Cleveland Country Club Offers Unique Opportunity to Local Community. A Breath of Fresh Air in Trying Times.
Shelby North Carolina’s Only Private Country Club Welcomes Non-Members During COVID-19 Pandemic
SHELBY, NC – As part of the focus on empathy and inclusivity during these trying times, Shelby’s only private golf club, Cleveland Country Club will be opening tee times for non-members beginning Wednesday, April 1. This decision has been made in order to offer all golf aficionados in the community a safe way to get outside, exercise and commune with nature, while securely practicing social distancing during these unprecedented times.
Beginning Wednesday, April 1, non-members can preview the private course and book a tee time to play a round of golf at their leisure, with extra precautions taken to ensure that the sport is enjoyed in the safest way possible.
“We wanted to give back to our community by providing the unique opportunity to experience the Cleveland Country Club lifestyle,” said General Manager Allyson Darling. “With exercise and sunshine being essential to keep stress levels low, we are proud to open our doors and showcase our beautiful course to the Shelby community, while enforcing procedures that ensure maximum safety and enjoyment for our staff and our players.”
Cleveland Country Club has adapted many operating procedures to keep members and guests safe, while also enforcing social distancing. These procedures include:
- Spreading out tee times to prevent overcrowding
- Removing all community food and beverage stations
- Removing all golf course towels, bunker rakes and ball washers
- Lifting the cups on the greens to avoid golfer contact
- Providing hand sanitizer and wipes at all amenity centers
- Frequently sanitizing all high-traffic surfaces
- Increasing associate training on safety and sanitation techniques
“At Cleveland Country Club, the health and safety of our associates, members and guests is our first priority,” said Whitney Crouse, Co-Founder of Bobby Jones Links. “By enacting strict best practices, we can offer our guests and members a safe way to practice social distancing while enjoying their favorite sport.”
Tee time should be booked by calling the Golf Shop to avoid additional in-person contact, and carts will be available for single-riders. If golfers are playing with a member of the household, they will be able to opt-out of the single-rider cart. Additionally, tee times will be spread out to prevent overcrowding of the tee boxes and to allow for proper cleaning in between each cart use. Walking tee times will also be available at the course. Rates for 18 holes of golf are $35.00 per player for weekdays and $50.00 for weekends.
Cleveland Country Club is managed by Bobby Jones Links, based in Alpharetta, GA. For additional information on the community and membership opportunities, please visit https://clevelandcountryclub.net.
About Cleveland Country Club
Established in 1927, Cleveland Country Club in Shelby, North Carolina, offers its members and guests a traditional private club experience with a unique blend of southern hospitality. The course features a par 72, 18-hole golf course with newly renovated bunkers and spans 6,409 yards with a 71.2 USGA golf course rating. Additional amenities include a full-service pro shop, golf lounge, card room, putting and practice facility, golf lessons and clinics, tennis instruction for juniors and adults, a community swimming pool, and indoor and outdoor dining options.
About Bobby Jones Links
Bobby Jones Links is an Atlanta-based club management company. Bobby Jones Links’ partners and principles have broad experience building, owning, and operating more than 200 clubs worldwide. Bobby Jones Links expertise goes beyond just golf and country clubs with work on additional projects and amenities such as lodging, spas, marinas, and real estate development. Visit www.bobbyjoneslinks.com and get to know how Bobby Jones Links creates experiences all over the world.
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