Killearn Country Club

What Killearn Country Club does

Killearn Club is a private, non-equity membership country club located in Tallahassee, Florida, operating on more than 260 acres and serving affluent families and individuals through a tiered subscription model. The club traces its origin to 1967 as the centerpiece of Killearn Estates and historically hosted 21 PGA and 4 LPGA tournaments featuring Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, Gary Player, and Chi-Chi Rodriguez. It was acquired in 2022 by Tallahassee native entrepreneur David Cummings through a multi-million dollar private investment, following a 2020 member buyout via Killearn Golf Properties that preserved the property from a prior closure attempt. In 2023 the club rebranded from Killearn Country Club to Killearn Club.

The core product set includes an 18-hole championship golf course (Camellia) redesigned by architect Chris Wilczynski, a new 9-hole course (Clover), and an amenity stack built on third-party technology partnerships: TrackMan Range with eight TrackMan simulation bays, a PuttView P10 putting green, and an E-Z-GO PACE 10EX GPS-enabled cart fleet. A 23,000 square foot clubhouse with restaurant, upscale bar, private dining room, pro shop, and additional TrackMan and PuttView installations is under construction with expected completion in Summer 2026. Recreational amenities include six Hydro-Clay tennis courts, nine pickleball courts, a 3,200 square foot open-air pavilion, a resort-style pool, bocce, and corn hole, supported by three Class A PGA Professionals.

The revenue model combines recurring monthly membership dues across three tiers (Clover, Camellia, Ambassador), non-refundable initiation fees (currently 50% at signing, 50% at clubhouse opening), guest and cart fees on the Camellia Course, food and beverage sales from the restaurant, bar, Turn Shack, and private dining room (no F&B minimums), pro shop merchandise, and PGA instruction and custom club fittings. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with a 3% processing fee on credit card payments. Distribution is entirely domestic, concentrated on the Tallahassee and Big Bend region of Florida, and relies on direct membership inquiry, vetting, and invitation; word-of-mouth; the company website; and organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, X). September 2022 Open Space zoning on the 260+ acres protects the recreational use and explicitly permits exploration of small visitor cottages, which would extend the property into a short-stay hospitality product line.

Name

Killearn Country Club

Legal name

Killearn Club, LLC

Website

https://killearncc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Killearn Club is a private, non-equity country club in Tallahassee, Florida, serving affluent families through tiered memberships. It operates an 18-hole championship course, a 9-hole course, TrackMan-equipped practice facilities, and recreational amenities, with a new clubhouse under construction.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Golf & Country Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

Keywords

• Private country club
• Golf membership
• Recreational club facilities
• Golf course operations
• Club amenities services

Headquarters

HQ city

Tallahassee, Florida

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. Membership Dues: Monthly recurring membership dues billed on the last day of each month for the subsequent month. Annual lump sum payment option available with potential discount. Three tiers: Clover, Camellia, and Ambassador. Currently at 60% of list price until clubhouse opens.
2. Initiation Fees: Non-refundable initiation fees for new members. Currently 50% due at signing, remaining 50% due when clubhouse opens.
3. Guest Golf Fees: $150 guest fee to play the Camellia Course. Guests limited to once per quarter per individual.
4. Cart Fees: $25 cart fee for use on the Camellia Course.
5. Food & Beverage: Restaurant, upscale bar, Turn Shack between 9th and 10th holes, poolside dining, private dining room. No F&B minimums required.
6. Pro Shop Merchandise: Curated golf merchandise and apparel, including Killearn Club branded items. Available only to members and accompanied guests.
7. Golf Services: Private instruction with PGA professionals, custom club fittings, and member tournaments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Killearn Club is a private, non-equity membership country club offering access to two golf courses (the 18-hole Camellia Championship Course and the 9-hole Clover Course), a 23,000 square foot clubhouse with restaurant and bar, TrackMan-enabled practice and simulation facilities, tennis, pickleball, a resort-style pool, and PGA professional instruction. Access is sold through three subscription membership tiers (Clover, Camellia, Ambassador) that bundle golf, clubhouse, recreation, and social amenities for individual members and their immediate families.

Product overview

Killearn Club is a private country club offering a comprehensive golf and social experience. The core product portfolio includes two golf courses: the redesigned 18-hole Camellia Championship Course and the 9-hole Clover Course. Members access these through three tiered membership plans (Clover, Camellia, Ambassador) that include various amenity levels. The 23,000 square foot clubhouse features dining, bars, and private event spaces. Technology-enabled amenities include Trackman Range, eight Trackman simulation bays, PuttView P10 putting green, and E-Z-GO GPS-equipped golf carts. Additional recreational offerings encompass six Hydro-Clay tennis courts, nine pickleball courts, a resort-style pool, and PGA professional instruction services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Camellia Course: The redesigned 18-hole championship golf course at Killearn Club, designed by Chris Wilczynski.
• Clover Course

