a player can pick up a club at a local simulator, submit a score, track their handicap, and tee off at their affiliated outdoor club using the same digital profile.
Year-Round Play
Target Conversion
National Events
Growing Fast
The Technology Platform
Three powerful products work together to connect your club to the national league and deliver the complete indoor golf experience.
National GCMS
The national body platform managing all clubs, national events, and the NZIGA charter. Club registry, event management, live national scoreboards, and product/registration management.
- National club registry
- Event management
- Live scoreboards
- Charter governance
Club GCMS
Your dedicated club portal to manage members, events, products, and live scoreboards. Each indoor golf club gets their own customised management system.
- Member management
- Club events
- Products & registration
- Live scoreboards
CaddieChat App
The essential companion for every NZIGA member. Required for all NZIGA users to participate in golf events. Score-keeping, GPS rangefinder, AI caddie advisor, and event participation.
- Score-keeping (indoor & outdoor)
- GPS rangefinder
- AI caddie advisor
- Event participation
Become an Official NZ Indoor Golf Club
Transform your simulator business into a recognised, official NZ Indoor Golf Club — unlocking national events, official handicaps, and a whole new member base.
National Recognition
- Official NZ Indoor Golf Club status
- Listed on the NZIGA national directory
- Affiliation with NZ Golf handicap system
- Exposure to the broader NZ golfing population
Technology Platform
- WedgewoodAI Golf Club Management System
- Member management portal
- Create and manage club events
- Live event scoreboards
National Events & Competitions
- Participate in national NZIGA tournaments
- Multi-club events playing the same course simultaneously
- Live national leaderboards via CaddieChat
Member Value & Revenue
- Sell club memberships alongside simulator packages
- CaddieChat Premium at $30/yr for IGA Club Members
- Drive repeat visits through club events
Simple, Transparent Pricing
| What You Get | Cost (excl. GST) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Annual NZIGA Registration & GCMS Technology Suite | $200 | Per Year |
| Club-level GCMS Customisation (if required) | $75/hr | As needed |
| NZ Golf fees for official handicap processing | TBC via NZ Golf | Per Year |
| CaddieChat Premium for IGA Club Members | $30/member | Per Year |
For just $200 + GST per year, your simulator business becomes an official NZ Indoor Golf Club — with access to a national technology platform, events infrastructure, and handicap recognition.
How the Model Works
WedgewoodAI (National)
Runs the GCMS, provides the NZIGA charter, facilitates national events
Your Indoor Golf Club
Manages members, runs local events, connects to the national league
Simulator Business
Continues to operate as your sim facility — club membership is additive
Affiliated NZ Golf Clubs
Members encouraged to play outdoor rounds to maintain official handicap
Affiliate with the NZIGA
A new channel to grow your golf club. Indoor and simulator golf is one of the fastest-growing sectors in sport worldwide. Create a two-way bridge between indoor and outdoor golf.
Indoor → Outdoor
- Indoor members encouraged to join affiliated outdoor clubs
- Members must play outdoor rounds to maintain official handicap
- Affiliated club courses featured in NZIGA national events
Outdoor → Indoor
- Your club members access affiliated simulator facilities
- Year-round golf even in bad weather
- Discounts on simulator bookings for affiliated members
Grow Your Membership
- Access a new pool of engaged golfers from NZIGA clubs
- Convert indoor golfers into outdoor members
- Appeal to a younger, tech-savvy golfing audience
More Events & Activity
- Your course featured in national NZIGA events
- More rounds played at your facility by indoor members
- Simulator play increases demand for real-course tee times
Raise Your Profile
- National and global recognition via NZIGA
- Your course promoted through CaddieChat to active players
- Positioned as a modern, innovative golf club
Technology Integration
- Your outdoor course playable on NZIGA simulators
- CaddieChat GPS used on your course by members
- Digital presence across the WWAI platform
How the Handicap Integration Works
Indoor members receive an official NZ Golf ID when they join an NZIGA club
Indoor scores contribute to their handicap through NZIGA-registered events
Members must also play outdoor rounds at affiliated NZ golf clubs to maintain their official handicap — driving traffic to your course
Scores from your affiliated outdoor course count alongside indoor scores in the national system
Affiliating your club with the NZIGA costs nothing — we simply ask for your support and willingness to engage with the indoor golf community.
