Country Hills Golf Club

What Country Hills Golf Club does

Country Hills Golf Club is a private, not-for-profit equity membership golf club in Calgary, Alberta, operating two 18-hole championship courses — The Ridge (a David Bennet–designed parkland course opened in 1990) and The Talons (a Thomas McBroom–designed links-style course opened in 1992 and subsequently redeveloped for $6 million) — across a single 36-hole facility in the Sandstone Valley near Calgary International Airport. The 36,000 square foot clubhouse (completed 1999) anchors a comprehensive on-site experience that includes multiple event venues, two dining outlets (Spike Lounge and Links Lounge), a PGA Pro–staffed pro shop and Nest Fitting Centre, four Foresight Golf Simulators with infrared swing analysis, and extensive practice facilities (driving range, three putting greens, chipping area, sand bunkers).

Revenue is generated through several streams: recurring equity and intermediate membership dues (Equity, Invitational, and sold-out-for-2026 Young Professional tiers) tied to approximately 850 shareholder members; event hosting and catering for weddings, corporate events, and tournaments; pro shop retail and personalized fitting; corporate merchandise services via direct B2B account management; and year-round dining and beverage. The business is structured as a not-for-profit equity membership organization with no parent company, no public listing, and no disclosed external funding; pricing is not publicly posted and is negotiated through Membership Services. Customers are primarily affluent Calgary golfers, families, and business professionals, with secondary demand from corporate event planners and merchandise buyers; the club also runs a partnership and tournament marketing program hosting events such as the Mackenzie Tour's ATB Financial Classic and PGA of Canada Championship to reinforce premium positioning.

The technology stack is conventional for a private club: a Liferay-based member portal and public website with digital course maps and drone flyovers, plus infrared and high-speed-camera instrumentation in the simulators and fitting centre for swing and ball-flight measurement. The model is not technology-native; competitive differentiation stems from the equity community structure, low member-to-hole ratio, location, capital reinvestment (the Talons redevelopment, simulators, fitting centre, and corporate merchandise buildout), and tournament hosting rather than from proprietary AI or software assets.

Name

Country Hills Golf Club

Legal name

Country Hills Golf Club

Website

https://countryhills.ab.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Country Hills Golf Club operates a private, not-for-profit equity membership golf facility in Calgary, Alberta, offering 36 holes across two 18-hole championship courses plus a 36,000 sq ft clubhouse, dining, simulators, fitting centre, and event services. It serves roughly 850 shareholder members, families, business professionals, and corporate event and merchandise clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Golf Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Motorsports Leagues & Series (MPAKAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs) (MPAKABAE), Golf Clubs & Club Fitting Retail (CRAMAGAA), Golf Apparel Retail (Men’s/Women’s/Youth) (CRAMAGAD)

Keywords

• Private golf membership
• Championship golf courses
• Corporate golf events
• Golf instruction services
• Club fitting services

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

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. Equity Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from equity shareholders (850 shareholder members with full golf access). Equity Members enjoy first booking privileges, unlimited play, and can extend privileges to family members. Transferable membership provides recurring annual revenue.
2. Invitational and Young Professional Memberships: Intermediate membership tiers (Young Professional for ages 35 and under, Invitational for testing the club) with fees that can be applied toward Equity Membership.
3. Event Hosting and Catering: Revenue from hosting weddings, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, corporate affairs, private gatherings, and golf tournaments. Services available to members and non-members alike.
4. Pro Shop Retail: Sales of golf apparel, gear, and accessories from top brands including Nike Golf, Adidas AdiPure, Under Armour, PING, Tribal, Linksoul. Also includes personalized fitting services.
5. Corporate Merchandise Services: Customized promotional products and branded merchandise for corporate clients, tournament clients, and community members. No minimums, logo included in pricing, door-to-door delivery.
6. Dining and Beverage: Revenue from Spike Lounge (casual) and Links Lounge (upscale) dining experiences, available to members and invited guests 7 days a week. Curated by Red Seal Chefs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Country Hills Golf Club is a private, not-for-profit equity membership golf club operating two 18-hole championship courses (The Ridge and The Talons) in Calgary, Alberta. The club provides a 36,000 sq ft clubhouse with dining venues, a pro shop, the Nest Fitting Centre, practice facilities, Foresight golf simulators, PGA of Canada instruction, and hosts corporate events, weddings, and tournaments.

