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THE MEADOWS COUNTRY CLUB
The Meadows Golf And Country Club
Changing With The Times
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Sarasota hasn’t always been the
busy city that it is today. Just a decade ago a great deal of the land being developed on University Parkway was farmland, the Mall at University Town Center was swampland, and there were nearly 100,000 fewer people living here.
Sarasota has evolved, and so has the Meadows Country Club.
First conceived in 1974 as Taylor Woodrow’s dream of a diverse community with a theme of teamwork and volunteerism, the Meadows has grown from a community club with a small tennis facility into one of Sarasota’s premier full-service country clubs with 54 holes of golf, 17 har-tru tennis courts, pickleball, a junior Olympic pool, a fitness center, two restaurants, and six unique event spaces that host over 200 events per year. stopped – most recently working to build a new type of Country Club, focused on amenities, culture and programming for the whole family. The Meadows’ evolution has been a multiyear project – from developing world-class social facilities, to an enormous renovation of the Meadows (members-only) golf course (2020), to expanding the outdoor dining and spectator galleries around the highly regarded tennis facility. The community has just broken ground on a new building to house meeting rooms and community gathering facilities plus a new state-of-the art fitness center.
The team at the Meadows is focused not only on providing its membership outstanding amenities; they are also dedicated to creating a warm, inviting atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable and where friendships and fun flourish. In
addition to “The Member’s Course”, The Meadows has an 18 hole Championship layout (The Highlands) that challenges the most serious golfer, plus a family friendly par 65 golf course (The Groves) offering 9 par 4’s and 1 par 5 (“The best course in Sarasota for families, juniors and golfers of all levels that want to test their game” says GM Tony Johnson, PGA). The Groves greens were completely renovated in 2019. The regular program of golf and tennis related games combined with social events are fun for all. In addition, there are dances, special holiday dinners, parties by the pool, trivial pursuit, artistic activities, fashion shows and events that offer something for everyone, no matter their age or physical capabilities. “We have an unbeatable location within minutes of downtown Sarasota, the UTC Mall and I-75. No one can match the natural beauty of our property and its mature plantings. Our goal is to capitalize on these incredible strengths and restore those areas of our club that need a bit of polish without compromising the warm, friendly atmosphere our members cherish.” Phil Boyle, President, The Meadows Country Club Board of Governors.
The Regency Room
The Regency Room has always been the premier destination for fine dining and many of the club’s member events. In 2020, the Meadows completed a full facelift of the Regency Room – centered around an “Old Florida” look with mid-century accents. The upgraded Regency Room captures the history of the Sarasota area while also offering amenities that you will only find at the finest hotels in the region.
The Meadows Members-Only Golf Course
The Meadows Member’s Golf Course has just completed an enormous renova-
tion that involved new greens and tees along with complete re-grass of all fairways. Nothing has been left untouched. The new playing surface has garnered rave reviews from members and guests.
The course has been changed to improve playability – adding challenges in some places, and making other holes a little easier. Bunkers have been added to catch balls that would otherwise end up in the forest, while others have been placed to challenge golfers’ approaches to the greens.
“We are extremely proud of our new Members Course and it matures better every day! The feedback we have received from those who have been playing the course for years, and those playing it for the very first time, proves that we have a truly wonderful course as planned. Everyone loves it, no matter how good a golfer they are.” Pat Franklin, Director of Golf Course Maintenance.
The renovation promises to make the course more inviting to players of all skill levels, offering up one of the best golfing experiences in the Sarasota area.
The Centre Court Lounge
Florida is best enjoyed from the outdoors, and this is especially true at the Meadows, where you can enjoy mature landscaping with towering oaks and lush plants and landscaping. The Meadows is also expanding the deck dining where members can enjoy exceptional food with great views of the tennis courts and pool.
The Lifestyle & Wellness Facility
Country clubs have evolved from facilities focused solely on golf and tennis, to providing a wide variety of activity for the whole family. After golf and tennis, fitness facilities are the most demanded amenity at country clubs.
The Meadows will have a world-class fitness facility when construction of the new Lifestyle & Wellness Facility is completed in 2022. The new facility will feature a cardio studio, massage room, a muscle activation technique room, and large social spaces.
With an extraordinary fitness facility, and the already long list of amenities and programs that the Meadows has to
offer, the club will truly have something to offer to everybody.
Putting Family First
The Meadows has built a facility that has something for everyone – fine dining, golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness, and more! If you enjoy health and wellness, there are a wide variety of options for you at the Meadows.
“Our main mission is to deliver a fun experience to all our members, no matter their age, interests or physical condition. Our creative team of professionals takes pride in getting everyone involved in our programs at the level that bests suits him or her. And it’s not all about golf or tennis either. Our members have full access to all the amenities The Meadows has to offer, including a range of dining options, miles of biking and hiking trails, pickleball, card games, swimming, fitness center, craft clubs, book clubs, dances, holiday parties family nights, almost anything you can think of. We are an inclusive club, not an exclusive one and I think you will find a home for you and your family here at The Meadows. Our membership programs are designed with the whole family in mind. The time is now to join The Meadows CC and experience what so many people are talking about.” Tony Johnson, PGA General Manager, The Meadows Country Club.
