Medalist Golf Club
Medalist Golf Club in Hobe Sound boasts a Greg Norman / Pete Dye–designed 18-hole championship course set within nearly 900 acres of natural preserve. It features a 26,000-square-foot clubhouse offering two dining venues, a full-service spa, and Har-Tru tennis courts. Members also enjoy practice facilities, a 12-hole par-3 course, fitness center, and casual social spaces including an “Aussie Pub.” The course plays 7,571 yards and was renovated in 2015 under Bobby Weed and MacCurrach. This elite club is home to many PGA and LPGA professionals who live nearby.
The community of Medalist (also called Medalist Village) is a gated luxury enclave of custom estate homes and cottages. It spans over 870 acres and emphasizes an “Old Florida, new luxury” lifestyle atmosphere. Residents enjoy access to private lakes, walking trails, resort-style spa, fitness facilities, and tennis amenities. Though nestled in preserve lands, it offers easy commuting via I-95 and proximity to Jupiter Island beaches. Homes here typically command multi-million dollar values and attract affluent, active families.
About Medalist Golf Course
Medalist Golf Club is a private, 18-hole championship course originally designed by Pete Dye and Greg Norman (1995). The layout was “retro-vated” in 2015 by Bobby Weed and MacCurrach to restore Dye’s strategic intent. It features Bermuda fairways and greens kept firm for tournament-level conditions. From the championship tees the yardage is 7,157 yards, par 72, with a slope around 155 and rating near 77.9, challenged by numerous bunkers and multiple water holes weaving throughout the layout.
The course’s signature holes include long par-5s and risk-reward par-4s with water carrying approaches. Several holes demand carry over wetlands from tee to green, forcing accuracy over length. Deep, revetted bunkers guard inside corners and penalize errant shots to the left or right. Conditions are maintained year-round to host elite players, with fast greens and firm fairways. The routing rewards strategic shotmaking and punishes overaggression near hazards.
Medalist Golf Club Greens Fees and Membership Costs
The Medalist Golf Club is a private club, so daily green and cart fees are generally not published or available to the public. Only members and their guests may play under negotiated terms and protocols. Occasional guest play may be arranged but is subject to club approval and restricted windows. The club prefers internal pricing controlled through membership and invites rather than open rate cards. Thus, potential visitors are advised to contact the club via a member.
Membership at Medalist commands a substantial investment, reportedly with an initiation fee of about $110,000. Annual dues are said to run near $18,000 for full golf membership. Some sources suggest higher “equity” costs beyond standard dues for elite members. Membership is by invitation only and requires nominations by existing members. The club operates a long waitlist and only accepts few new members each year.
Medalist Golfing Staff and Members
Medalist Golf Club features a professional staff led by experienced PGA professionals dedicated to personalized member instruction and development. Many staff members have extensive tournament experience, enhancing the club’s reputation for elite-level coaching. The staff supports player development programs, junior golf initiatives, and private instruction opportunities. Their expertise provides members with access to championship-level teaching. This commitment strengthens Medalist’s identity as a premier private golf destination.
Famous members include Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, who frequently practice and play at the course. Medalist has hosted numerous high-profile matches, including televised charity events and celebrity exhibitions. The course is known for its strong ties to PGA Tour professionals. Its secluded Hobe Sound setting provides privacy for elite athletes and celebrities. These connections make Medalist one of the most exclusive clubs in South Florida.