Golf Courses and Country Clubsin USA
USA Market Research and Industry Report
25 May 2007
Industry Code : 71391
This industry comprises (1) establishments primarily engaged in operating golf courses (except miniature) and (2) establishments primarily engaged in operating golf courses, along with dining facilities and other recreational facilities that are known as country clubs. These establishments often provide food and beverage services, equipment rental services, and golf instruction services. Golf courses can be public, private, semi-private, or part of a country club. Courses can charge a fee for a single round of golf, membership fees, or both. Country clubs are generally located in the suburbs or the vicinity of a city or town. Usually requiring annual membership fees, country clubs provide recreational, sporting, social and dining experiences. IBISWorld defines a country club as a private club that offers a variety of recreational sports facilities to members. Two of the most common types of facilities are tennis and golf clubs, although others sports such as polo are seen as well. Country clubs usually provide dining facilities to their members and guests, and they frequently host catered events, such as weddings. This industry excludes golf driving ranges, mini-golf facilities, and combined hotel and golf course resorts.
The major products and services in this industry are:
- | Membership fees |
- | Golf course green fees |
- | Food and beverage sales |
- | Other sales and service fees |
- | Golf, equipment rental, and other equipment sales | |
The primary activities of this industry are:
- | Operation of golf courses |
- | Operation of golf courses and country clubs |
- | Operation of associated golf course services - food and beverage |
- | Operation of associated golf course services - golf equipment rental services |
- | Operation of associated golf course services - golf instruction services |
- | Operation of country clubs | |
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Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.