Become a Member of the AMGA
Become part of a legacy of guides and instructors dedicated to professional excellence, world-class training, and a united outdoor community.
Professional MembershipAdvance your professional development, pursue internationally-endorsed certifications, access networking opportunities, and become part of the nation’s largest and most respected organization for climbing and skiing guides.
Supporter MembershipHelp support the only organization shaping American guiding since 1979 and connect with a thriving community of guides, educators, and industry leaders.
Frequently Asked QuestionsFind answers to commonly asked questions about AMGA membership, benefits, eligibility, and how to join.
Professional AMGA Membership
Your first step to joining other professionals in the guiding, climbing, skiing, and splitboarding community. Advance your professional development, pursue internationally-endorsed certifications, access networking opportunities, and become part of the nation’s largest and most respected organization for climbing and skiing guides.
Benefits of Professional Membership
Eligibility to apply for AMGA Climbing Instructor Programs (CWI & SPI) and Mountain Guide Programs.
Support AMGA's work to advocate for policies that improve access for guides.
Enjoy special discounts and promotions from AMGA corporate partners based on your training and certification level.
Discounted group rates on guide-friendly life and disability Insurance, and accident insurance.
Invitations to the AMGA Annual Meeting and regional events with professional networking opportunities.
Access to ongoing educational opportunities and tech tip videos from the AMGA Instructor Team.
Your name displayed in AMGA’s member directory page (certified members only).
Participation in AMGA governance for CWI certified level and higher.
Updates and communication regarding the latest in American guiding news.
Become an AMGA Supporter Member
AMGA is not just for active guides and instructors. Support the only organization with a history of over 45 years inspiring and facilitating a culture of American mountain craft. Whether you are a previous Professional AMGA member, supporting a professional mountain guide or instructor, or simply believe in AMGA’s mission, your support is instrumental in accomplishing the AMGA’s vital work—from operations to advocacy to building community.
Benefits of Supporter Membership
Updates and communication regarding the latest in American guiding news.
Gain access to networking opportunities with outdoor professionals and guides.
Help us advocate for policies that improve access for guides.
Membership Dues
Membership Frequently Asked Questions
Your membership dues make it possible for the national office staff to run climbing instructor courses and mountain guide programs, administer your member benefits, advocate at a local and national level, and plan and run the annual meeting and regional events.
Any professional member with an AMGA certification or a training level of apprentice or higher in any mountain guide discipline can participate in board elections annually.
Yes. Your AMGA Professional Membership must be current for your training level and certification to be valid.
Yes. Your AMGA Professional Membership must be valid to apply for and enroll in any AMGA program.
Yes. You must have a valid AMGA Professional Membership to apply for a Mountain Guide Program scholarship.
AMGA offers group rates on life or disability insurance, and accident insurance, through your AMGA membership. We also encourage and offer travel insurance for members taking Mountain Guide Programs.
Donate to the AMGA
Your donations help in supporting education, advocacy, and access, ensuring a strong future for professional guides and the climbing community.
