Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Salt Spring Island Golf Club
Salt Spring Island Golf Club has been a cornerstone of recreational and community life on Salt Spring Island since its establishment in 1928. Our historic 9-hole course, nestled within rolling terrain and old-growth forests, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and challenging play for golfers of all skill levels. With a rich history of community stewardship, we have preserved the course's original layout while implementing modern upgrades such as irrigation systems and drainage improvements to ensure year-round playability. Our dedicated team, including PGA-certified teaching professional Cameron Fergusson, provides expert instruction programs for juniors and adults, fostering a lifelong love for the sport. The club's amenities include a fully licensed restaurant, driving range, practice green, and disc golf facilities, all designed to enhance the visitor experience. We maintain a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, carefully balancing course maintenance with the preservation of our ecologically sensitive surroundings.Our membership programs, ranging from annual to seasonal options, cater to both locals and visitors, while our junior golf initiatives and community partnerships ensure the sport's accessibility to future generations. The club's historic clubhouse, originally built in the mid-1900s and renovated by renowned architect Hank Schubart in the 1970s, serves as both a sporting facility and social hub for island residents. Through decades of operation, we have remained dedicated to the principles of sportsmanship, respect for the game, and community engagement that defined our founding members. Our modern mobile app integration for tee-time bookings and real-time notifications demonstrates our commitment to combining tradition with contemporary convenience.
Services
Golf Courses
Disc Golf
Junior Golf Programs
Golf Instruction
Tournament Hosting
Leagues
Pro Shop
Restaurant
Practice Facilities
Club Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We offer over 95 years of experience operating Vancouver Island's historic golf facilities
- Our PGA-certified teaching professional provides expert golf instruction for all skill levels
- We maintain a unique blend of traditional course design with modern playability enhancements
- Our junior golf programs combine skill development with community-building initiatives
- We provide comprehensive facilities including disc golf, practice areas, and tournament hosting
Services
Golf Courses
Our historic 9-hole course features undulating fairways, water hazards, and mature forests across 70 acres of rolling terrain. With alternate tees allowing for 18-hole play, the course accommodates both casual rounds and competitive play. The natural landscape, originally part of a sheep farm, has been carefully maintained while implementing modern improvements like irrigation systems and drainage enhancements to ensure optimal playing conditions year-round.
Disc Golf
Our interwoven disc golf course offers 18 challenging holes that utilize both wooded and open field spaces. Designed with turf tee pads and professional disc catchers, the course provides varied shot selection while maintaining golf course right-of-way protocols. Seasonal passes and single-round options are available, with tournament-grade layout features that accommodate competitive play while remaining accessible to casual players.
Golf Instruction
Led by PGA-certified professional Cameron Fergusson, our instruction programs cater to all skill levels from beginners to advanced players. The curriculum includes one-on-one lessons, group clinics, and specialized junior development programs. Our teaching approach combines technical skill development with strategic gameplay instruction, utilizing both driving range facilities and on-course training to improve player performance and enjoyment of the game.
Junior Golf Programs
Our comprehensive junior programs include First Tee Canada initiatives, weekly coaching sessions, and competitive tournament preparation. The curriculum develops fundamental golf skills while emphasizing sportsmanship, etiquette, and rule knowledge. Participants gain access to practice facilities, equipment rentals, and special events like Monday Junior Nights and PJ Friday programs that encourage family participation in a safe, supervised environment.
Tournament Hosting
The club provides full tournament hosting capabilities for both traditional golf and disc golf events. Our facilities accommodate competitive play with properly maintained course conditions, scoring systems, and support staff. The historic clubhouse serves as an ideal venue for pre- and post-event gatherings, while our experienced event coordinators assist with tee-time scheduling, participant registration, and special arrangements for competitive golfing occasions.
People
Cameron Fergusson
PGA Teaching Professional
Cameron Fergusson, our PGA-certified instructor, brings over three years of teaching experience and a family legacy in golf instruction. He offers personalized lessons for all skill levels while leading junior development programs and high school team training initiatives.
Questions
What are the course details at Salt Spring Island Golf Club?
We maintain a historic 9-hole, 3037-yard par 36 course with rolling terrain, water features, and mature forests. Alternate tees allow for 18-hole play, with course difficulty ranging from beginner-friendly forward tees to challenging back tees.
What junior golf programs do you offer?
Our junior programs include weekly coaching sessions, First Tee Canada initiatives, and competitive tournament preparation. Participants receive equipment access, practice facilities, and special events like Monday Junior Nights and family-oriented PJ Friday programs.
How can I book tee times?
Tee times can be booked through our mobile app, which provides real-time availability notifications and special offers. The app offers the most convenient booking method with integrated course access information.
What are your disc golf course rates?
Disc golf rates include seasonal passes at $385 (April-September) and $300 (October-March), with single-round access available for $15. Pass holders receive priority course access during regular operating hours.
What facilities are available to members?
Members enjoy access to the main golf course, disc golf facilities, driving range, practice green, and clubhouse restaurant. Additional benefits include equipment rentals, tournament participation, and special member pricing on instructional programs.
What is the dress code policy?
Our dress code requires smart casual attire for golf, with soft spikes only. Tank tops and halter tops are prohibited. Disc golf allows more casual clothing, though all players must maintain appropriate attire consistent with golf course standards.
