The notion of the family being an essential part of the private club scene is not new. Many country clubs have had to replace their pools in recent years because they were 50 years old, so that most essential element of family activity has been
Over the past century, the American family has undergone many transformations, some subtle, some more visible. In particular, the 21st century has ushered changes to the American family on an unprecedented scale, with the old ways of relating to one another being at times enhanced
With more than 6,000 members, six 18-hole golf courses, seven restaurants, four clubhouses, and a fitness center Olympian in its proportions, the sheer size of The Landings Club—a gated community located on Skidaway Island, 15 miles from Savannah, Georgia—might obscure its deeper, more defining qualities.
Providing opportunities for kids of all ages and levels and ensuring a positive first experience will help get—and keep—more kids in the game of tennis. The educational curriculum program, “Coach Youth Tennis,” is designed to improve the quality and standards of teaching tennis to kids
Every New Year’s Day people across the country wake up and say, “This is the year. I am going to lose 10 pounds, get in shape and eat better. Starting today, I am turning it around.” And for about a week, maybe even a month
Private clubs have a unique opportunity to help next generation leaders shape and refine manners and social graces while cultivating the essential interpersonal communication skills necessary to advance in today’s intensely competitive, high-tech and global society. Why Manners Matter Simply put, proper manners speak to
For private clubs, success is often translated in terms of member satisfaction, engagement and participation. With so many competing options for members’ free time, clubs are turning to “can’t miss” events to help drive member attendance and keep club goers excited about the club experience.
This fall, NCA is releasing a comprehensive trends report based on a two-phase Delphi study of club industry experts and professionals. The report, “Navigating the Future: The Outlook for Private Clubs,” covers internal and external forces that will shape the future for clubs over the
There’s a win-win situation waiting for you: You can contribute to the health and longevity of your club and your members at the same time. Fitness facilities are proving to be the new horizon in clubs across the country. When the last round is played, the pool
Gone are the days of yoga reserved solely for sun-saluting women. Men across the country are cashing in on the benefits of yoga that range from fitness and family time to injury prevention. If that wasn’t enough, yoga can also improve your golf game. Recently,