Presidio Golf Course

What Presidio Golf Course does

Presidio Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf facility situated within the San Francisco Presidio National Park Site, established in 1895 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1962. Owned and stewarded by the Presidio Trust, a federal agency created by Congress in 1996, with day-to-day operations managed by KemperSports, the course operates as a single-asset venue serving individual public golfers, SF City residents (at discounted rates), military and veterans, juniors, high school and college teams, corporate groups, and tournament/event clients. The integrated offering comprises the 6,481-yard par-72 course, a Pro Shop, Ironwoods Bar & Grill restaurant, practice facilities (driving range, putting green, chipping green), and a dedicated 18-hole practice putting area, all anchored by five PGA Class "A" instructors and the largest women's golf club in Northern California.

Revenue is generated across nine distinct streams: green fees and cart rentals (segmented by residency, day-part, and twilight tiers), food and beverage, golf instruction (private, semi-private, group, and academy formats), pro shop merchandise, Presidio Players Club membership subscriptions, corporate tournaments and private events, driving range buckets and range cards, authorised custom club fitting (Callaway, Mizuno, Ping, TaylorMade, Titleist), and junior golf camps/programmes. Pricing is publicly disclosed with per-round rates ranging from $25 (junior) and $40 (super twilight) up to $150 (non-resident weekend with cart, peak season), plus a 3% park fee; instruction ranges from $125 to $325 per session, and full-day junior camps list at $1,495. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through presidiogolf.com, an online booking engine (presidio.cps.golf), phone reservations, and event-sales channels, supported by social media, email, and partnerships with PGA of America programmes (PGA HOPE, PGA REACH, NCPGA).

The underlying technology stack is conventional for the golf facility category: Club Prophet Systems for tee-time booking and gift cards, PayByPhone for parking, Google Analytics for web metrics, and OpenTable/Yelp for restaurant reservations. Instruction is supported by a Skillset Video Analysis platform and a Foresight Launch Monitor, and the venue operates a golf simulator for entertainment and events. The course carries no AI/ML capabilities, no proprietary software, and no developer-facing APIs; its principal differentiators are regulatory (National Historic Landmark status, Presidio Trust stewardship), intangible (brand heritage dating to 1895), and human-capital (five tenured PGA Class A instructors with industry recognition).

Name

Presidio Golf Course

Legal name

Presidio Golf Course

Website

https://presidiogolf.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1895

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Presidio Golf Course is a single 18-hole public golf course in San Francisco's Presidio National Park, established 1895 and federally stewarded by the Presidio Trust. It serves residents, tourists, military, juniors, and corporate groups through green fees, instruction, F&B, club fitting, and events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Golf Course and Golf Facilities

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

Keywords

• Public golf course
• Golf instruction services
• Club fitting services
• Golf tournaments events
• Golf practice facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

San Francisco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Greens Fees & Cart Rentals: Primary revenue stream from green fees charged to public golfers, with options for walking or cart-assisted play. Rates vary by residency status (SF City vs. Non-Resident), day of week, and time of day (regular, twilight, super twilight).
2. Food & Beverage (Ironwoods Bar & Grill): On-site restaurant and bar serving casual American fare, all-day breakfast, brunch, and happy hour. Revenue from food sales, alcoholic beverages, and catering for events.
3. Golf Instruction: PGA-certified instructors provide private, semi-private, and group lessons for golfers of all ages and skill levels. Revenue from lesson fees ranging from $125-$325 depending on instructor and duration.
4. Pro Shop & Merchandise: Fully stocked golf shop featuring equipment, apparel, and accessories. Merchandise sales include clubs and accessories.
5. Membership (Presidio Players Club): Membership program offering exclusive benefits including advance tee time reservations, SF City green fee rates, rewards points, tournaments, and social events. Points can be redeemed for free golf, merchandise, and food/beverage.
6. Tournaments & Corporate Events: Corporate outings, charity tournaments, weddings, and private events. Revenue from event services including planning, catering, and venue rental.
7. Driving Range: Practice facility with range balls sold by bucket size. Range cards available for purchase with bonus value (e.g., $99 card = $130 value).
8. Club Fitting Services: Custom club fitting for Callaway, Mizuno, Ping, and TaylorMade brands. Fitting sessions range from $90-$175, with discounts when purchasing clubs.
9. Junior Golf Camps: Summer camps for juniors ages 6-17, including half-day ($795) and full-day ($1,495) options. Includes instruction, practice, lunch, and course play.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Presidio Golf Course operates an 18-hole public golf course (6,500 yards, par 72) situated within San Francisco's Presidio National Park Site. The facility offers greens fees and cart rentals, a fully stocked Pro Shop, PGA-certified instruction across private and group lessons, custom club fitting services, practice facilities including a driving range, on-site dining at Ironwoods Bar & Grill, and tournament and event hosting services including weddings.

