Ridgewood Country Club Information & Rules
Club Information—The use of any information contained in the Membership Booklet for any business, commercial or solicitation purpose is strictly prohibited. Members may not make the Membership Booklet available to any non-member.
The Information and Rules section may be revised by the Board of Directors. The Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws are covered in a separate section.
All Members are expected to be familiar with all the rules and policies of the Club. Members are responsible for informing their family and guests of our rules and policies. Members are further responsible for the conduct of their family and guests at all times while on Club property.
A Member who disregards any rule or acts in an inappropriate manner will be subject to disciplinary action.
GENERAL
Automobiles—The Club strongly encourages members to utilize valet parking whenever available. Members may, at their own risk, park their own cars in the area marked: “Self-Parking”. Guests must be instructed to use valet parking. Parking in areas marked “FIRE ZONE”, on the roadway or on the circle is not allowed. Cars parked in these areas may be towed at the owner’s expense. To retrieve your car from valet parking, dial 4 from one of outside telephones to reach the valet. The Club is not responsible for automobiles or contents while vehicles are on Club property.
Cannabis Policy—The use or consumption of any form of cannabis, including both recreational and medicinal, on Club premises, including parking lots, is strictly prohibited. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion.
Card Playing and Games in the Main Dining Room or Champions Grill are not permitted until after the dining hours are over unless specifically approved by the Board of Directors.
Cash is not to be offered to employees in payment for purchases made by Members or guests. This is a long-established rule of the Club.
Cashing of Personal Checks up to $50.00 can be done at the Front Desk. Members are requested to limit personal check cashing to emergency needs only.
Children are encouraged to use the Club. However, children of any age should not be left unattended at the Club when NOT participating in Club activities, and are not permitted to be unaccompanied in the Pro Shop, dining areas, locker rooms, or any other areas of the Clubhouse or grounds when they are not participating in Club activities. Children are not permitted to play or run around in the Clubhouse, on the Club grounds, on the putting clock, or on the golf course. Children under (12) twelve years of age must be accompanied and supervised by an adult, unless explicitly supervised by the golf or tennis professional staff, or playing golf or tennis as otherwise permitted under the rules described for Children’s Golf or Tennis Privileges.
Club Closing—With the exception of holidays, the Club is closed on Mondays throughout the year. However, on Mondays, the tennis and paddle facilities will remain open. Additionally, from January through March, the Club is closed on Tuesdays, while the golf course and paddle facilities remain open.
The Club is also closed for several weeks during January and February. When the Club is closed, Members are prohibited from using the Club’s facilities including the putting clock, practice range, and swimming pool. If there is no snow on the ground, Greens & Grounds will post whether the course is open or not for walking play. The Club and its facilities may be closed at other times with notice from the Board of Directors.
Club Name—The Club name, logo or facilities may not be used for any commercial purpose or in any commercial context without the written approval of the Board of Directors.
Club Property is not to be removed from the premises without permission of the Board of Directors.
Comments or suggestions regarding service or operations should be made in writing to the Board of Directors.
Corporate Checks—No corporate checks will be accepted from Members for the payment of dues, initiation fees, assessments, bonds or house accounts.
Corporate Membership—Membership in The Ridgewood Country Club is limited to individuals. A bond or voting rights cannot be owned by a corporation.
Dogs or other pets are not allowed on the Club premises.
Employees are not to be sent out of the Club or off Club premises on special errands for Members. Club employees are not to be asked to deliver food or beverages to Members or their guests while on the golf course.
Food and Beverages consumed on Club premises must be purchased from the Club. Wine and other alcoholic beverages will not be sold to Members for off-site consumption, nor will uncooked food.
House Accounts—House accounts are payable by the 20
th of the month following the month in which the charges were incurred. If not paid within 40 days of the month-end for which the charges were incurred, a late payment charge as determined by the Board of Directors will be imposed. Abuse of the established payment terms may result in suspension or termination of Club privileges. Members are responsible for all charges of family members and guests.
Lightning Policy as outlined
here is to be followed throughout the Club.
Media Inquiries—All media inquiries about the Club, its employees or operations should be referred to the Clubhouse Manager. If you are contacted by a member of the media, please say “I am very sorry that I am not able to help you. But, if you give me your name, your media outlet and phone number, I'll have the appropriate person get back to you right away.” Please refrain from any further comment and contact the Clubhouse Manager immediately. This policy covers all forms of responses to the media, including off-the-record and anonymous statements.
Music—Music playing on the golf course, including the range, is prohibited (including earbuds). Music playing is prohibited at the pool with the exception of quiet use of earbuds. Exceptions may be made with approval of the Board of Directors.
No Business Conducted—Formal business may not be conducted in any of the common areas of the Club. The display of briefcases, business papers or business-related material in any common area is prohibited.
Personal Property of Members or guests is not the responsibility of the Club. Should it be necessary, valuables can be safeguarded by depositing them at the Front Desk in the lobby of the Clubhouse.
Rentals and Fees—Information about room rentals, private parties and other special uses of the Club’s facilities can be obtained from the Clubhouse Manager. For information such as use of the practice range, lessons or golfing requirements, please contact the Golf Shop.
Signs—Signs in and around the Clubhouse must be approved by the Board of Directors. Commercial signage is not permitted.
Smoking Restrictions—Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the Clubhouse, or in outside dining areas.
