What Rolling Hills Country Club does

Rolling Hills Country Club (RHCC) is a member-owned private golf and country club founded in 1965 by Omer K. Tingle, located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula in Rolling Hills Estates, California, less than an hour from Los Angeles. The club operates a subscription-based membership model requiring proposal or invitation from existing members and charges undisclosed dues, with revenue drawn from four primary streams: recurring membership dues, wedding and special-event hosting, fine and casual dining services, and golf instruction through the Rolling Hills Golf Academy. Facility-scale infrastructure includes an 18-hole, 7,090-yard championship golf course designed by world-renowned architect David McLay Kidd in the traditional Scottish links style on sand-based terrain (opened 2018), a 70,000 sq ft clubhouse designed by Robert Altevers, a 400-yard double-sided driving range, a 1-acre putting course, indoor instruction studio, junior Olympic and lap pools, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness and spa facilities, and Kids Club programming.

The customer base is concentrated among high-net-worth individuals and families in Southern California's South Bay area, segmented into primary personas (Golf Enthusiasts, Family-Oriented Members) and use-case segments (Event Hosts, Culinary/Social Members). Distribution is direct, with a Director of Membership Sales managing inbound inquiries and a Director of Catering & Events handling wedding and event bookings. Marketing is relationship-driven: proposal-based membership referrals, hosted championship events (2018 PAC-12 Men's Golf Championship, 2023 124th SCGA Amateur Championship), recurring charity tournaments with the LA Chargers and LA Galaxy Foundation, and earned media in Golf Digest, Golfweek, and Golf Channel.

Strategic positioning centers on a championship asset base that is architecturally and operationally difficult to replicate (David McLay Kidd-designed course; Robert Altevers clubhouse), credentialed instruction talent (Golf Digest-recognized teachers, Golf Channel host Devan Bonebrake), and integration with the Toll Brothers-built "Residences" residential enclave, which combines primary-residence ownership with club membership. The club is privately held with no institutional investment or acquisition activity disclosed, and revenue figures are not publicly reported.

Name

Rolling Hills Country Club

Legal name

Rolling Hills Country Club

Website

https://rollinghillscc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Rolling Hills Country Club is a member-owned private golf and country club in Rolling Hills Estates, California, featuring a 2018 David McLay Kidd-designed championship course, a 70,000 sq ft clubhouse, and invitation-based membership serving high-net-worth families in the Southern California South Bay.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Golf and Country Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs) (MPAKABAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

Keywords

• Private golf club
• Country club membership
• Championship golf course
• Wedding event venue
• Golf instruction academy

Headquarters

HQ city

Rolling Hills Estates

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Private membership fees providing access to golf course, clubhouse, dining, fitness, tennis, aquatic center, and other amenities. Membership is the core revenue driver for the club.
2. Wedding and Event Hosting: Revenue from hosting weddings, special events, corporate gatherings, and celebrations in the club's indoor and outdoor event spaces with catering and event planning services.
3. Fine Dining and Culinary Services: Restaurant and dining services including fine dining, casual fare, private dining areas, and outdoor lounge dining with Los Angeles skyline views.
4. Golf Instruction and Academy Programs: Private instruction, junior golf programs, and golf academy services utilizing advanced technology for instruction including Trackman, V1 Video Analysis, and SAM Putt Lab.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Rolling Hills Country Club is a member-owned private golf and country club offering access to an 18-hole David McLay Kidd-designed championship golf course (7,090 yards), extensive practice facilities, indoor performance studio, the Rolling Hills Golf Academy, a 70,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with dining, fitness, spa, tennis/pickleball, aquatic center, and Kids Club, plus wedding and event hosting. All amenities are delivered through private membership, supplemented by fee-based event, dining, and instructional services.

