Governors Club created the 30-Day All-Access Pass program to connect both current and prospective members through club events.
Inspiration from Within
Even the most traditional clubs are looking to break away from how-we’ve-always-done-it approaches, while others are making extra efforts to develop exclusive distinctions that only they can provide to members and guests.
Driving Business
Charlotte Country Club’s transportation program gives members the opportunity to be shuttled around town—to the airport, to and from the club, and even for all-day services.
The Smell of Success
Ibis Golf & Country Club allows members to create custom scents with its Aroma Design Bar.
The “WOW” Factor
Greensboro (N.C.) Country Club drew on the popularity of CrossFit to develop its own spin: the Workout of the Week.
What One Night Can Mean
Jim James demonstrated that he had goals and standards for service and they were inviolate. He trained what is largely a temporary staff to that standard, and they delivered.
Youthful Glow
For its “Glow Golf Campout,” Greensboro (N.C.) Country Club incorporated a campout on the driving range to include multiple departments.
Dog Day Afternoons
Dog-centric events at The Kansas City Country Club and Seattle Yacht Club help bring together members who might not otherwise socialize.
Letting Nature Take Its Course
The Audubon International-organized BioBlitz, a species-counting competition that creates awareness about the environmental value of habitats, was hosted at Austin Country Club.
Staffs with the Right Stuff
Golf professionals still hold the keys to stimulating more participation in the sport. Here are profiles of several who have found especially effective ways to unlock new interest and enthusiasm.
Sugar and Spice
Hershey CC is relying on a local artisan spice shop to create unique spice blends that feature an especially appropriate ingredient.
Hopping to It
Arlington Club in Portland, Ore., took note of the region’s love of craft beer and developed a microbrewery on-site, that has proven to be wildly popular among members.
Super Fuel
Sawgrass Country Club is keeping its members’ waistlines in check through its balanced and properly proportioned Fit Fuel meals.
Culinary Multi-tasker
With multiple kitchens throughout the property, the food-and-beverage staff at Stratton Mountain Resort relies on equipment that can keep up with their pace of year-round activity.
Success For All Seasons
Chevy Chase Club’s Winter Center has become the property’s primary casual-dining venue and benefitted from an expansion that included a larger kitchen.