Guayaquil Country Club

What Guayaquil Country Club does

Guayaquil Country Club (legal name: Club Deportivo Básico Guayaquil Country Club) is a privately held, member-owned sports and recreation club headquartered on a 65-hectare property in Samborondón, Guayas province, Ecuador. Founded on May 9, 1933, the club relocated to its current Samborondón facility in 2022 after 46 years at the Vía a Daule location, and celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2023. It operates as a private country club serving affluent families and competitive athletes in Ecuador with a comprehensive platform of sports facilities spanning golf (Robert Trent Jones II-designed 18-hole championship course), tennis (10 courts), swimming (semi-Olympic pool), equestrian (100 stables, 3 arenas, full-service veterinary clinic), football (FIFA-approved field), pádel, beach tennis, and a 558 m² gym, alongside five dining venues (Restaurante Chonta, Club House Deportivo, Pool Bar, Hoyo 19 & Sky Bar, Lobby Bar), event spaces accommodating up to 5,000 persons, an art gallery, wellness services, and a Gymboree childcare partnership.

The club's core technology consists of a member-facing iOS/Android mobile application for agile reservations, schedule visualization, and service bookings, supported by a corporate website (gcc.ec). Underlying infrastructure includes 14+ hectares of clubhouse, 51 hectares of golf course with 7 artificial lakes, and a 26-project development pipeline scheduled for 2026-2028 covering Splash Park, Teens Club, event halls, Beauty Lab, Office Hub coworking, and a Rooftop Sport Bar. The technology stack is conventional consumer-facing without documented AI, API, or SDK exposure.

Revenue mechanics are built primarily on recurring annual membership subscriptions (quote-based, undisclosed pricing) supplemented by transaction-based income from F&B across five venues, sports academies (swimming, tennis, equestrian), Pro Shop retail through GoodSport Ecuador, event venue rentals, Pro Shop-equivalent equipment sales, and ancillary services (barbershop, hairdressing, coworking, nursing, physiotherapy, veterinary clinic, Gymboree early childhood programs). Distribution is exclusively direct-to-consumer via phone, WhatsApp, email, and the mobile app, with growth driven by member referrals and word-of-mouth in the Ecuadorian market.

Name

Guayaquil Country Club

Legal name

Club Deportivo Básico Guayaquil Country Club (GCC)

Website

https://gcc.ec

Company type

Private

Founded year

1933

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Guayaquil Country Club is a private, member-owned sports and recreation club founded in 1933 in Samborondón, Ecuador. It serves affluent Ecuadorian families and competitive athletes with championship golf, tennis, equestrian, swimming, dining, and event facilities across a 65-hectare campus on recurring membership subscriptions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Country Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKAEAD

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Venues & Facilities (Stadiums, Arenas, Tracks, Complexes)

Keywords

• Private country club
• Golf course facilities
• Sports club membership
• Equestrian center
• Recreational club amenities

Headquarters

HQ city

Samborondón

HQ country

Ecuador

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Club Memberships: The club generates primary revenue through membership fees that provide access to multiple sports facilities, dining venues, events, and social spaces. Membership offers a unique combination of price and quality due to their extensive experience.
2. Gastronomy and Dining: Multiple dining venues including Restaurante Chonta, Club House Deportivo, Pool Bar, Hoyo 19 & Sky Bar, and Lobby Bar generate food and beverage revenue from members and guests.
3. Sports Academies: Revenue from sports academies for swimming, tennis, and equestrian training programs.
4. Pro Shop Sales: Sports equipment retail and golf club repair/customization services through the Pro Shop partnership with GoodSport.
5. Additional Services: Barberia, hairdressing, coworking space, nursing services, physiotherapy/massage, veterinary clinic, and Gymboree early childhood services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Guayaquil Country Club operates a private, membership-based sports and recreation club on a 65-hectare property in Samborondón, Ecuador. The club sells annual memberships that grant access to a championship 18-hole golf course, 10+ sports disciplines, five dining venues, wellness services, event spaces, and family-oriented amenities. Supplementary revenue is generated through transaction-based food and beverage, sports academies, Pro Shop retail, and ancillary services such as coworking, childcare, and an equine veterinary clinic.