Tipping is restricted to locker room, valet parking and coatroom attendants. Any employee who accepts a tip may be subject to dismissal. Exceptions may be made only for special service at a private function.
Contributions are welcomed for the Employees' Christmas Fund. The money received each year is distributed to our employees on an equitable basis.
BEHAVIOR
Members have a responsibility to provide our employees with a workplace free from harassment or rude treatment. Employees must be treated with respect and civility. The Ridgewood Country Club is opposed to unlawful discrimination including racial, sexual, ethnic or any other harassment of an employee, manager or Club Member. Any inappropriate behavior by a Member or employee will not be tolerated and will result in immediate disciplinary action.
CLUBHOUSE
Food and Beverage Service:
The following information covers the basic or standard schedules for service in the restaurant and bar areas. When special Member events are scheduled, advance notice will be sent to Members.
Dining Room and Tillinghast Lounge (Formal Areas)
- Weekdays and Saturdays:
- Dinner 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Except Saturday until 9:30 PM
Champions Grill, Ryder Cup Bar & Overlook (Informal Areas)
(Members and guests must be
21 or over to sit at the Bar)
- Weekly Service:
- Lunch 11:30AM - 3:00PM
- Dinner 5:30PM - 8:30PM (except Saturday until 9:30PM, and Sunday 11:00AM – 8:00PM)
Fire Pit Patio & Patio Lounge (Informal Areas)
(Children
under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian)
- Weekly Service:
- Lunch 11:30AM - 3:00PM
- Dinner 5:30PM - 8:30PM
- Beverage Service 11:30 AM – close (except Saturday until 9:30PM and Sunday 11:00AM – 8:00PM)
Golfers Turn Bar (Informal Area)
(Members and guests must be
21 or over to sit at the Bar)
Men’s Locker Room Lounge (Informal Area)
- Breakfast - Weekends during golf season:
- Lunch - Weekly Service:
- Members and guests 21 and over only
Ryder Cup Bar (Informal Area)
- Food service is available at the Bar during normal hours.
Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms
- No food is served in these areas; beverage service is available.
Bar Service
(
Bar Service may be closed at the discretion of Management)
- Weekdays and Saturdays:
- Sundays:
Snack Bar Service
- Snack Bar opens early spring until late summer
- Normal hours:
Private Parties – All requests for reserving the Private Rooms (such as the President’s Room or the Jacobus Room) should be made in writing to the Events Manager. The minimum is 12 people and the maximum capacity for these rooms is 50 persons. In all cases, the sponsoring Member must be in attendance. The private dining room located behind the main Clubhouse bar has a capacity of 10 people and can be reserved via the Front Desk.
Larger Parties – A large party is defined as a party of 50 people or more. All requests for large parties must be made in writing to the Board of Directors and the sponsoring Member must be in attendance. The minimum number of persons required to reserve the Main Dining Room and Lounge is 80 weekdays and Sundays, and 100 on Saturdays.
Cancellation Policy – All Club held events carry a Cancellation Policy. Friday and Saturday events have a 48 hour cancellation policy. Sunday events have a 72 hour cancellation policy. Members who do not adhere to this policy will be charged fully for the event.
Wedding Receptions – The Club facilities can be reserved for wedding receptions throughout the year. All requests must be made in writing to the Board of Directors, and will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. The sponsoring Member must be in attendance and assume full responsibility for guests, including dress code, any damage caused, and the prompt payment of all charges.
Monthly Service Charge – Accounts are billed $90 per month (except Junior Legacy and Junior Non-Legacy Members 30 years of age and younger, whose monthly service charge is $45) instead of a percentage charge for food and beverages, whether or not the facilities are used. The income from the Monthly Service Charge is retained by the Club and is used to offset the cost of the Food and Beverage operations. This is not to be construed as a gratuity or tip. The Club will also charge a 20% service fee for groups of 12 and over.
Minimum Food Charge – There is an annual minimum food charge of $1,800 for all classes of Members except Junior Legacy and Junior Non-Legacy Members 30 years of age and younger, whose minimum is $900 and Spousal Members whose minimum is $750. National, Non-Resident and Emeritus Regular Members do not have a food minimum. This annual cycle begins on October 1
st and runs through September 30th
th of the following year except as modified by the Board of Directors. All meals consumed at the Club will be credited against the Member’s minimum. Exceptions include: alcohol purchases, Member-Member and Member-Guest events, Member sponsored parties and functions, take-out orders, and catered food provided for off premise events.
Alcohol Service Policy – The Club’s service of alcohol shall be consistent with the laws of the State of New Jersey. The consumption of alcohol shall be in keeping with the priority of public safety and our shared sense of decorum. Our policy is to refuse to serve alcoholic beverages to anyone, who in the opinion of our staff on duty, should not be served. This policy is to be applied equally to both Members and their guests, without exception. Any decision to withhold service shall not be subject to review. The Board of Directors will strongly and uniformly support the staff in the application of this policy. Furthermore, any Member or guest who challenges the decision of a staff member in this regard will be subject to immediate removal from our premises. Additional sanctions may also be applied, including possible suspension or expulsion from the club, pursuant to the Bylaws.
GOLF INFORMATION AND RULES
General:
All players are expected to play in the spirit of the game by:
- Acting with integrity – for example, by following the rules, applying all penalties, being honest in all aspects of play, and posting all golf scores promptly and accurately.
- Showing consideration to others – for example, by playing at a prompt pace, looking out for the safety of others, and not distracting the play of another player.