There are options for everyone, including younger families! People who are under 50 are eligible for a Young Professional Memberships with reduced rates and full access to all the facilities at the Meadows. There are opportunities for the littlest golfer and tennis players through the junior and PGA clinics. During the summer month, kids can keep busy with the activities by the pool, in the game room, or by enjoying the ever-popular Meadows Sports Camp.
www.meadowscc.org
Semi-Private Course MAP #160
TEE INFORMATION
Yardage/Rating/Slope:
Black: 6357 / 70.9 / 125 Emerald: 6065 / 69.7 / 122 Platinum: 5720 / 67.9 / 121 Gold - M: 5366 / 66.4 / 118 Gold - W: 5366 / 71.1 / 127 Ruby - M: 4981 / 63.8 / 114 Ruby - W: 4981 / 69.2 / 113 Pearl - W: 3174 / 59.8 / 94
COURSE FACTS Number of Holes: 18
Golf Professional:
Ed McConnell, PGA Superintendent: David Spencer
COURSE AMENITIES • Chipping Area • Club Storage • Clubhouse • Golf Lessons • Practice Greens • Pro Shop • Sand Practice • Restaurant-Lunch Daily, Dinner
Wed-Fri, Sunday Brunch • Golf Club Rental • Tempo Walk Units
Englewood
Boca Royale Golf & County Club
Boca Royale is a Semi-private Country Club that welcomes all golfers and offers a challenge for all skill levels. Our pro shop staff and our teaching professionals are waiting to serve our members and guests. Eighteen championship holes with Champion Greens, five tee box locations and an excellent putting practice area are surrounded by towering oaks, cypress, palms, and lush green fairways. Native birds and wildlife can be spotted on the 150 acres of lakes, tropical nature preserves and the beautiful landscape of woodlands, sand and water.
1601 Englewood Road Englewood, FL 34223 941-474-7475 www.bocaroyale.com
Semi-Private Course MAP #151
TEE INFORMATION Yardage/Rating/Slope: Blue: 3373 / 58.8 / 97 Yellow:3014 / 56.2 / 89 Red: 2749 / 55.6 / 89
Bradenton
Peridia Golf and Country Club
“The Experts in the Game and Business of Golf ”COURSE FACTS Number of Holes: 18 The NFPGA is a group of approximately 1500 PGA Members Architects: Jed Azinger and Gordon Lewis and Apprentices serving the needs of the golfers General Manager: Tom Donato, CAM at more than 600 courses in North Florida. Pro Shop Manager: Brian Schmidt The North Florida Section is the fourth largest in the PGA, Manatee County’s Premier Executive Golf Course offers lush fairways and redesigned Tif-Eagle greens that provide a challenge to Superintendent: geographically comprised of 41 counties. golfers of all skill levels and the ability to play in 3 hours. Walk or Ray Bartels, Jr. , CGCS Founded in 1916, the PGA of America has grown into ride anytime! It’s the perfect course for couples, families, and seniors to improve their short game. Peridia’s full service restaurant and COURSE AMENITIES the world's largest working sports organization.banquet facility is open to the public for lunch and dinner. Peridia • Complete Pro Shop has a new Tiki Bar, open every day from 11 am to 8 pm, serving your • If it’s about golf, choose a PGA Professional for advice! favorite drinks and offering a limited food menu. Terrace on The Green • • They are the experts in the game and business of golf. On the web at: nfpga.com 4950 Peridia Boulevard East Bradenton, FL 34203 941-758-2582 www.peridiagcc.net Restaurant with Full Bar service Banquets and weddings Golf Lessons available
TEE INFORMATION
Yardage:
2791 / Par 58
COURSE FACTS Number of Holes: 18 General Manager: Lila Purcell Superintendent: Lou Corvo PGA Pro: George Rudy
COURSE AMENITIES • Rental Equipment • Snacks • PGA Instruction • Walking Anytime • Memberships Available -
Equity & Associate • Driving Range & Practice
Facility • Automated Ball Machine • Special 5 Buckets for $20
Venice
Venice East Golf Course
Venice East Golf Course is an 18-hole semi-private, executive par 58 course. It is perfect for the beginner, senior, or those that want to practice their short game. The longest hole is 250 yards, so the course can easily be played in 2-1/2 to 3 hours. We have gators, sandhill cranes, and other wildlife watching you, so please watch out for them. The most important thing — Golf Should Be Fun - So Enjoy!
For Specials and Coupons see our website at: veniceeastgc.com 107 Venice East Boulevard Venice, FL 34293 941-493-0005 www.veniceeastgc.com
The NFPGA is a group of approximately 1500 PGA Members and Apprentices serving the needs of the golfers at more than 600 courses in North Florida.
The North Florida Section is the fourth largest in the PGA, geographically comprised of 41 counties. Founded in 1916, the PGA of America has grown into the world's largest working sports organization.
If it’s about golf, choose a PGA Professional for advice! They are the experts in the game and business of golf.
On the web at: nfpga.com