Product overview

Country Hills Golf Club is a private member's golf club in Calgary, Alberta offering 36 holes across two distinct 18-hole championship courses—The Ridge Golf Course (a parkland-style course designed by David Bennet, opened 1990) and The Talons Golf Course (a links-style course redeveloped by Thomas McBroom in 2019). The club provides a comprehensive golf lifestyle experience through its 36,000 square foot clubhouse featuring two dining venues (Spike Lounge and Links Lounge), a PGA Pro-staffed Pro Shop, the Nest Fitting Centre for club fitting, four Foresight Golf Simulators for year-round practice, and extensive practice facilities including a driving range, putting greens, chipping area, and sand bunkers. The club offers three membership tiers—Equity, Invitational, and Young Professional—alongside services including corporate merchandise, event hosting (weddings, corporate events, tournaments), and professional golf instruction. With 850 shareholder members and a not-for-profit equity membership model, the club positions itself as an inclusive community centred on a shared passion for golf.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Ridge Golf Course: 18-hole championship parkland course designed by David Bennet, opened in August 1990. Features scenic cliff views, valley terrain, and winds along Nose Creek with trees including elm, birch, spruce, pine, and aspens.
• The Talons Golf Course
• The Spike Lounge
• The Links Lounge
• The Nest Fitting Centre
• Country Hills Golf Club Corporate Merchandise

Products and services

• The Ridge Golf Course One of two 18-hole championship courses at Country Hills Golf Club, available to members and event guests.
• The Talons Golf Course Second 18-hole championship course at the club, providing variety and reduced member-to-hole ratios for Calgary members.
• Clubhouse 36,000 sq ft clubhouse facility housing dining venues, lounges, the pro shop, and the Nest Fitting Centre for member and guest use.
• Foresight Golf Simulators Indoor golf simulators using infrared tracking technology for swing analysis and indoor play, available to members.
• Nest Fitting Centre On-site golf club fitting service providing custom equipment fitting to members.
• Practice Facilities On-course and off-course practice areas for member practice and warm-up.
• Pro Shop Retail pro shop selling golf equipment, apparel, and accessories to members and guests.
• Equity Membership Full equity membership tier granting shareholders ownership stake and full access to the club's facilities.
• Invitational Membership Alternative membership tier offering club access without full equity ownership.
• Young Professional Membership Membership tier targeting young professionals aged 35 and under with adjusted pricing/terms.
• Corporate Merchandise Services B2B service producing corporate-branded golf merchandise for businesses such as Blackstone Industrial.
• Meetings & Events Services Event hosting services including weddings, corporate events, and tournaments using the Ridge Room, Boardroom, and full club facilities.
• Golf Instruction & Lessons PGA of Canada certified golf instruction and private lessons delivered by teaching professionals including John Randle.
• Spike Lounge Casual clubhouse lounge and dining venue for members and guests.
• Links Lounge Clubhouse lounge venue for casual member dining and socializing.
• Ridge Room Event space used for weddings, corporate functions, and private events.
• The Boardroom Private meeting room available for corporate meetings and small business gatherings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Lowest member-to-hole ratio in Calgary
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Foresight SportscoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of four Foresight Golf Simulators enabling year-round practice and swing analysis. Uses infrared tracking and high-speed camera technology for detailed ball and club data measurement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Royal Mayfair Golf Club: Premier private golf club in Edmonton, Alberta, with championship 18-hole course and full clubhouse amenities. Comparable to Country Hills' elite private-club positioning but operates in a separate Alberta metropolitan market.
• Predator Ridge Resort: Two-course golf resort community in Vernon, British Columbia, offering private and resort-style membership tiers. Comparable full-amenity golf lifestyle offering and multi-course operation, but operating in a different provincial market.

Direct peers

• Calgary Golf & Country Club: Historic private member club in Calgary offering 18-hole championship golf and full clubhouse services. Direct competitor for equity memberships and corporate entertainment dollars in the Calgary market.
• SilverTip Resort: Resort-style golf club in Canmore, Alberta, offering a championship course and full clubhouse amenities. Comparable high-end golf experience and Alberta market presence, with a stronger destination/resort flavor than Country Hills.
• Kananaskis Country Golf Course: Publicly accessible but premium alpine golf facility in Kananaskis Country, Alberta, with two 18-hole courses. Comparable two-course scale and Alberta Rockies-region positioning, but operates a public rather than private member model.
• Pinebrook Golf & Country Club: Calgary-area private golf and country club offering 18-hole championship golf, dining, and event hosting. Comparable product offering and target member base, though typically smaller scale than Country Hills' 36-hole facility.
• Glencoe Golf & Country Club: Calgary-based private member-owned golf and country club with championship golf, dining, and event hosting. Most direct local peer — competes for the same affluent Calgary membership base with similar full-service club amenities.
• Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club: Private member club near Canmore, Alberta, with a championship course and full club amenities. Comparable premium positioning and membership model, though more resort-adjacent given its proximity to the Rockies.
• Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club: Private equity member club southwest of Calgary with two 18-hole courses and full club amenities. Comparable in scale and member-owned equity structure, competing for the same regional membership pool.

Emerging players

• Tobiano Golf Course: Championship 18-hole course in Kamloops, BC, designed by Thomas McBroom — the same architect behind Country Hills' Talons Course. Comparable high-design pedigree and western Canadian premium-golf positioning, though smaller in scale and newer to private-club membership models.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/countryhillsgc
• Facebookfacebook.com/CountryHillsGC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/country-hills-golf-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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