A complete overhaul of its classic clubhouse is helping the Indian Wells, Calif. property develop new “inner strength” to properly complement its stunning surroundings.
New Sports Complex Reflects New Era at PGA West
The $10 million facility at the La Quinta, Calif. community is expected to further the trend that has already seen a swing from 95 percent golf memberships to 60 percent sports memberships among the property’s 1,400 members. The sports complex includes a fitness center, jacuzzi, swimming pool, bocce ball courts, dog park, drive-up movie area,…
Indian Wells (Calif.) Golf Resort Unveils New After-Dark Entertainment Experience
Starting October 18, the property will host “Shots in the Night” for families, small groups, corporate outings or guests. The after-dark experience, held on Thursdays through Saturdays from sundown until 10 p.m., will feature Glow Golf, NextLinks Putting Green Games, food trucks, and more. Indian Wells (Calif.) Golf Resort will unveil a new after-dark golf…
Under the Big Top
Tents and pavilions house opportunities for clubs and resorts to expand their amenities and business profiles.
The Reserve Club Plans Upgrades in “Enthusiastic Market”
The Indian Wells, Calif., property has received 79% member approval for a $13 million project, that will see $1.5 million invested in the golf course, and $11.5 million to transform the clubhouse into a more relaxed, casual atmosphere. “What we are seeing is there is still an enthusiastic market, but it is a much smaller market,” said…
The Reserve Club Undergoes $11.5M Project
To commemorate its 20th anniversary, the Indian Wells, Calif., property will begin a $10 million clubhouse renovation in mid-May that will expand outdoor terraces, while adding a multipurpose al fresco kitchen, new bar, and improved special event areas. Work on the golf course’s irrigation system is already underway. To commemorate its 20th anniversary, The Reserve…
Desert Horizons CC Completes $2M Golf Course Renovation
The Indian Wells, Calif., club funded the project through anonymous member donations, and work on the front nine began in the summer of 2016. The project included a redesign of all green complexes, reworking the fairway bunkers, adding contouring to the greens, and converting 120,000 sq. ft. of turf to landscaping. Desert Horizons Country Club…
Toscana CC Unveils New Club Expansion
New facilities at the Indian Wells, Calif., property include La Cucina, a casual restaurant; Il Caffè, a coffee bar; a sports club pavilion with a movement studio and pilates studio; a resort pool with pavilion; an event lawn; and new tennis, pickleball and bocce ball courts. Toscana Country Club, a private residential community in Indian Wells,…
Indian Wells (Calif.) Golf Resort Updates Event Pavilion
Updates to the 5,600-sq. ft. event space include a new 800-sq. ft. Pavilion Suite, a 25,000-sq. ft. Event Lawn, expanded patio, vestibule, 22 date palm trees wrapped in LED lights, and pull-down screens to cut back on glare. Indian Wells (Calif.) Golf Resort recently completed a renovation and expansion project on its 5,600-sq. ft. Event…
Indian Wells (Calif.) Golf Resort Offers Golf Made Simple
The golf school has partnered with the resort to improve students’ swings, with classes slated to begin November 3 and continuing through May 16. Through the program, a typical day includes three hours on the practice range, lunch in the clubhouse, another hour on the practice range, and six holes of on-course instruction. Indian Wells…
Courts That Please
New court-sport programs, including bocce and pickleball, are increasing member satisfaction, boosting retention, and keeping more members more active.
Golf Shouldn’t Be So Hard on Itself, Says New PGA President
The news for the industry isn’t as bad as often portrayed, Paul Levy, who is also the General Manager of Toscana CC in Indian Wells, Calif., told those attending an industry summit. “There are a lot of really great things happening out there and we as an industry, especially the leaders, have to talk positively,” he said.
Petition Filed to Raise Golf Fees at Indian Wells (Calif.) Golf Resort
The petition, started by resident Steve Howell, urges the city to increase resident golf fees at the resort from $35 per round to $50. The resort’s operating deficit could hit $5 million over the next five years, with the city subsidizing it at more than $1 million per year out of its general fund.
Paul Levy Elected as PGA of America’s New President
The executive with the Sunrise Company is also the CEO/General Manager of Toscana CC in Indian Wells, Calif. He will be the organization’s 40th President. Former LPGA Tour player Suzy Whaley is the new Vice President and Jim Richerson, General Manager & Group Director of Golf for Kohler Co.’s Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run properties, is the new Secretary.
Desert Horizons CC Pays for Renovation with Member Donations
The first phase of the two-year renovation to the Palm Springs, Calif., club’s 18-hole golf course includes modernizing green complexes on the front nine. The cost of the $1.7 million project is being covered entirely by donations from golf and social members.