Golf Courses In India

Golf clubs in Trivandrum

golfcoursesindia — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:00:59 +0000

Golf clubs in Trivandrum have rich culture and are famous for their tradition. As we know that golf was brought to India by the British officers, still golf is not a popular game in Kerala. Trivandrum is the capital city of kerala, so it has a rich tradition of golfing. Golf is no as popular as cricket and football in Kerala. Golf is admired and played only by a selected section if people in kerala. In the ancient time golf was played only by British officers, Indians were not allowed to take part in the game.

G V Raja is the man behind formation of Golf club association of kerala. The Trivandrum Golf club is among the oldest golf of India. The club was developed during 1850’s by the Maharaja of Travancore. In the history it was a major site of attraction for tourist and travelers. The club has a history of 150 years but still the club has the smallest golf course. It is evident from this that no initiative was takes in the development of the course. The golf club has a 9 hole short course of Yards – 2645 and par 34. The course is spread over an area of 25 acres with around 3400 trees and over 1000 species of birds. The golf course of the club are mostly straight and wide. The Trivandrum golf course is small, handy course to play golf. Hope the in future the course develops in to a 18 hole course.

The Rambagh Golf Club, Jaipur

mridula.vipin — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:35:11 +0000

Having a royal background the Rambagh golf resort was initiated during October 1944 by Rajmatha Gayatri Devi

View of Rambhagh Palace, Jaipur / image from http://www.rambaghgolfclub.com

of Jaipur who is the founder and life long Captain of the club.

It is one among the oldest and prestigious golf club in India and is affiliated to Indian Golf Union. The Rambagh Golf Club is an 18 - Hole Championship course with a par 70 yardage - 6303.

RGC is located in Jaipur city which is the centre location reachable within 15 minutes from International Airport. The course is strategically designed on a sandy loam soil. The RGC becomes a part of the magnificent Rambhag palace hotel. The club is open round the years for both members and non members to play on a small fee and they also offer temporary membership.

The club is equipped latest golfing equipments and a wide range of facilities for the visitors to rejuvenate and relax such as shower room with steam and chill bath, separate ladies shower along with steam, restaurant and bar, dressing room and players Lounge.They also

The Rambhag Golf Club, Jaipur/ image from http://www.rambaghgolfclub.com

have locker facility so that the visitors can safely store their valuables.

DLF Golf Academy India.

golfcoursesindia — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:00:06 +0000

The DLF Golf and Country Club http://www.dlfgolfresort.com/image-gallery.asp

The DLF Golf Academy offers golf instructions and trainings to all levels of players ranging from beginners to advanced players. The fully equipped academy provides duration of three months to six months for coaching. The academy has top international coaches to provide unmatched guidance to the individuals and the academy also facilitates for holding camps and group sessions. It is opened round the year to its members. Situated in the Gurgaon district of Haryana the golf academy is set at DLF Golf and Country Club in DLF City which is the Asia’s largest private-sector township.

experience a night time golfing at DLF Golf Academy http://www.dlfgolfresort.com/image-gallery.asp

The academy laid its foundation during the year 1999. This 7250 – yard golf course was designed by Arnold Palmer. The main attraction of the DLF Golf Academy is that it provides night time golfing arrangements where you can find a different golfing experience you would never want to miss. The course comprises of 14,000 trees, five lakes and waterfalls making it a perfect place to spend a holiday. Memberships are open to those residing in India, non-residential Indians, and foreign nationals, residing in India or visiting India.

The Golf course has a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, squash and horse riding facilities. It allows its members to accompany friends or relatives can spend time at the exclusive club house. Smoking and consumption of beverage and alcohol are permitted only under the chosen area. Entry of pets is strictly prohibited. The club house also has an expensive lounge and locker room to safely place your valuables.

This Arnold palmer designed golf course has an exclusive 18 holes, par -72 measuring upto 1714 yards. DLF Golf Academy is ideally a perfect place for amateur golfers as well as professional golfers. With an outstanding hospitality and a truly unforgettable experience to those who visit DLF Golf Academy continue to be popular among the holiday spotting places.

How to get there: Its only 12 minutes drive from Indira Gandhi International airport, New-Delhi.

Kashmir’s Royal Spring Golf Course

mridula.vipin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:18:13 +0000

Image from http://www.indialine.com/travel/jammukashmir/golf.html

The Royal Spring Golf Course has its location at srinagar where this mesmerizing location is surrounded by a variety of pine and chinnar trees only to make the sight a mellow treat for your eyes. This golf course was built in between the year 1900 and 2000 by Robert Trent Jr of America.