Products and services

• Camellia Course An 18-hole championship golf course redesigned by golf architect Chris Wilczynski (C.W. Golf Architecture), featuring strategic bunkering, water hazards, and varied terrain with multiple tee options for different skill levels. Rated 75.1/141 (Men) and 78.6/140 (Women).
• Clover Course A new 9-hole golf course offering exceptional value and an outstanding club experience for players of all skill levels in a shorter format.
• Killearn Club Clubhouse A 23,000 square foot clubhouse featuring a restaurant operated by a top Southern chef, upscale bar with course views, extended porch, 8 TrackMan bays, PuttView 10, pro shop, and private dining room. Expected to open Summer 2026.
• Clover Membership Entry-level monthly subscription membership providing access to the 9-hole Clover Course, clubhouse, pool, pickleball, tennis, TrackMan Range, TrackMan simulation bays, and PuttView 10. Does not include Camellia Course play.
• Camellia Membership Full monthly subscription membership providing access to the 18-hole Camellia Championship Course plus all Clover plan benefits including the 9-hole course, clubhouse, pool, tennis, pickleball, and TrackMan facilities.
• Ambassador Membership Premium monthly subscription membership with all Camellia benefits plus priority booking, last-minute booking privileges, premium merchandise access, and first access to tournaments and events.
• PGA Professional Instruction Personalized private golf instruction and custom club fitting services delivered by three Class A PGA Professionals on staff, utilizing the club's TrackMan-enabled practice facilities.
• Golf Pro Shop A fully curated golf retail shop featuring partnerships with top golf brands and offering timeless and cutting-edge merchandise including golf-related items, casual attire, and Killearn Club branded items. Available to members and accompanied guests.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Jonas Club SoftwarecoreTechnology or IntegrationJonas Club Software powers the club's website and management systems. The company provides club management technology solutions for member login, billing, and operational management.
• C.W. Golf ArchitecturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLed by Chris Wilczynski, ASGCA member and award-winning golf course architect. Responsible for complete redesign of the 18-hole Championship Course and renovation vision. Chris holds BS in Landscape Architecture from Michigan State University and previously was managing partner at Arthur Hills & Associates.
• MacCurrach Golf ConstructioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRenowned golf course construction and renovation company with decades of experience. Recognized for commitment to quality and innovation, undertaking projects of various scales globally. Trusted partner in bringing exceptional golfing experiences to life.
• TrackMancoreTechnology or IntegrationTrackMan provides the flexible golf-ball tracking solution with tour-proven technology. Includes Virtual Golf, Practice, and Entertainment software. TrackMan Range on property plus 8 TrackMan simulation bays - region's first installation of this state-of-the-art technology.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Golden Eagle Country Club: Private country club in Tallahassee featuring an 18-hole championship course, clubhouse, tennis, and pool. Competes head-to-head with Killearn for premium private-club memberships in the same geographic and demographic market.
• Old Field Club: Private member-owned country club in Fernandina Beach, FL with 18-hole golf, dining, and recreational amenities. Comparable in scale and non-equity private-club structure, serving affluent North Florida families.
• Southwood Golf Club: Tallahassee-based golf facility operated within a master-planned community. While more public/daily-fee than Killearn, it competes for the same regional golf-and-lifestyle spend and overlapping customer base in the Big Bend Florida market.
• Capital City Country Club: Historic private country club in Tallahassee, FL offering 18-hole golf, dining, tennis, and pool amenities. Directly competes with Killearn for the same pool of affluent Tallahassee families and prospective members, with an overlapping membership base and similar community-club positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Invited (formerly ClubCorp): Largest owner-operator of private golf and country clubs in the United States, with hundreds of properties and significant operating playbook in membership dues, F&B, and technology. Represents the institutional scaled incumbent against which independent private clubs like Killearn must compete on service and local positioning.
• Pinehurst Resort & Country Club: Iconic multi-course golf destination in North Carolina with deep tournament heritage, comprehensive lodging, and tiered private memberships. Provides a long-term operating benchmark for a private club seeking to combine championship golf, multi-generational programming, and member-only benefits.
• TPC Sawgrass: PGA Tour-owned facility in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL featuring the famed Players Stadium Course, Dye's Valley Course, clubhouse, and resort amenities. Comparable as a Florida-based private club with strong tournament-hosting DNA, member programming, and significant real estate footprint.
• Bay Hill Club & Lodge: Premier private golf club and lodge in Orlando, FL with 27 holes, full resort amenities, and PGA-tournament heritage (Arnold Palmer Invitational). Much larger incumbent but offers a useful north-star benchmark for a Florida private club aspiring to combine championship golf, lodging, and tournament-hosting prestige.

Regional players

• Streamsong Resort: Florida destination golf resort featuring multiple championship courses designed by Coore/Crenshaw, Tom Doak, and Gil Hanse. While Streamsong is a destination resort rather than a private membership club, it competes for the same affluent Florida golf-and-lifestyle spend and is a meaningful comparable for renovation-grade Florida golf properties.

Others

• Jonas Club Software: Technology partner that powers Killearn Club's website and back-office club management systems (member login, billing, operations). Included as an ecosystem/tech-stack comparable relevant to understanding how a mid-sized private club runs member technology rather than as a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/KillearnClub
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=61550763823275
• Instagraminstagram.com/killearnclub
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/killearn-country-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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