Point O'Woods

What Point O'Woods does

Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club is a private, member-owned country club founded in 1954 and headquartered at 1516 Roslin Road, Benton Harbor, Michigan. The club's foundational asset is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. that opened in 1958, complemented by a turf driving range, a five-acre short game area, heated swimming pool with diving bay, two tennis courts, four pickleball courts, and six dining venues (RTJ Bar & Grille, Founders Room, Copper Lounge, Southwest Grill, and The Shack). The club has hosted the Western Amateur since 1963, welcoming legends including Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Phil Mickelson, and Tiger Woods, and runs a caddie program that has produced 37 Evans Scholars through the Western Golf Association partnership.

The business operates on a membership-driven revenue model with six tiers — Regular Golf, Regional, National, Junior (ages 21-40), Corporate (2-5 employees), and Family Recreational — all billed annually. Additional revenue comes from greens fees on Regional/National play, transaction-based spend across multiple dining outlets, private event hosting for member-sponsored functions, and event sponsorships tied to the newly launched Jim DeLapa Collegiate (2025-2028), a 15-team Division 1 tournament whose proceeds benefit the Point O' Woods Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable affiliate. All access is gated: members and their sponsored guests only, with prospective members routed through the Membership Office and an online inquiry form.

Distribution is wholly private and referral-based, leveraging earned media from tournament coverage in Golf Digest, Golf Channel, and Golfweek, the club's website, and member word-of-mouth. The technology stack is limited to Clubessential club management software for member login and website functionality. There is no public revenue disclosure, no headcount figure, and no public ownership or parent-company structure; the club operates as an independent private entity.

Name

Point O'Woods

Legal name

Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club

Website

https://pointowoods.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club is a private, member-owned country club in Benton Harbor, Michigan, offering championship golf on a Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed course alongside dining, aquatics, racquets, and event facilities to dues-paying families, individuals, and corporate members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Country Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Venue-Owned/Operated Event Organizers (In-House Promoters) (MPAKADAI)

Keywords

• Private country club
• Championship golf course
• Golf membership dues
• Country club dining
• Racquets and aquatics

Headquarters

HQ city

Benton Harbor

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Golf Membership Dues: The club generates primary revenue through various golf membership categories including Regular Golf Membership, Regional Membership, National Membership, Junior Membership (ages 21-40), and Corporate Membership. All golf memberships provide full family privileges and unlimited access to golf and club amenities.
2. Family Recreational Membership Dues: Family Recreational Membership provides full family access to dining, social events, swimming, tennis, and pickleball facilities. This non-golf membership category generates recurring subscription revenue.
3. Dining Services: The club operates multiple dining venues including the RTJ Bar & Grille, Founders Room, Copper Lounge, Southwest Grill (seasonal), and The Shack (poolside). Members pay for dining experiences at these venues.
4. Golf Guest Fees: The club generates revenue from guest golf, including greens fees for Regional and National members who are subject to applicable greens fees. All golf activities at the club are restricted to members and their sponsored guests.
5. Collegiate Event Sponsorships: The Jim DeLapa Collegiate event offers sponsorship opportunities from exclusive Eagle sponsorships to custom involvement opportunities. All contributions benefit the Point O' Woods Educational Foundation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Point O' Woods is a private, member-owned country club providing access to a Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed 18-hole championship golf course, multiple dining venues, aquatics facilities, tennis and pickleball courts, and private event hosting. Access is gated by membership categories (Regular Golf, Regional, National, Junior, Corporate, and Family Recreational), with all guests required to be sponsored by a current member.