He designed this marvelous golf course who is also the creator of many more golf course around the globe .This scenic beauty was artistically developed out of forest and it is claimed to be one of the best golf course in India by many professional golfers.

As you enter the course you can see an arrangement of tall trees and the royal club house welcoming you and as you move on along the way there comes an absolutely magnificent golf course in a very verdent landscape refreshing your body , mind and soul.

The course has a professional 18 hall , par 72 track that covers an area of 7089 yards which has also witnessed and hosted many international level golfing events and many more to come.

This sporting serenity is absolutely an apt choice for the beginners of this profession . Summers are the favorable seasons to visit this beauty for the temperature is at its best then . It is situated close to the chashmeshahi gardens, which only adds to the glow of this charming golf course.

Golf courses of Karnataka

ligen — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 10:25:11 +0000

Golf is a popular sport in Karnataka. Golf is widely played in Bangalore - the business city of Karnataka. A Karnataka golf course has a rich tradition of golfing. A group of golfers and golf lover of Karnataka formed the Karnataka golf association in 1973.

The organization had major golfers from south India, this was the primary step taken towards the development of golf in Karnataka. The organization had few set back as they could not find suitable land for

Karnataka Golf Association / Image from www.golfhotels.biz

constructing the course. Later Shri. R.Gundu Rao, the Chief Minister of Karnataka in 1981 handed over 124 acres of land to the Karnataka golf course for the development of a magnificent golf course maintaining international standards.
The Karnataka Golf Association failed to raise funds for development of the course initially and it took 5 long years to develop the course. The Golf course in the Karnataka Golf Association was designed by the Australian Golf Course Architectural Firm M/s. Thomson Associates.

In 1986 Mr. Ramakrishna Hegde, the then Chief Minister took imitative in developing a 9 hole course. The Karnataka government also sanctioned a sum of Rs. 25 lakhs for the development of the golf course.

The major help was from the ITC limited; they offered a sum of Rs 1.5 crores for the developments of the club house in 1997. The high standard golf clubs with dynamic golf course are important golfing destinations in south India.

Important golf clubs in Karnataka:

• Bangalore Golf Club - 2, Sankey Road, High Grounds, Bangalore 560001, Karnataka.
• Belur Golf Club - North Coorg, Madapur, Belur, Kodagu District, Karnataka.
• Eagleton - The Golf Resort 30th Km, Bangalore-Mysore Highway, Bidadi Industrial Area, Karnataka
• Infantry Institute Golf Club - Camp (Cantonment), Belgaum, Karnataka
• Jayachamaraja Wodeyar Golf Club - Race course Road, Indra Nagar, Mysore-570 006, Karnataka
• Kolar Gold Fields Gymkhana Club - Madras Highway Road, Karnataka
• Mercara Downs Golf Club - Galibeedu Village, Karnakata, PO Box No 79, Mercara Kodagu 571201
• Pilikula Golf Club - Mangalore, Karnataka
• Pollibetta Golf Club - C/o TATA COFFEE LTD, Pollibetta, South Coorg, Karnataka
• Rail Golf Club - Keshwapur, Hubli, Karnataka 580020

Coimbatore Golf Club

ligen — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:26:32 +0000

Coimbatore Golf Club was started in 1977. Coimbatore golf club was formed by a group of golf lovers from Coimbatore jail started playing golf in a nine hole course at the heart of the city. Coimbatore Golf club came to reality with the help of Mr.K Rajagopal chairman of the Lakshmi Mills Group. His determination helped to bring quality golf club with high standard golf courses in Coimbatore. The golf course is situated at Chettipalayam, 16 kilometers from the city.

History:

Coimbatore Golf Club is been constantly improving over recent years with help the dedication and determination of its members. A fully functional golf course was started in 1985.

Today the Coimbatore Golf Club golf course here have developed to world class standards, they provide the golfers with pleasure and latest facilities. The Coimbatore golf club has large number of employs from course maintenance staffs to caddies.

The Coimbatore golf club has implanted some innovative methods to recycle waste water and use them effectively. They have also maintained the ecology by planting numerous exotic trees all around the course.

With the aim of providing extensive golfing facilities the Coimbatore Golf club is planning to construct a new club house meeting international standards. The amateur golfer Joseph Chakola belongs to the club. The club also aims to groom emerging talents. Image from indiaholiday.com

About the Coimbatore Golf Club course:
6973 – Yards for men.
5930 – Yards for women.
18 – Holes.
Par - 72

Facilities offered by the Coimbatore Golf Club
•    Provide caddies
•    Pro shop with all latest golfing equipments.
•    Restaurant and bar
•    Driving Range
•    Putting Green
•    Golfing Academy to teach and improve golfing skills.