- Taking good care of the course – for example, by replacing divots, smoothing bunkers, repairing ball-marks, and not causing unnecessary damage to the course.
Golfing Attire – Please refer to the Attire section
here for descriptions of the Club’s dress code. Requirements for golf attire are described therein in the “ATTIRE”, “Golf Attire” and “On Club Grounds” sections.
Electronic Device Policy: The use of electronic devices on the golf course, practice area, Pro Shop, and Pro Shop Patio will be permitted for the following golf related applications:
Taking pictures or videos of your swing or course
- GHIN/handicapping applications
- Scoring applications
- Calls only for a medical emergency
There will be NO TALKING / TEXTING / EMAILING in these areas.
In no way should an electronic device affect the speed of play on the golf course.
Music – Music playing on the golf course, including the range, is prohibited (including earbuds). Exceptions may be made with approval of the Board of Directors.
Lightning Policy - All Members and guests must follow the
LIGHTNING POLICY which is set forth
here. For your protection, there is a lightning detection and warning system at the Club. You must evacuate the golf course when a loud INTERMITTENT high/low tone sounds and proceed to the clubhouse or the nearest shelter. A continuous tone, which will sound no less than 30 minutes after the initial alert, is the signal that play on the golf course may resume.
1.
The official golf season is from April 1
st to October 31
st.
2.
U.S.G.A. Rules will apply in all cases. Yardage measuring devices are permitted.
3.
Matches of more than 4 players are prohibited during the golf season.
4.
The golf course will open Tuesday through Friday at 8:00AM. On Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, one of the nine-hole courses will open at 7:30AM and the remaining nine-hole courses at 8:00 AM.
All golf areas are closed to member’s use on all Mondays except for holidays when the club is open, in which case the course is closed on Tuesday.
5.
The practice range, including all tees, greens, bunkers and other areas, is open during the official golf season on weekdays beginning at 8:00AM and on weekends at 7:00AM.
The use of the practice range is limited to the following:
a. Regular Members (including Emeritus and Honorary)
b. Junior Legacy and Junior Non-Legacy Members
c. Senior Members
d. Associate Members
e. House Members (on weekdays only)
f. Spousal and Spousal Senior Members with golf privileges
g. Spouses with golf privileges
h. Children with golf privileges
i. Children without golf privileges, but only under conditions described in paragraph #18
j. Non-Resident Members
k. Guests, when playing with Members
6.
Practicing on the golf course is not permitted. For example, more than one shot to a green or from a bunker may not be played. All practicing shall be done in areas provided especially for that purpose. A mulligan on the first tee is strongly discouraged, and is prohibited in any tournament.
7.
Maintaining the proper speed of play is essential for all players to have an enjoyable round at Ridgewood Country Club. Play should take less than 2 hours for 9 holes and less than 4 hours for 18 holes.
Those permitted to begin play during peak tee times, i.e., weekdays between 12 noon and 2:00PM, and before 10:00AM on weekends and holidays, will be required to complete their round of golf in less than 4 hours.
If players wishing to tee-off after peak tee-times are judged by the Starter to cause interference with foursomes turning or cause a delay in the speed of play, they may not be permitted to tee off between 2:00PM and 3:00PM on weekdays and between 10:00AM and 11:00AM on Saturdays.
Players who, for any reason, allow an open hole in front of them, and who are delaying a threesome or a foursome in a following group, must always invite the players following to play through. Failure to do so is a discourtesy. Players who refuse to allow following players to play through under this rule should be reported to the Starter or the Golf Committee.
Members reported for a slow play infraction will receive written notice from the Chair of the Golf Committee. If a second infraction occurs during the same season, a written notice may be issued restricting that Member’s play to non-peak tee times.
Members who are reported for slow play infractions due to slow play by their guests may have the number of guests and tee time for guest play restricted.
8.
Courses will be assigned by the Starter. Players are expected to play courses in rotation: i.e., East to West, Center to East and West to Center, unless otherwise instructed by the Starter.
9.
When one of the nines is closed, the Golf Professional Staff may issue special rules that outline modified starting time and course rotation procedures.
10.
Tournaments: When all three nines are in use during tournament play, non-tournament players are not permitted to use the golf course until completion of tournament play.
11.
Closing the Course: The course may be ruled unplayable or golf carts may be restricted or prohibited upon the determination of the Greens Superintendent, with concurrence of the Chair of the Greens and Grounds Committee, or the Chair of the Golf Committee, or the Golf Professional, or, in their absence, any Director. Once this determination is made, the course shall be monitored and evaluated in the same manner by those above for resumption of play and cart use as soon as reasonably possible.
12.
Caddies. Caddies are encouraged to be used before 2:00PM Tuesdays – Sundays. (This time requirement may be adjusted by the Board of Directors during periods of non-peak use of the golf course.) Members eligible to use a golf cart before 2:00PM are encouraged to use a caddie.
13.
Member Tournaments: Eligibility for Member Tournaments, other than Painted Woods, is limited to Regular Members, Emeritus Regular Members, Honorary Regular Members, Junior Legacy Members, Junior Non-Legacy Members, Senior Members, Spousal Members, Spousal Senior Members, Spouses with Golfing Privileges and Senior Children with Golfing Privileges, and is further restricted only to those who have contributed to the Prize Fund. Eligibility for the Painted Woods Tournament is limited to bond holding Regular Members. Exceptions for eligibility may be permitted in limited circumstances by the Golf Chair or the Board of Directors.