Product overview

Presidio Golf Course is a traditional public golf facility offering a single integrated golfing experience rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core product is the 18-hole public golf course with supporting services including a Pro Shop, Ironwoods Bar & Grill restaurant, and practice facilities. Additional offerings include golf instruction, tournaments, custom club fitting, and various programs (Junior Golf Camps, Get Golf Ready, PGA HOPE). The Presidio Players Club provides a membership tier with advance booking privileges and rewards. Weddings and events are hosted at the Clubhouse venue.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Presidio Players Club: Membership program fostering an inclusive community of golfers focused on promoting participation in public golf. Provides exclusive benefits, a rewards program, and opportunities to engage with a passionate golf community.
• Presidio Junior Golf Camps
• PGA Hope

Products and services

• 18-Hole Public Golf Course An 18-hole public golf course playing 6,481 yards from the black tees, par 72, designed with tight fairways and strategically placed bunkers, situated in San Francisco's Presidio National Park. Features hilly terrain winding through Eucalyptus and Monterey Pine trees with views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Open to all golfers of any skill level, with greens fees varying by residency, day, and time of day.
• Golf Instruction
• Custom Golf Club Fitting
• Practice Facilities and Driving Range
• Ironwoods Bar & Grill
• Tournaments and Team Building
• Weddings and Private Events
• Junior Golf Camps
• Get Golf Ready Program
• PGA HOPE Program
• Presidio Players Club Membership
• Pro Shop and Merchandise

Quantifiable outcome

• 35,000+ golf lessons taught by instructor Dan Schwabe
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Callaway GolfcoreTechnology or IntegrationPresidio Golf Course is an Authorized Custom Fitting Center for Callaway clubs. Provides custom fitting services using launch monitor technology and video analysis to match clubs to individual golfer swings.
• MizunocoreTechnology or IntegrationPresidio Golf Course is an Authorized Custom Fitting Center for Mizuno clubs, offering fittings rooted in the refined procedures of their Yoro, Japan artisan factory.
• PingcoreTechnology or IntegrationPresidio Golf Course is an Authorized Custom Fitting Center for Ping clubs, providing fitting services for the complete Ping product line.
• TaylorMadecoreTechnology or IntegrationPresidio Golf Course is an Authorized Custom Fitting Center for TaylorMade clubs and hosts TaylorMade Tour Truck events for premium fitting experiences with access to over 2,000 shaft and grip combinations.
• TitleistcoreTechnology or IntegrationPresidio Golf Course hosts Titleist Custom Fitting Experiences, providing Tour-quality fitting with Titleist Fitting Specialists and advanced technology.
• OpenTableminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRestaurant reservation platform used for Ironwoods Bar & Grill dining reservations.
• YelpminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party review and restaurant reservation platform for Ironwoods Bar & Grill.
• Club Prophet SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party tee time booking engine used for online reservations. Collects customer information including email, name, address, and preferences.
• Standard Deviant BrewingminorOthersLocal craft brewery featured during SF Beer Week events at Presidio Golf Course.
• Farmers BrewingminorOthersLocal craft brewery featured during SF Beer Week events at Presidio Golf Course.
• Trumer BrewingminorOthersLocal craft brewery featured during SF Beer Week events at Presidio Golf Course.
• Coastal Junior Golf FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization founded by instructor Dan Schwabe and his wife to give children opportunities to learn golf. Supports junior golf development programs.
• Presidio TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal agency that manages the Presidio National Park. The Presidio Trust created in 1996 oversees the golf course property and its operations within the national park site.
• PGA of America / PGA REACH / NCPGAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliation with PGA of America through PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) program and NCPGA Section. Host facility for Northern California PGA HOPE Program for veterans.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sharp Park Golf Course: Public municipal course in Pacifica operated by San Francisco. Competes directly for SF-area public golfers with similar municipal ownership structure and recreational positioning.
• TPC Harding Park: San Francisco public golf course operated by the City of San Francisco. Closest direct geographic competitor with similar municipal/heritage positioning and public-access business model.
• Lincoln Park Golf Course: San Francisco public municipal course with coastal/ocean views. Competes for the same San Francisco recreational golfer and tourist segments as Presidio.
• Pebble Beach Golf Links: Iconic California public-access resort course with heritage status and premium pricing. Directly comparable as a destination public golf course with national park-adjacent scenery, strong instruction programs, and event-hosting capabilities.
• Lake Merced Golf Club: Private club in San Francisco adjacent to Lake Merced. Comparable Bay Area heritage golf venue serving similar customer demographics and hosting similar tournament formats.

Broad incumbents

• KemperSports: Third-party hospitality management company that operates Presidio Golf Course on behalf of the Presidio Trust. Relevant as the operator and as a broad incumbent managing many public and private golf facilities nationwide.

Regional players

• Half Moon Bay Golf Links: Northern California public resort course with two 18-hole layouts. Competes for Bay Area corporate outing, tournament, and tourist segments with comparable premium pricing.
• Pasatiempo Golf Club: Alister MacKenzie-designed Northern California public course with heritage status. Comparable as a destination public heritage course targeting serious golfers and corporate events.
• Olympic Club: Historic San Francisco private athletic club with multiple golf courses hosting major USGA championships. Comparable Bay Area heritage sports venue with event-hosting and instruction programs.

Emerging players

• Topgolf: Tech-enabled golf entertainment venue chain offering simulator bays, food/beverage, and casual group play. Emerging competitor drawing casual players, corporate events, and younger demographics away from traditional public courses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCYbVDbw5ODPcxg56WC2Zc9Q
• Facebookfacebook.com/PresidioGolf
• Instagraminstagram.com/presidiogc_events
• Xx.com/GolfPresidio
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/presidio-golf-shop

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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