Contact:
Coimbatore Golf Club
Chettipalayam,
Coimbatore - 641 201
Tamil Nadu INDIA
Phone: +91 422 2655363 / 2655258, 3093949
Fax: +91 422 2655258
Email: info@coimbatoregolf.com
Web: www.coimbatoregolf.com

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golfcoursesindia — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:35:27 +0000

Kundale Golf Club

golfcoursesindia — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:03:40 +0000

The kundale golf club is a very beautiful club in hilly areas of munnar. The Kundale Golf Club course is located in between old tea plantations. The lovely scenaries, the green carpet, the hills and fragrance of tea are pleasant enough to attract golfers.

Some little known facts about Kundale Golf Club

The Kundale Golf Club is again a beautiful contribution of the British rule.
There golf has a tradition of a hundred years.
Kundale Golf Club is one of the oldest courses in India situated in Munnar.
The Kundale golf club has old British style buildings and thereby preserves tradition.

About the Kundale Golf Club course

Yards – 7000
Par 72
Holes 18

The Kundale Golf Club remains opened from January to September and closed for rest of the time. It is because of the Munnar River which foods very often during this period.

The Kundale Golf club comes back to shape and fully functions rest of the year. The members of the club are mainly tea planters and the local residents. The course is well contected by all means of bus, air and train.

High Range Golf Club

golfcoursesindia — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:01:03 +0000

The high range golf club earlier known as The Gymkhana Club was started as a planters club in 1905 with a loan of Rs 2500/- for the planters of kerala. The high range club was later set up in 1909 and completed in 1910.

The high range golf club also has the records for being the first planters club to be electrified. The high range golf club got its telephone connection long back in 1916. The Trivandrum Club is the first club to be affiliated to the High range club in 1915.

The high range golf club was visited by the Lord Pentland, Governor of Madras in 1916. The course was a venue for various Amateur Concert around the year.

The high range golf club was opened for ladies in the year 1941.

The high range club is built in an area of 6 acres and is partially surrounded by river. The planters of Munnar are the members of the club. The high range golf club is associated with 41 clubs in India. The golf course here is well maintained with 9 holes.

In 1934 the Dewan of Travancore was the first Indian to be made the member of the club

How can I reach the High Range Golf Club

The club is well connected by means of air, bus and train. The club provides all the facilities 24 hour Reception, 24 hour Security, Car Hire, Free Parking and others.

Some of the clubs in India affiliated to High range club are:

Banglore Golf Club
Coimbatore Golf Club
Karnataka Golf Association Ltd.
Kodaikanal Golf Club
Mercara Downs Golf Club

Contact:
The Executive Secretary
High Range Club Munnar - 685612,
Kerala State, India Phone (0091-04865) 230253
(0091-04865) 230724 (0091-04865) 230597

Email: mail@highrangeclubmunnar.com

Cochin Golf Club

golfcoursesindia — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:53:02 +0000

Cochin also known of the ‘queen of the Arabian sea’ is a magnificent place to be, with its natural beauty and charm. It is also famous for the historical monuments and tradition.

The Cochin Golf course was built in the year 1922 and is located over the Bolghatty Palace grounds. The Bolghatty Palace was once the home of British Governors, it was built by the Dutch in 1744 A.D. The palace is now maintained by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation.

Some little known facts about Cochin Golf Club

The Cochin golf course was primarily used by the British officers from the 1909.
Later after registering the course in 1922, it was opened to the public.
Cochin Golf club has a 9 hole course.
The Cochin Golf club has around 450 members.
Cochin Golf Club celebrated its 75th anniversary in 1997.
Cochin Golf Club maintains its rules of play; golf is not played in the morning time except for Mondays.
The club organizes some of the events like the Cochin Open every year and has as many as 19 rolling trophies.

Cochin Golf Club proudly houses …

The trophies include the famous The Richardson Cup and The Cotton Tankard is dated as far back as 1925.

How can you get to Cochin Golf Club

The golf course is well connected by means of Air, Bus and Train. You can reach the Cochin golf course by air, Cochin international airport is around 22 kilometers away.

Cochin Golf Club Classes of members

Ordinary Members
Life Members
Institutional Members
Outstation Members
Honorary Members
Student Members

Cochin Golf Club Fees:

Ordinary member
Rs. 25,000/-

Life Member
Rs. 60,000/-

Institutional Member
Rs. 1,50,000/-

Student Member
Rs. 1,000/- payable annually until 21 years old

Cochin Golf Club
REG. NO. E. R. III/1992
Bolghatty Island,
Cochin - 682 504,
Kerala State, INDIA

Phone : 91 - 484 - 275 0908 , 209 8178
E-mail : mail@cochingolfclub.com