Associate Members
*, Non-Resident Members, House Members, National Members and Junior Children with Golf Privileges are not eligible for any Member Tournaments or any Member-Guest Tournaments unless specifically approved by the Golf Chair or the Board of Directors. Such Members may be eligible to play as a guest in a Member-Guest Tournament if approved by the Golf Chair or the Board of Directors. Such requests must be made in advance of such tournaments and eligibility is not effective unless and until approval is specifically granted. The Board of Directors will use its discretion in determining the priority of such requests, if necessary.
*Associate Members are eligible to play in Opening Day, Club Championship, and Oktoberfest.
Participants in Member Tournaments must register by the prescribed date in order to be eligible, and in no event will be permitted to request or declare eligibility after beginning play. Participants must play with another participant who is competing in the same event, unless arrangements are made in advance with the Golf Professional Staff or the Golf Chair for an appropriate player to attest the round and score.
Participants who sign up for Member tournaments are expected to be available to participate in all rounds of the tournament.
Participants must submit scorecards properly signed and attested at the completion of a competitive round, and also must accurately post each score in accordance with the World Handicap System and the posting rules of the Club (see paragraph #15 regarding Handicaps and Posting Scores). A round played in a designated competition must be posted with a “C” designation.
Member Tournaments and other events consisting of more than 2 foursomes require the advance approval of the Golf Chair or the Board of Directors.
14.
In stroke play tournament events, all putts must be holed and absolutely no putts will be conceded. Those who offer to concede any putts as well as those accepting conceded putts will be disqualified from the tournament.
15.
Posting scores: Handicaps will be maintained according to the World Handicap System, as well as Club rules described herein. A player must accurately post each score at the completion of a round before leaving the Club. A score should be posted for every 18 hole round, a round of 14 or more holes, and every 9 hole round of 7 or more holes. A round played in a designated competition should be entered in the computer as a “C” score. All rounds played at courses other than the Club, when played within the official golf season applicable to that course (e.g., rounds played in Florida during winter months), must be posted within a reasonable period of time after completion, pursuant to the same World Handicap System and Club rules that apply to rounds played at the Club.
Players are encouraged to seek the assistance of the Professional Golf Staff if they are not certain of the applicable World Handicap System or Club posting rules. However, players are solely responsible for verifying that each score, under any circumstance, has been posted timely and accurately, including competition rounds where scorecards are submitted to the Professional Golf Staff.
Pursuant to World Handicap System and Club rules described herein, the Golf Committee has the right and responsibility to adjust handicaps, suspend playing privileges, prohibit entry into club tournaments, mandate replay of club matches or tournaments, and to take any other action it deems appropriate.
16.
Tournament Groups: Regular Members, Emeritus Regular Members, Honorary Regular Members, Junior Legacy Members, Junior Non-Legacy Members, Senior Members, Associate Members, Non-Resident Members, Spousal Members and Spousal Senior Members must annually select an affiliation with a “Tournament Group”. The Tournament Groups are defined as follows:
- Member Tournament Group;
- 18 Hole Tournament Group;
- 9 Hole Tournament Group.
- Associate Tournament Group
A Member may affiliate with only one Tournament Group during each golf season. A spouse with Spousal Golf Privileges may affiliate with one of the remaining Tournament Groups other than the Tournament Group with which his or her spouse has affiliated.
Each Tournament Group shall have exclusive use of the golf course at assigned times, as described in paragraph #17.
Children with Golfing Privileges may not affiliate with any Tournament Group. Their play is restricted as described in paragraphs #18 and #19.
17.
Playing time restrictions: Use of the golf course is assigned and restricted as follows (please refer to paragraph #16 for definition of Tournament Groups):
- The Member Tournament Group will be allowed exclusive use of the golf course:
- On Saturdays, Sundays and holidays until 11:30AM
- On weekdays between noon and 1:30PM.
- Certain exceptions are applicable for guest play. Please see paragraph #21 for guest play rules.
- The 18 Hole Tournament Group will be allowed exclusive use of the golf course on Tuesdays from 8:00-11:30AM except when the Club is closed on Tuesdays due to a holiday, in which case the Group will be allowed such exclusive use at such time on Thursdays. Guest play is not permitted before 11:30AM. This Group will also have tee times available between 8:00-9:00AM on Wednesdays.
- The 9 Hole Tournament Group will be allowed exclusive use of the golf course on Wednesdays from 9:00-11:30 AM except when other Club events conflict, in which case the Group will have such exclusive use at such time on Thursdays. Guest play is not permitted before 11:30AM. This Group will also have tee times available between 9:30-10:00AM on Tuesdays.
- Members or spouses affiliated with the 9 or 18 Hole Tournament Groups may not begin play or make a turn on any nine hole course on weekdays (other than holidays) between noon and 1:30PM, unless accompanied by a Member or spouse who is affiliated with the Member Tournament Group. Exceptions may be permitted during designated special events approved by the Board of Directors.
- Associate Members can play a maximum of 12 times from May 1 until October 31, and still have unlimited use during other months. The Associate Member may have a group of up to three golf guests on any one occasion every 30 days during the year. Spousal and children’s privileges may be granted on a limited basis as determined by the Board of Directors. Associate Members are eligible to play in three events. Opening Day, Club Championship, and Oktoberfest. These events will not count against your twelve rounds.
