The new normal for many full-service country clubs puts the emphasis on full. Over time, the Philadelphia Cricket Club has enhanced its already championship-caliber golf program so as to please the avid golfer while also broadening golf’s appeal and making it more accessible and fun
While the private club experience is foremost about people and relationships, the buildings and grounds are critical aspects of what makes being a member so special. These are the places and spaces where member interactions and programs take place. The facilities are the club’s biggest
While there are many reasons a golf club may decide to make updates and improvements to its course and surroundings, two specifically stand out: making the game more fun and attractive to players, and the natural wear of a course requiring attention. Members of the
For decades, luxury club practices have been built on offering elite lifestyle experiences for a demographic of affluent communities and club members. However, with today’s new generation of members seeking advanced ways to improve the quality of their overall health and lifestyle, there is a
Capital project funding is an ongoing reality for private clubs and it is virtually guaranteed to foster discussion and debate among the various “communities of interest” within a club’s membership. Usually, club members take a conservative approach to deploying those funds and focus habitually on
Private clubs are capital-intensive facilities, in terms of both operations and physical improvements.Buildings, grounds and outdoor facilities generally have a fixed life span and require continuous attention. Maintaining and improving a club’s facilities can involve some of the most expensive, and difficult decisions a club
Renovations are a necessity to maintain a strong club. They provide new and improved amenities, invigorate current members and attract new ones. Although they can be complicated and large in scope, the right renovation will pay dividends down the road. Staying up to date on
When we look into our crystal ball, we see two emerging trends that will impact private clubs and their approach to recreation. The cumulative impact of these trends will be positive, if we adjust accordingly. First, we begin with golf. While golf may still drive
To look at the Bel-Air Bay Club—to admire its white stucco walls and terracotta roofs, to feel its ocean breezes—is to slip into a California reverie. Try as you may, you won’t easily shake this feeling. White sands and blue waters, the far-off view of
In order for clubs to embrace and service families well, it is important to understand what the implications are regarding club facilities. We’re not talking about turning clubs into romper rooms where children play, eat and “raise Cain.” Rather, how does a great club offer