Golf course greens are admired around the world for their serene, peaceful setting and classy, exquisite facilities. There is much more to do at a golf club than simply playing golf, as more and more people are renting golf courses out for their personal or business events. By the year 1990 there were over a thousand golf clubs in the U.S.; that number has only grown today. Here is everything you need to know about renting your own golf course.
Golf Course Rental
Many people simply rent out a course to play golf. Players can carry a maximum of 14 clubs at one time during a normal, stipulated round. They say that golf is the sport of businessmen, giving it a reputation as the game of the social elite. Golf is extremely healthy as a 175 LB man can burn up to 460 calories if he carries his own clubs during an hour of play — a nine hole course can be up to a 2.5 mile trek. The professionals on TV make it look easy, as the chance of getting two holes-in-one during a single round of golf is approximately 67 million to one.
Brunch
Just taking off in the states in recent years, brunch is a curious symphony of breakfast and lunch that first began in England over 30 years ago. Many golf clubs hold a Sunday brunch buffet that gives their members a chance to socialize and bring their families out. A survey of buffet-goers found that up to 67% of them believed ethnic-inspired breakfast and lunch items like Asian-flavored syrups, Chorizo scrambled eggs, and coconut milk pancakes were exotic restaurant trends for 2015. For the holidays many clubs offer a brunch with Santa. Children especially will enjoy having their brunch with Santa Clause, making it an event for the whole family.
Weddings
Hudson Valley Weddings has stated that up to 35% of weddings are now outdoor occasions. Today the average budget for the wedding ceremony and reception is $28,385; in 2013 brides spent an average of $1,184 on the rehearsal dinner alone and $457 on their morning-after brunch. Having your wedding at a golf club can help families save money, especially if they are members.