18. Children’s Use of Golf Course and Practice Facilities: Children are permitted use of the golf course and practice facilities pursuant to the rules described below.
The times prescribed below are also subject to golf course availability as determined by the Starter. Please call in advance to check the availability. Use of the practice facilities is also subject to availability and children must give priority to Members and spouses of any category during periods of peak use.
Junior Golf
Children WITH golf privileges:
Upon approval of the golf staff and completion of the certification program, children may be unaccompanied on the practice facility and golf course during the following times:
Tuesday: 8AM-10AM & After 2PM
Wednesday: After 2PM
Thursday: 8AM-10AM & After 2PM
Friday: 8AM-10AM & After 2PM
Saturday: After 1:00PM*
Sunday: After 2:00PM*
*Those with handicaps of 16 or better may play with their parent with the same playing time restriction as a guest on Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays.
Please note – Tuesday mornings from 8AM-10AM nine holes are designated exclusively for junior golf.
Children WITHOUT golf privileges:
Children without golf privileges must be ACCOMPANIED by an adult at all times. Children accompanied by an adult may use the practice facility after 2PM and the golf course after 4PM.
Please check our website for all the information regarding Junior Golf and the entire junior schedule for camps, clinics, lessons and tournaments.https://rcc1890.com/Youth_Programs/Junior_Camp_new
19. Playing restrictions for Children with Golf Privileges, including Junior, Intermediate and Senior classification: Children with Golf Privileges are not classified as guests for play during restricted times.
- Juniors (ages 18 and under)
- Are not eligible for any Member Tournaments except for the Club Championship, and only if the child has a handicap of 10 or less in the case of a male Junior, and 18 or less in the case of a female Junior.
- Intermediates (ages 19-22)
- May use the golf course at any time, except during times reserved for the 18-Hole and 9-Hole Tournament Groups, and before 9:00AM on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, unless accompanied by a Member or spouse affiliated with the Member Tournament Group or when permitted under paragraph below. May use the practice facilities at any time.
- Are not eligible for any Member Tournaments except for the Club Championship, and only if the child has a handicap of 10 or less in the case of a male Intermediate, and 18 or less in the case of a female Intermediate.
- Seniors (ages 23-30)
- May use the golf course at any time, except during times reserved for the 18-Hole and 9-Hole Tournament Groups, and before 9:00AM on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, unless accompanied by a Member or spouse affiliated with the Member Tournament Group or when permitted under the paragraph below. May use the practice facilities at any time.
- Are eligible for all Member and Member-Guest Tournaments.
- Must be in the Prize Fund.
20. Spousal golf privileges are limited to 265 participants. The Regular Member must send a written request to the Club. If a waiting list develops, the position of the spouse on the waiting list will be established by the time and date of receipt of the written request.
21. Guest play:
- Guest play on Saturdays is not permitted before 11:00AM.
- Guest play on Sundays and holidays is permitted before 11:30AM only on a limited basis, and only to the extent it will not interfere with Member play. Such guest play must be reserved in advance with the Starter, and available openings will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If such arrangements are not made, guest play on Sundays and holidays is not permitted before 11:30AM.
- Guest play on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (or other days restricted for exclusive use by the 18-Hole and 9-Hole Tournament Groups) is not permitted before 11:30AM.
- Guest play restrictions under the three paragraphs above above can be waived with the approval of the Golf Chair.
- Spouses and children with Golf Privileges are not classified as guests for play during restricted times.
- Members may have up to three (3) playing guests without Golf Chair or Board approval. Please notify the Starter when you intend to invite a group of three guests. Members should consider the difficulty of our course and the ability of invited guests when selecting playing time as well as the appropriate set of tee markers to play from. Members must consider the possibility of slow play and the effect it could have on fellow Members. Groups of between four (4) and seven (7) guests require the approval of the Golf Chair. Please see paragraph #7 for speed of play information.
- Groups of 100 or more playing guests will only be permitted on Mondays with prior written approval from the Golf Committee and the Board of Directors. Please refer to the “Monday Outings” section of the golf rules for additional information.
- In the case of large approved events where guests cannot play in the company of a Member, the Member should play in the last foursome to ensure that proper etiquette and speed of play are maintained.
22. Golf Guests:
- Subject to the limitations below, Regular Members, Emeritus Regular Members, Associate Members, Senior Members, Honorary Regular Members, National Members, Junior Legacy Members, Junior Non-Legacy Members, Spousal Members with Golf Privileges, Spousal Senior Members with Golf Privileges, children with Senior Golf Privileges and Non-Resident Members may have playing guests, except that guests of a Non-Resident or Senior Member shall be limited to the Member's spouse, children, and spouses of children. Senior Members may also bring non-related guests on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
- All playing guests must be registered with the Starter prior to beginning play. Members are responsible for the conduct, appearance, etiquette and speed of play of their guests. It is the responsibility of the Member host to ensure that their guest does not arrive sooner than one hour before the Member and their guest departs the property with their host. However, under any circumstances, except for Member-Guest tournaments, each guest is limited to a maximum of 12 rounds per year.
- A golf guest is not entitled to play golf more than once in a 30 day period. The only exceptions to this rule are when participating in a Member-Guest tournament; residing outside of a 50 mile radius of the Club; spouse, children, a spouse of a child, a parent-in-law, grandparent or grandchild of a Regular Member, Emeritus Regular Member or Honorary Regular Member. Exceptions are subject to approval of the Golf Chair or Board of Directors.