Product overview

Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club is a private country club offering a unified membership experience centered around championship golf. The core offering includes an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed golf course, complemented by multiple dining venues (RTJ Bar & Grille, Founders Room, Copper Lounge, Southwest Grill, and The Shack), aquatics facilities (heated pool with diving bay and tot dock), and racquets programming (tennis and pickleball courts). The club also hosts private events and special occasions, and offers structured golf instruction programs for men, women, juniors, and teens. Two branded sub-initiatives extend the club's reach: the Jim DeLapa Collegiate (a premier collegiate golf tournament launching 2025) and the POW Educational Foundation (a 501(c)(3) scholarship organization). Membership programs range from full golf access to family recreational options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 18-Hole Championship Golf Course An 18-hole championship golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., opened in 1958, known for hosting the Western Amateur and welcoming golf legends. Available exclusively to members and their sponsored guests.
• RTJ Bar & Grille A relaxed gathering place offering casual dining, cocktails, and conversation with views of the club's grounds, available to members and their sponsored guests.
• Founders Room A warm and inviting dining space where members can enjoy relaxed meals and conversation in a timeless atmosphere.
• Copper Lounge A relaxed social space where members gather for handcrafted drinks, light fare, and a lively club atmosphere.
• Southwest Grill A seasonal outdoor dining venue offering casual meals and refreshing drinks with views of the club grounds.
• The Shack A casual poolside spot for quick bites, cool drinks, and refreshing treats serving both pool and golf areas.
• Heated Swimming Pool with Diving Bay and Tot Dock A heated swimming pool facility featuring a diving bay and tot dock, surrounded by comfortable seating areas for members and families.
• Tennis and Pickleball Courts Two tennis courts and four pickleball courts offering open play, organized events, and professional instruction for players of all skill levels.
• Private Events and Special Occasions A venue offering member-sponsored gatherings including intimate gatherings, family celebrations, corporate functions, and special occasions.
• Golf Membership Programs Membership categories including Regular Golf, Regional, National, Junior (ages 21-40), Corporate, and Family Recreational memberships with varying privileges and access levels. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Quantifiable outcome

• 37 Evans Scholarships awarded to caddies
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Western Golf AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1958Long-standing partnership with the Western Golf Association dating to the club's founding. Through this partnership, Point O' Woods hosts the Western Amateur tournament and participates in the Chick Evans Scholarship program. High-achieving caddies can earn full housing and tuition scholarships through the Western Golf Association's Evans Scholarship program. To date, 37 Point O' Woods caddies have become Evans Scholars.

Scale indicators5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Congressional Country Club: Large, prestigious private club in Bethesda, Maryland, with multiple courses and a deep history of hosting U.S. Opens and other majors. Comparable as a broader, larger-scale private member club operating at a higher absolute tier than Point O' Woods.

Direct peers

• Medinah Country Club: Illinois-based private country club with three courses and a long history of hosting major amateur and professional championships (including US Opens and the Ryder Cup). Highly comparable as a private member club whose identity and prestige are anchored to championship golf hosting.
• Olympia Fields Country Club: Private country club in Olympia Fields, Illinois, with two championship courses and a long history of hosting USGA championships including the U.S. Open. Comparable as a Midwest private club whose value proposition rests on championship heritage and exclusive membership.
• Crystal Downs Country Club: Privately held, member-owned golf and country club in Northern Michigan offering a championship golf experience in a similar geography to Point O' Woods. Comparable as a peer private club with elite golf pedigree, member-sponsored guest access, and selective membership economics.
• Quaker Ridge Golf Club: Highly regarded private golf club in Scarsdale, New York, with elite course pedigree and exclusive membership. Comparable as a private championship-golf club serving affluent members with a member-sponsorship access model.
• Bay Hill Club & Lodge: Private member club in Florida with championship pedigree, host of the PGA Tour's Arnold Palmer Invitational. Directly comparable business model — championship golf, member-only access, and prestige anchored by a signature annual tournament.
• Butler National Golf Club: Private member-only golf club in Oak Brook, Illinois, with a championship course that has hosted major professional events. Comparable as a Midwestern private club built around a single elite course and exclusive membership.
• Wade Hampton Golf Club: Exclusive private golf club in Cashiers, North Carolina, with championship pedigree. Comparable as a private club whose identity, prestige, and economics are anchored to a single elite course and limited membership.

Regional players

• Grand Traverse Resort & Spa: Michigan-based golf and leisure resort complex offering multiple courses and member-style access in Northern Michigan. Comparable as a regional peer operating premium golf experiences within the same state and serving overlapping affluent family and tournament audiences.
• Country Club of Detroit: Historic private country club in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, with championship golf heritage and member-driven access. Comparable as a Michigan-based private peer with similar member-sponsored guest model and championship pedigree.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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