Product overview

Rolling Hills Country Club is a member-owned private golf and country club offering a unified lifestyle experience. The core offering centers on the David McLay Kidd-designed 18-hole championship golf course (7,090 yards, opened 2018) complemented by extensive practice facilities including driving range, putting green, and short game area. The 70,000 sq. ft. clubhouse provides dining, fitness, aquatic, tennis/pickleball, and wellness amenities. Event services encompass golf course weddings and celebrations. Family programming includes Kids Club and junior sports programs. All facilities are accessible through private membership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Championship Golf Course 18-hole, 7,090-yard championship golf course designed by David McLay Kidd in traditional Scottish links style with sand-based terrain, open fairways, and contoured greens. Accessible to members and their guests as the club's centerpiece amenity.
• Practice Facilities Full-length double-sided driving range (400 yards long, 120 yards wide) with nine regulation greens, a 1-acre 18-hole putting green called 'The Hills,' and short game practice area with chipping and bunker facilities for members and guests.
• Indoor Golf Facility Indoor facility offering Pro V1 practice balls, Trackman Launch Monitor, V1 Video Analysis system, Boditrak pressure plate, and SAM Putt Lab for swing and putting analysis, used by members and academy students.
• Rolling Hills Golf Academy Private golf instruction and junior golf programs using high-tech computerized video analysis, delivered by PGA-certified instructors including Golf Digest Best Young Teachers, available to members and their juniors.
• Clubhouse & Amenities 70,000 sq. ft. clubhouse designed by Robert Altevers featuring resort-style pools (junior Olympic and 6-lane adult lap), state-of-the-art athletic facility, spa and wellness center, and elegant event spaces for member use.
• Fine Dining & Culinary Services Fine dining restaurant with refined cuisine and Los Angeles skyline views, featuring showcase kitchen, outdoor lounge, private dining areas, wine cellar, and casual fare options for members and event guests.
• Weddings & Events Wedding and event venue services including outdoor ceremonies on the golf course, indoor and outdoor receptions, full-service catering, event planning, and customizable packages for intimate gatherings and large celebrations, available to members and outside event hosts.
• Tennis, Pickleball & Sports Facilities Lighted tennis courts for year-round play with professional instruction, plus pickleball, basketball, bocce, and shuffleboard courts available to members and their families.
• Kids Club & Family Programs Kids Club offering arts, crafts, games, and reading activities, plus junior programs for golf, tennis, swimming, and fitness, serving member families with children.
• Private Membership Member-owned private country club offering access to championship golf, driving range, practice facilities, tennis/pickleball, athletic facility, aquatic center, spa, fine dining, and event spaces via invitation or proposal-based membership.

Quantifiable outcome

• Course opened in 2018 and has grown into 'something close to golfing perfection' according to architect David McLay Kidd
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• LA ChargerscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2019LA Chargers partnered with Rolling Hills Country Club to host the Annual Chargers Invitational Golf Tournament benefiting Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. The partnership has generated significant charitable donations exceeding $215,000. Events have included multiple years (2019, 2023, 2024) of the invitational tournament.
• LA GalaxycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2019LA Galaxy Foundation golf tournament hosted at RHCC benefiting the LA Galaxy Champion Project, raising over $215,000 in 2019. The partnership supports the club's community engagement and charitable initiatives.
• Children's Hospital of Los AngelescoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2019Charitable beneficiary of the LA Chargers Invitational Golf Tournament hosted at RHCC. Partnership provides significant fundraising for the hospital's programs and services.
• USC AthleticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRHCC is the official home course for USC men's and women's golf teams. The partnership includes hosting the 2018 PAC-12 Men's Golf Championships where USC captured the title. USC Trojans use the facility for training and competition.
• Toll BrothersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerToll Brothers developed 'The Residences,' a luxury 114-home enclave within Rolling Hills Country Club, winner of 'Home of the Year' award. The development combines residential living with club membership access.
• Southern California Golf Association (SCGA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerSCGA hosted the 124th Amateur Championship at RHCC in July-August 2023. RHCC member Greyson Leach won the championship at his home course. SCGA is the governing body for amateur golf in Southern California.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/rolling_hillscc
• Facebookfacebook.com/117715861639781
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rolling-hills-country-club-of-palos-verdes

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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