- An Associate Member may have three (3) golf guests at any one time every thirty (30) days during the year. Refer also to paragraph #13 regarding eligibility for Member and Member-Guest Tournaments.
- A Non-Resident Member, and spouse, children, spouses of children, parents, grandparents, and grandchildren, may use the golf course 12 times per year upon payment of the Standard guest fees. Refer also to paragraph #13 regarding eligibility for Member and Member-Guest Tournaments.
- Children and spouses of children, parents, grandparents, and grandchildren of Regular Members, Emeritus Regular Members, National Members, Junior Legacy Members, Junior Non-Legacy Members, Honorary Regular Members or Spousal Members with Golf Privileges (other than children who have been approved for Golf Privileges) are allowed to be golf guests a maximum of 12 times per year, except as participants in Member-Guest tournaments, upon payment of reduced guest fees, as set forth below.
- Children with Junior or Intermediate privileges may not entertain guests unless approved by the Golf Professional Staff or Golf Chair.
- Guest Fees (per person):
- Standard (one to seven guests’ non-family) $175.00
- Nine holes (one to seven guests non-family) $87.50
- Winter months, when played on temporary greens (one to seven guests non-family) $87.50
- Weekday Outing (more than seven guests) $300.00
- Monday outings (pursuant to contract)
- Unescorted guests (unless otherwise provided at the discretion of the Golf Professional, Golf Chair or the Board of Directors) $450.00
- Spouse, children, a spouse of a child, a parent-in-law, grandparent or grandchild of a Regular, Emeritus Regular, Senior, Junior Legacy, Junior Non-Legacy, Honorary Regular, Spousal and Spousal Senior Members with Golf Privileges will pay half the standard guest fee.
- A House Member is not allowed use of the golf course, except as a guest of a Member pursuant to paragraph a. above, or unescorted upon payment of unescorted guest fees; and pursuant to the rules in paragraph #13 regarding eligibility for Member and Member-Guest Tournaments. All such occasions are subject to the 30-day limitation described in paragraph c. above.
Golf Outings:
Members should submit their requests in writing to the Golf Chair several months in advance.
Monday Outings
Please contact the Golf Chair for information regarding the minimum and maximum number of players. Once the outing is approved by the Board of Directors, a non-refundable $10,000.00 deposit is required to secure the requested date. A contract in the form prepared by the Club, must be signed by the Sponsor and an officer of the organization as a condition of holding the function.
Weekday Outings (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays)
- Limited to one outing per month during golf season, with exceptions approved by the Board of Directors.
- Limited to groups of 31 to 39 guests. Golfers may not tee off prior to 1:30PM without the approval of the Golf Chair.
- A signed weekday outing contract and a non-refundable $1,000.00 deposit are required to secure the outing date.
- The outing Sponsor must ensure that all guests are aware of all Golf and Club rules, and is responsible to enforce them.
The sponsoring Member must take an active role in planning the Monday and Weekday outings.
LOCKER RENTALS AND GOLF SHOP FEES:
1.
Golf locker rentals – Men’s Lockers: $115, $125 or $140 per locker, per year. Ladies’ Lockers: $80 per locker, per year.
2.
Applications for lockers should be made to the locker room attendant, subject to approval by the Golf Committee and/or the Golf Professional and will be subject to seniority. Locker rentals are payable annually in advance. Unless written notice to the contrary is given, Members will be considered as desiring to retain their lockers from year to year. Members who have lockers and are not able to make use of them are requested to relinquish them promptly. A refund of the unexpired fee will be made.
3.
Golf lessons should be arranged, in advance, with the Golf Professional.
4.
Golf bag and club handling service (bag tags, pick up, setup on carts, cleaning, and storage) – Annual fee of $175 per bag for Regular Members, Senior Members, Associate, Junior Legacy Members and Junior Non-Legacy Members, Spousal Members with Golf Privileges, Spousal Senior Members with Golf Privileges, Spouses with Golf Privileges and Children with Golf Privileges.
GOLF CART & PUSH CART RULES & RATES
Rules:
- Only Members and guests 60 years and older or those with a medical note shall be permitted to take a golf cart.
- No more than two people are permitted in carts at any time.
- Caddies and golfers are not permitted to ride on the back of carts.
- Cart information is posted daily on the patio bulletin board.
- Generally, carts are required to “scatter” (i.e., drive on fairways and rough with no prescribed restrictions).
- From time to time, carts will be required to be driven only in the rough, except to cross the fairways at right angles. In such circumstances, carts should not stop on fairways. Observe rules on the bulletin board or consult the Starter.
- Carts must not be driven within thirty feet (10 yards) of any green, from any direction.
- Golf cart usage is controlled by the Golf Professional and Starter. Carts are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Under no circumstances are golf carts permitted in the Club's automobile parking area or in the front entrance roadway circle.
- Golf carts may be used to drive to the Practice Range pursuant to rules issued by the Golf Committee.
- Golf carts are available when the course opens for play. Carts are to be returned no later than sunset.
- Observe all signs and guidelines used to direct cart traffic.
- Personal push carts are not allowed on Club property during the official golf season.
- Push Carts are never allowed on tees and greens.
Anyone violating the Golf Cart Rules faces such sanctions as may be imposed by the Golf Committee.
