Country Club Members, Is It Worth It?

[Anonymous]

OP here, appreciate all the responses from those who are members of clubs. I can definitely see the value of clubs for families with kids, part of the reason I was wondering if it was "worth it" to join a club is because we are childfree by choice. We considered another club a few years ago, but it was further from our house and very family oriented so we decided it wasn't a good fit.

The club we're considering now is less than 10 minutes from our home. I do see a lot of value in the experience of being a member: the flexibility to stop in whenever, golf on demand for DH, meeting new people, etc. Especially for DH who would love to play 9 in 70 minutes and still be home for dinner, which would make me happy. You're really paying for the convenience and experience that only a club can deliver. While we've also considered buying a vacation home, but don't think we'd get to use it enough at this point in our careers. The club would give us resort-like amenities that we can fit into our busy schedules and we can get a second home down the line when we're more able to use it. I guess I'm just convincing myself now,

[Anonymous]

We only joined for the kids.

If you are childfree, only join if you are avid golfers.

[Anonymous]

We joined 0ne last year and average 10 trips there per week to use all the amenities. I picked up a new sport, and the whole family has learned pickleball. And have made great new friends. It's a hub for many aspects of our life -fitness, food, socializing. I enjoy it more than I had anticipated.

[Anonymous]

So OP is asking if they should join a country club because they can "easily afford it," it would "expand their social network," and they're "childless by choice."

OP, once you've made your decision, let us know which club it is so we can all avoid it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here, appreciate all the responses from those who are members of clubs. I can definitely see the value of clubs for families with kids, part of the reason I was wondering if it was "worth it" to join a club is because we are childfree by choice. We considered another club a few years ago, but it was further from our house and very family oriented so we decided it wasn't a good fit.

The club we're considering now is less than 10 minutes from our home. I do see a lot of value in the experience of being a member: the flexibility to stop in whenever, golf on demand for DH, meeting new people, etc. Especially for DH who would love to play 9 in 70 minutes and still be home for dinner, which would make me happy. You're really paying for the convenience and experience that only a club can deliver. While we've also considered buying a vacation home, but don't think we'd get to use it enough at this point in our careers. The club would give us resort-like amenities that we can fit into our busy schedules and we can get a second home down the line when we're more able to use it. I guess I'm just convincing myself now,

Assuming the finances are good, you won't regret it! We joined recently and it's been a wonderful addition to our lives. Good luck!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:So OP is asking if they should join a country club because they can "easily afford it," it would "expand their social network," and they're "childless by choice."

OP, once you've made your decision, let us know which club it is so we can all avoid it.

The person we all want to avoid is you.

What an a**hole.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So OP is asking if they should join a country club because they can "easily afford it," it would "expand their social network," and they're "childless by choice."

OP, once you've made your decision, let us know which club it is so we can all avoid it.

The person we all want to avoid is you.

What an a**hole.

Agreed.

OP, sounds like you have solid reasons to join! FWIW I am a pool mom but I much prefer talking about stuff other than kids, so I have many childless/free club friends. You’ll find like-minded friends who don’t need to talk kids 24/7.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here, appreciate all the responses from those who are members of clubs. I can definitely see the value of clubs for families with kids, part of the reason I was wondering if it was "worth it" to join a club is because we are childfree by choice. We considered another club a few years ago, but it was further from our house and very family oriented so we decided it wasn't a good fit.

The club we're considering now is less than 10 minutes from our home. I do see a lot of value in the experience of being a member: the flexibility to stop in whenever, golf on demand for DH, meeting new people, etc. Especially for DH who would love to play 9 in 70 minutes and still be home for dinner, which would make me happy. You're really paying for the convenience and experience that only a club can deliver. While we've also considered buying a vacation home, but don't think we'd get to use it enough at this point in our careers. The club would give us resort-like amenities that we can fit into our busy schedules and we can get a second home down the line when we're more able to use it. I guess I'm just convincing myself now,

I think you’ll find that you end up reversing things and you’ll meet him at the club for dinner after 9 holes but otherwise you’re spot on.

[Anonymous]

There’s no question that it’s worth it if you play golf.