Product overview

Guayaquil Country Club (GCC) is a private sports and recreation club operating from a 65-hectare property in Samborondón, Ecuador. The club offers a unified platform of sports facilities (golf, tennis, pádel, beach tennis, swimming, football, equestrian, gym) alongside dining venues (Chonta restaurant, Club House Deportivo, pool bar, Hoyo 19/Sky Bar, Lobby Bar), wellness services (Bodyplus, nursing, barbershop, hair salon), childcare (Gymboree), professional equestrian veterinary care, event spaces, and art gallery. A member-facing mobile app enables space reservations. The club is currently developing 26 new projects through 2028 including Splash Park, Teens Club, Events Hall, Beauty Lab, Office Hub, and Rooftop Sport Bar. Core membership provides access to all sports disciplines, dining, and social areas, with specialized add-on services for equipment, childcare, wellness treatments, and corporate facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Golf Course 18-hole championship golf course built on 51 hectares with 7 artificial lakes and par 72, designed by Robert Trent Jones II; available to members for play and tournaments.
• Tennis Courts 10 tennis courts (6 clay and 4 hard surface) for various playing styles and preferences, available to members.
• Pádel Courts 3 pádel courts with synthetic grass surface and transparent tempered glass walls, available to members.
• Beach Tennis Courts Four beach tennis courts meeting professional regulatory dimensions, available to members.
• Swimming Pool Semi-olympic swimming pool with 8 lanes and platform for rehabilitation and aquatic activities, available to members.
• Football Field One FIFA-approved professional football field with natural grass and regulatory measurements, available to members.
• Equestrian Center Equestrian center with 3 arenas (jumping, training, vaulting), 100 stables, quality feeding, blacksmith services, veterinary care with surgery room, walker, and footbath; available to members.
• Gym 558 m² fitness facility equipped for cardio, strength, spinning, and functional training with technology that syncs with mobile devices, available to members.
• Restaurante Chonta Restaurant offering gourmet cuisine, casual dining, and typical Ecuadorian dishes with terrace seating and river views, available to members and guests.
• Club House Deportivo Quick-service dining at the sports house offering hydrating drinks, smoothies, snacks, sandwiches, and local dishes, available to members and guests.
• Bar de la Piscina Poolside bar with family-friendly menu for adults and children, plus drinks and cocktails, available to members and guests.
• Hoyo 19 y Sky Bar Outdoor sports bar (Hoyo 19) serving classic club cuisine; Sky Bar rooftop with river views and cocktails, available to members and guests.
• Lobby Bar Mid-century style lounge with author cocktails, appetizers, and terrace with views of green areas and Babahoyo River, available to members and guests.
• Coworking Space Workspace with two private offices and 4 workstations for meetings and project presentations, available to members.
• Bodyplus Wellness Wellness facility offering physiotherapy sessions and massage services (relaxing, myofascial release, sports massage), available to members.
• Pro Shop Sports equipment retail outlet for golf, tennis, yoga, and pádel, with a full golf club repair, modification, and custom fitting workshop operated in partnership with GoodSport Ecuador.
• Equine Veterinary Clinic 24-hour equine veterinary service with full clinic including diagnosis, treatment, surgery (abdominal, orthopedic, arthroscopic), recovery stall, pre-op, operating room, lab, pharmacy, and hospitalization stables; available to members and external equestrian clients.
• Nursing and First Aid Service Nursing and first aid service for immediate care in case of accidents, with objective to prevent injury aggravation and patient referral to hospital, available to members.
• Gymboree Childcare Early childhood stimulation program partnership offering childcare with art, music, dance, and play activities in a safe environment, available to members.
• Barbershop and Hair Salon Barbershop and hair salon services for member convenience in the locker room areas.
• Sports Academies Sports academies for swimming, tennis, and equitation instruction, available to members and participants.
• Event Venues and Spaces Event venues including El Prado (8,500 m², 5,000 persons), El Muelle (700 m², 300 persons), Sky Bar, and Pool Garden for corporate and social events, available to members and external clients.
• Art Gallery and Cultural Programming Art gallery hosting exhibitions of renowned Ecuadorian and international artists, plus opportunities for young Guayaquil artists, available to members and visitors.
• Club Membership Program Annual membership program providing access to multiple benefits across sports, dining, events, and social facilities at the Guayaquil Country Club, available to qualifying individuals and families.
• Mobile App GCC Member-facing iOS and Android mobile application for agile space and service reservations, visualizing available schedules and managing bookings across club facilities.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• GymboreeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Gymboree, a recognized early childhood stimulation program, to provide childcare services at the club. Children can enjoy art, music, dance, and games activities in a safe environment.
• GoodSport EcuadorminorOthersGoodSport operates the Pro Shop at the club, selling high-quality sports equipment for golf, tennis, yoga, paddle, and other sports. Also provides complete golf club repair, modification, and custom fitting services.
• AlmanimalminorOthersSocial responsibility partnership with Almanimal, a local animal welfare organization.
• Universidad partnerships (in development)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerClub is in the process of establishing agreements with universities for veterinary student internships at their equestrian clinic.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Jockey Club Brasileiro: Historic Brazilian private club offering equestrian, social, and dining amenities. Comparable as a Latin American legacy private members club with multi-generational brand equity similar to GCC's 90+ year heritage.
• Los Inkas Golf Club: Private Peruvian country club centered on a championship golf course and social amenities. Comparable as a regional Andean/Latin American private members club with similar demographic target market.
• Club de Campo de São Paulo: Brazil's premier private multi-sport country club. Comparable as a Latin American membership-based country club offering golf, tennis, equestrian, and extensive social amenities — the closest analog in scale and operating model.
• Bogotá Country Club: Colombian private country club with golf, tennis, and social facilities serving affluent members. Directly comparable as a leading Andean-region elite private club with multi-sport amenities and event venues.

Broad incumbents

• Punta Mita: Mexican Pacific luxury residential and golf community featuring Jack Nicklaus-designed courses and private club amenities. Comparable as a high-end Latin American golf-led private destination serving ultra-affluent families.
• Augusta National Golf Club: World's most prestigious private golf club. Comparable as the gold-standard benchmark for private membership golf clubs in terms of exclusivity, brand strength, and member experience — though operating at vastly larger scale.
• Casa de Campo Resort & Villas: Dominican Republic luxury resort anchored by Pete Dye-designed Teeth of the Dog golf course. Comparable as a Latin American premium destination combining championship golf, equestrian, dining, and event facilities, though operating on a resort rather than membership model.

Regional players

• Real Club de Campo de Córdoba: Spanish private sports club with golf, equestrian, tennis, and social facilities. Comparable in operating model and breadth of sports amenities, though geographically distant and operating in a more mature European market.
• Hacienda Santa María del Mar: Private beach and equestrian club on Ecuador's coast. Comparable as a competing Ecuadorian private members club offering premium sport, social, and family amenities to overlapping affluent Ecuadorian families.
• Country Club Lima Hotel: Historic Peruvian private club and hotel with social, dining, and event amenities. Comparable as a Latin American legacy private members institution with a similar elite family demographic in the Andean region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/GuayaquilCountryClub
• Instagraminstagram.com/guayaquillcountryclub
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/guayaquil-country-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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