Rates:
9 Holes: $50.00 per cart or $25.00 per person, plus NJ Sales Tax
18 Holes: $100.00 per cart or $50.00 per person, plus NJ Sales Tax
Push Cart: NO CHARGE
SWIMMING POOL INFORMATION AND RULES
General:
The use of the swimming pools is available to most Members, their spouses, grandchildren and unmarried children living at home. The exception is that the pools are not available to House and Spousal House Members who have opted out of the Sports Activity Fee.
Guests:
All guests must be accompanied by a Member or Member’s spouse. It is the responsibility of the Member to ensure that the Member’s family and guests abide by the rules covering attire relating to the swimming pools (see the Attire section
here).
Members must register the names of all guests. A fee of $20 will be charged to the Member account for each guest. A Member is permitted to bring up to five guests at one time, and no guest may be invited more than five times during the year. If a Member wishes to bring more than five guests at one time, prior permission to do so must be granted from either the Pool Director or the Clubhouse Chair. Baby sitters and nannies are considered guests and they are therefore subject to all guest rules.
Rules:
- The pool will be open weekends only from Memorial Day through the last weekend in June. Thereafter, the pool will be open six days a week through the Labor Day weekend. Proper conduct is required of those using the pool. Members are responsible for the behavior of their children and their guests
- Regular pool hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10:00AM to 6:00PM, and Thursday and Sunday 11:00AM to 7:00PM. If Monday is a holiday, the pool will be closed on Tuesday.
- No one is allowed to use the pool when it is closed. The cooperation of parents is requested in this matter. The Club cannot assume responsibility for infractions of this rule.
- The Pool Director or Clubhouse Committee Chair determines whether or not the prevailing weather conditions require the closing or reopening of the pool at any time.
- Children must be potty trained in order to use Main Pool. Swim diapers are not permitted in the Main Pool. For those children using the Kiddie pool, swim diapers are required on all children not potty trained
- Children that are unable to swim on their own must be accompanied by a parent or competent guardian when they are in the water. The Pool Director or lifeguards may require young children to pass a deep-water test in order to ensure that they possess adequate swim skills before they will be permitted in the deep end of the pool.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- When using the Kiddie Pool, all children must be supervised by a Parent or Guardian.
- Under no circumstances will china or glassware be used for service at the swimming pool.
- Members are not permitted to bring food or beverages from outside the club for consumption while at the pool. All food and beverages must be purchased from the Snack Bar.
- The use of cell phones or other electronic devices for the purpose of making or receiving calls, text messages and emails is prohibited at the pool. The use of these devices is permitted in the pool locker rooms. Tablets may be used solely as a reading device.
- Music playing is prohibited throughout the Club, with the exception of quiet earbuds at the pool.
TENNIS INFORMATION AND RULES
General:
The use of the tennis courts is available to most Members, their spouses, grandchildren and unmarried children living at home. The exception is that the courts are not available to House and Spousal House Members who have opted out of the Sports Activity Fee.
Guests and Children:
All guests, and children under the age of 12, must be accompanied by a Member or Member’s spouse. Children are not allowed to run free in the court area while the courts are in use. It is the responsibility of the Member to ensure that the Member’s family and guests abide by the rules covering attire relating to the tennis courts (see Attire section
here).
Members must register the names of all guests. A fee of $20 will be charged to the Member account for each guest. A Member is permitted to bring up to three guests at one time, and no guest may be invited more than three times during the year. Players in sanctioned interclub events and tournaments are guests of the Club and are not subject to a guest fee.
1. Hours of Play
Courts are available for Member play from 8AM until dark subject to maintenance schedules. Courts are usually maintained at the beginning of the day and in the middle of the day. The courts may not be used during maintenance or while the nets are down. A Member may not raise the nets if they are down. The tennis season runs from late April to the end of October. The courts will not be available for play either before or after those dates.
2. Reservations:
Courts must be reserved in advance as determined by the tennis staff. Reservations that will not be used should be canceled promptly. Guests must be noted when making a reservation.
The tennis professionals may reserve courts in advance for lessons.
3. Tournaments and Special Events:
The dates of tournaments and special events are posted at the tennis pro shop, emailed to those on the Tennis mailing list, and are on the Club calendar. Children age 11 and under are not permitted to play in any Club Championships. Children age 12 and over may participate in Club Championships at the discretion of the Tennis Professional. Sign-up deadline for tournaments is two days prior to the event.
Mixers are run throughout the season, as announced, on Friday evenings, and weekend and holiday afternoons. Evening events are usually followed by a dinner.
4. Priorities of Play
Adults have priority over children, unless the children are playing on courts specifically assigned to them.
Scheduled tournaments and interclub matches have priority over all other play.
Saturday, Sunday and holiday mornings until noon are for adults only, unless a court is open.
Family play with at least one parent participating is considered as adult play except for weekend and holiday mornings.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children are not allowed to run free in the court area while the courts are in use.
5. Regular Events:
Monday:
Courts open to member play.
Tuesday:
Women’s team matches through noon in April, May and June.
Children in May and June from 4PM. to 6PM. on courts 2, 3 and 4.
Children in July and August – Courts 1, 2, 3 and 4 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM for Children’s Summer Program.
Wednesday:
Adult round robin play from 6PM until dark.
Children in May and June from 4PM to 6PM on courts 2, 3 and 4.
Children in July and August – Courts 1, 2, 3 and 4 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM for Children’s Summer Program.
Thursday:
Women’s team matches through noon in April, May and June.
Children in May and June from 4PM to 6PM on courts 2, 3 and 4.
