Santa Teresa Golf Club
Santa Teresa Golf Club is located in San Jose, CA
Phone: 408-225-2650
Website: http://www.santateresagolf.com
Course History:
There are two courses, one is an 18 hole Par 71 and the second is known as “Shorty” and is an executive course with par 3 holes. Which ever course you pick to play, you’re sure to enjoy the challenge. The 18 hole course is just difficult enough to be challenging to professional players while not intimidating beginners.
What You Need to Know:
Please note the following policies that have been instituted by the course management:
Santa Teresa Golf Club is a public course and may be enjoyed by all.
Each person may make one tee time reservation per phone call.
Green fees are not refundable.
Green fees may be paid for with cash, check or credit card.
Coolers are not allowed on the golf course.
The course has an online tee time reservation service or you can call to place your registration. Please note that tee times can be registered up to two weeks in advance. Lessons are available on the course from the on-site pros and can be purchased right from their website.
The pro shop is also online and offers all of the latest apparel and gear from the main brands. The course also has a club house with some terrific food. You can enjoy your meal while overlooking the scenic course.
Tournaments are often hosted at the course and are a favorite with locals. This is considered to be one of the truly fun courses to play in the entire Bay Area and it has a great reputation. If you’ve never played here, catching a tournament is a great way to get started.
Playing Hints:
The front nine are pretty flat, but don’t let this trick you into thinking the course is easy. The hazards and trees make it more than complicated to keep on the right track. Aim is certainly the key to finishing this course well as well as good club selection. Most of the shots from the tees will be pretty straight, so focus on using your driver in most situations and giving it all you’ve got.
Hole eleven is quite a challenge with a large bunker built right into the fairway. Make sure you give your ball just enough power to get over this hazard. Hole twelve is a deceptively easy par four, but the curve adds to the complexity of getting a birdie here.
Hole sixteen is a short par three, but watch out for the bunkers around the green. Try to iron your way in for the best lie. The dogleg on the eighteenth hole makes for quite a challenge, but at least you’re almost done at this point in your game.
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Green Fees:
M-T Friday Weekends/Holidays
Daily Fee $40 $46 $60
Afternoon $25 $29 $34
Twilight $17 $19 $25
Back Nine $19 $21 $30
Seniors* $24 $24 N/A
Students* $19 $19 N/A
Juniors* $12 $12 N/A
Short Course $11 $11 $15
The Presidio Golf Course
The Presidio Golf Course is located in San Francisco, CA
Phone: 415-561-4653
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Website: http://www.presidiogolf.com/
Course History:
The Presidio is one of the oldest and most celebrated courses in California. It survived the great quake of 1906 and was recently renovated. The illustrious Arnold Palmer manages this course and it’s located just ten minutes from downtown San Francisco.
You can register your tee time online from up to thirty days in advance. In addition, you can also call ahead to the club. If you do need to cancel, you must give the course at least 24 hours notice. There is a non-refundable fee if you register online, per golfer. The rate varies as to the day of the week that you wish your tee-time to be on.
The club house was just finished a few years ago and features some of the most elegant accoutrements you would expect to find in a club house. It is open for lunch, brunch, private celebrations and receptions. Cocktails are served along with a limited menu until dusk. The food has been dubbed “American comfort with a California flair,” and is incredibly delicious. The full bar offers more than 36 types of whiskey, thirteen different kinds of beer and a wine list from around the world.
The pro shop features all the best golf brands and merchandise for every type of golfer. Rental clubs are available for $45 for an 18 hole round or $25 for nine holes. If you join their special e-club, you can get additional savings on merchandise as well as advance notice on upcoming events.
The practice center is truly remarkable with a very large driving range and a special six hole practice putting green. A chipping green is also available. The practice center is open 7 days a week and is staffed with PGA instructors and professionals if you need a little assistance on your swing. They do recommend bringing a light jacket if the day is a little chilly or if you will be practicing in the evening.
Prepaid range cards are available and make it easy to get practice in whenever you can. However, regular rates are as follows: $7 for 35 balls, $10 for 70 balls and $12 for 100 balls. Check out their special “Demo Days” to try all of the latest new equipment from the best manufacturers.
Several professional teachers are on staff at the Presidio and you can schedule lessons no matter what your skill level may be. Clinics are available for all ages, and corporate clinics are also offered.
Rates start at $50 for residents or $96 for non-residents during the week. Weekend rates are available and are similar in pricing. Discounts are offered for different groups of members throughout the week, please see their website for their current pricing schedule and more information.
Golfers are required to wear collared shirts and trousers or shorts are encouraged. Denim is discouraged, and it is recommended that you bring soft rubber spikes instead of metal.
Sunol Valley Golf Course
Sunol Valley Golf Course is located in: Sunol, CA
Phone: 925-862-0414
Website: http://www.sunolvalley.com/
Course History:
This course has received a four star rating by professionals and is one of the most beautiful courses in the Bay Area. Two courses are actually available to cater to players of all levels. Walkers are welcome, except during the twilight hours on Saturday and Sunday.
The Cypress Course is the easiest course is just over 6,100 yards long. It is considered to be one of the more tranquil courses in the area and is perfect if you just want to relax and enjoy a nice game of golf. The Palms Course is a little more challenging and features nearly 6,400 yards of playable space. They recommend careful club choices to make the most out of this course.
The Players Club offers significant discounts and is available in several levels. You can sign up for the Players Club on their website and learn more about the special options available for members. We’ll include pricing information on green fees below for this club.
The Pro Shop offers select merchandise from all the best golfing brands. Club fitting is offered at $75 for a full set, or $50 for woods, irons or wedges. If you purchase clubs on that day, the fitting cost is complimentary. The club estimates that nearly 95% of all players are using inappropriate clubs, so this may be a great option, especially if you are new to the game or having difficulty with your game.
Lessons are also offered at the club from their staff professionals. Pricing starts at $45 for one lesson. Group rates are also available and special discounts are offered for junior players. The club also features several junior programs to help get kids excited about golf. They have two summer camps that start at just $150, and they run at several different times throughout the summer.
The club now offers the ability to reserve your tee time online for a nominal fee. Registrations are available for up to 30 days and special discounts and extended times are available to Players Club members. You can also call the club to reserve your tee time.
Numerous events are scheduled at the club throughout the year and are available for all ages. Whether you like special tournaments or you just want to have a little fun, there is something for everyone at either course.
Fees:
Regular - Weekdays
Green Fee/Cart Fee/Total
Regular 31.00 14.00 45.00
Twilight 23.00 12.00 35.00
Super-twilight 12.00 9.00 21.00
Prime Days
Back 9 (1st 1 1/2 hrs only) 27.50 Incl. 27.50
Regular 43.00 14.00 57.00
Twilight 28.00 12.00 40.00
Super-twilight 15.00 10.00 25.00
Junior Rates
Greens Fee (Valid twilight only) $10 NA
Players Club Pricing
Weekdays
Green Fees/Cart Fees/Total
Regular 23.00 12.00 35.00
Twilight 20.00 10.00 30.00
Super-twilight 12.00 9.00 21.00
Prime Days
Back 9 (1st 1 1/2 hrs only) 27.50 Incl. 27.50
Regular 38.00 14.00 52.00
Twilight 28.00 12.00 40.00
Super-twilight 15.00 10.00 25.00
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