Growing Golf in New Zealand
Bringing thousands of new, active golfers into the official NZ Golf ecosystem — increasing participation, handicap registrations, and the profile of golf in New Zealand.
Year-Round Play
Simulators enable golf 365 days a year, rain or shine — critical for NZ's weather-affected regions.
New Demographics
Indoor venues attract younger players, families, and social groups who find traditional club golf a barrier.
Growing Fast
Simulator venues are opening across NZ — with no formal structure, handicap access, or national body to connect them.
The Four-Part Structure
NZIGA National Body
WedgewoodAI operates the GCMS platform and provides the NZIGA charter, rules, and national event infrastructure
Official Indoor Golf Clubs
Simulator businesses become official NZ Indoor Golf Clubs — registered with NZ Golf, issuing NZ Golf IDs
NZ Golf Affiliation
Indoor clubs affiliated with established outdoor NZ Golf clubs — sharing members and driving two-way participation
Handicap Integration
Indoor scores contribute to official NZ handicaps; members required to play outdoor rounds to maintain them
Participation Growth
- Thousands of simulator players brought into the official NZ Golf system
- New registrations from players who've never joined a formal golf club
- Indoor-to-outdoor conversion pathway for new golfers
Handicap Registrations
- All NZIGA members must have a minimum free CaddieChat account
- Club members receive official NZ Golf IDs
- Outdoor rounds required to maintain handicap — increasing outdoor play
Profile & Visibility
- Golf positioned as a modern, accessible, technology-forward sport
- National NZIGA events raise the profile of competitive golf
- Attracts media attention and corporate sponsorship opportunities
Younger Golfers
- CaddieChat app and digital-first experience appeals to under-40s
- Social, casual formats that mirror how younger generations engage with sport
- A pipeline from indoor play to full golf club membership
What We Are Asking From NZ Golf
WedgewoodAI is not asking for funding. We are asking for endorsement, guidance, and collaboration.
- Endorsement of the NZIGA as the official NZ Indoor Golf body
- A pathway for NZIGA clubs to register with NZ Golf and issue official NZ Golf IDs
- Guidance on how indoor scores can formally contribute to the world handicap system
- Support in communicating the NZIGA to existing NZ Golf club members and affiliated clubs
- Collaboration on any NZ Golf fees and subscription structure for indoor club members
IGNZ Framework Charter
The Indoor Golf New Zealand (IGNZ) Framework Charter establishes the governance, handicap model, competition structure, and rules aligned with the World Handicap System and Golf New Zealand.
WHS-Compliant Handicaps
WHS-compliant handicap calculation using simulator Course Rating and Slope equivalents.
Home Course Twinning
Every indoor club is formally twinned with a real NZ golf course, creating a bridge between indoor and outdoor play.
National Competition
A national competition calendar including inter-club events, regional championships, and a national indoor open.
Governance Framework
Governance modelled on Golf New Zealand's constitution and regional association structure.
Real Course Obligation
Members must submit at least 5 qualifying outdoor rounds per year to maintain their indoor handicap.
Venue Certification
IGNZ-certified venues with launch-monitor simulators, random lie mode, and standardised green speeds.
Download the Full Charter
Review the complete IGNZ Framework Charter including governance, handicap model, competition structure, venue certification, and implementation roadmap.
Download IGNZ Charter (DOCX)Register Your Interest
Founding membership spots are limited. Join the NZIGA as a founding member and help shape the future of indoor golf in New Zealand.
Whether you operate a simulator business or manage an established golf club, the NZIGA offers a unique opportunity to be part of something transformational.
Next Steps After Registration:
- • Review the IGNZ Framework Charter
- • Set up your Club GCMS and onboard members
- • Register on the CaddieChat app
- • Play in your first national NZIGA event