Children in July and August – Courts 1, 2, 3 and 4 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM for Children’s Summer Program.
Friday:
Children in May and June from 4PM to 6PM on courts 2, 3 and 4.
Children in July and August – Courts 1, 2, 3 and 4 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM for Children’s Summer Program.
Saturday:
Adult round robin play 8:00AM through noon.
6. Use of Clubhouse and Facilities:
Members playing tennis may use the Clubhouse shower facilities and the Champions Grill, Overlook and bar facilities according to the limitations outlined in the ATTIRE section here.
7. Use of cell phones:
The use of cell phones or other electronic devices for making or receiving calls or text-messages is prohibited on the tennis courts and surrounding patio areas. The use of these devices is permitted in the tennis rest rooms only.
8. Member’s Entry Fee:
A fee will be charged to all persons who participate in tournaments and organized events.
PLATFORM TENNIS INFORMATION AND RULES
General:
The use of the platform tennis courts is available to most Members, their spouses, grandchildren and unmarried children living at home. The exception is that the courts are not available to House and Spousal House Members who have opted out of the Sports Activity Fee.
Guests and Children:
All guests, and children under the age of 12, must be accompanied by a Member or Member’s spouse. It is the responsibility of the Member to ensure that the Member’s family and guests abide by the rules covering attire relating to the platform tennis courts (see Attire section
here).
Members must register the names of all guests. A fee of $20 will be charged to the Member account for each guest. A Member is permitted to bring up to three guests at one time, and no guest may be invited more than three times during the year. Players in sanctioned interclub events and tournaments are guests of the Club and are not subject to a guest fee.
- Hours of Play: Courts are available for Member play from 8:00AM until 10:30PM (subject to proper maintenance). Court lights must be turned off by 10:45PM. The courts may only be used when the nets are in position. Members may not raise the nets into position if they are down. The official platform tennis season runs from October through March.
- Reservations: Courts must be reserved in advance as determined by the tennis staff. Reservations that will not be used should be canceled promptly. Guests must be noted when making the reservation. Scheduled team matches and tournaments have preference over all other play.
- Tournaments and Special Events: The dates of tournaments and special events are posted in the Paddle Hut, on the Club calendar, and are emailed to those on the Paddle mailing list. Children of Members are not permitted to play in any tournaments except the Club Championships. Tournaments usually played throughout the season are the Club Championships for men, women and mixed, and men’s and women’s Member Guests, as well as men’s 50+ and 60+ (seniors and super seniors). In addition, monthly social mixer events are scheduled.
- Regular Events (subject to change):
- Sunday: Men’s Interclub matches from 9AM through noon. Unused courts may be used for round robin play through noon.
- Tuesday: Women’s teams.
- Wednesday: Women’s teams and round robin play from 7PM. to 10:30PM.
- Saturday: Men’s teams from 9AM through noon from October through December. Unused courts may be used for round robin play through noon.
- Note: Team matches and tournaments have priority over other play.
- Non-Club Sponsored Play: Use of the Paddle Tennis Facilities for non-club sponsored play requires written approval of the Board of Directors at least 30 days prior to the event. The Member wishing to sponsor the event must submit a written request to the Racquets Chair with all pertinent information. The Paddle Hut and courts may be reserved for exclusive use for a $175 fee. Regular guest fees will apply.
- Use of Clubhouse and Facilities: Members playing paddle tennis or pickleball may use the clubhouse shower facilities and the Champions Grill and bar facilities according to the limitations outlined in the ATTIRE section here.
- Cell phones: The use of cell phones or other electronic devices for the purpose of making or receiving calls, text messages and emails is prohibited on the paddle courts, paddle deck and in the paddle hut. The use of these devices is permitted only parked cars, the clubhouse locker rooms or the rest rooms located at the tennis center.
- Member’s Entry Fee: A fee will be charged to all persons who participate in tournaments and organized events.
The safety of our employees, Members and guests is our paramount concern.
The Lightning Detection and Warning System sounds a CONTINUOUS HI-LO warning signal when there is lightning in the area. The period of alert is a minimum of 30 minutes but may be longer if lightning remains in the area. The period of alert will remain in effect until the ALL CLEAR sounds - a CONTINUOUS STEADY TONE. All Members, guests, caddies and employees must leave the golf course and other outdoor areas immediately and seek shelter. There are no exceptions.
Caddies are specifically instructed to leave the course or seek shelter when the alarm sounds. Failure to do so will result in suspension or termination. Caddies who leave the course or seek shelter as required and are not accompanied by their golfers will be paid by the Caddy Master and the Member billed for reimbursement.
The following advice relates to specific areas of the Club:
GOLF COURSE, RANGE AND PUTTING AREA
All play must stop immediately when the alarm sounds. Players and caddies must return to the Clubhouse or go to the shelters at 7 East tee, between 5 West and 7 West fairways, the rest room facilities at 2 Center or the Greens and Grounds complex. Club employees will not bring players back from the course once the alarm sounds.
CLUBHOUSE
The Valet Parking service will be suspended when the alarm sounds and remain suspended until the ALL CLEAR sounds. Members may retrieve their cars at their own risk.
TENNIS, PADDLE TENNIS AND SWIMMING POOL
All Members and guests must leave the area immediately when the alarm sounds, take shelter in the Clubhouse and not return until the ALL CLEAR sounds.
All infractions of this policy will be reported and disciplinary action may be taken.