Boca West Country Club
Boca West Country Club is a private, member-owned resort-style destination in Boca Raton with expansive luxury amenities. It features four championship golf courses, tennis and pickleball courts, a full wellness spa, and multiple clubhouses hosting dining, lounges, pools, and fitness facilities. The recent lifestyle center includes a card room, game lounge, business center, cabana bar, and renovated aquatic complex. Its club amenities are supported by a high level of service and a vibrant social calendar of events. Membership grants access to an integrated world of sports, leisure, and dining experiences.
The community lies in the west Boca Raton region within a gated, master-planned enclave of about 1,400 tropical acres. It’s served by the Boca West Master Association, which maintains common facilities and promotes resident engagement. Homes range from luxury estates and villas to boutique condominiums, often with golf or lake views. Residents enjoy proximity to shopping, dining, cultural venues, and the beaches of Boca Raton. The community fosters social clubs, charitable programs, and a strong neighborly atmosphere.
Boca West Golf Courses
Boca West’s golf courses are championship-style layouts designed by Arnold Palmer, Jim Fazio and Pete Dye, each with unique challenges. The courses feature paspalum fairways with Bermuda or TifEagle greens, maintained in pristine condition year-round. The Dye IV course measures about 6,954 yards, with a slope of 133 and par 72, and rating approximately 72.7 from the yellow tees. It includes many strategically placed bunkers, several water holes, and signature Dye risk-reward routing. Hole No. 3 (par 5) and No. 10 (par 5) are standout signature holes with memorable design and challenge.
Other courses like Palmer I and Fazio II range from about 6,449 to 6,838 yards and carry typical slope and rating spreads. Palmer I offers broad fairways but subtle green contours, and Fazio II includes dramatic waterfalls and tight approaches. Each course has numerous bunkers and water hazards interwoven throughout for strategic variety. The greens are fast and true, demanding touch and precision in scoring. Signature holes include a long par 5 on Palmer I and a risk-reward par 4 on Fazio II near water.
Boca West Membership Cost and Initiation Fees
Boca West Country Club’s initiation fee for new members is currently about $149,900, plus an equity deposit of around $100. A new membership contract signed before October 1, 2024, avoids a planned increase to a $150,000 joining fee. Members also pay a Social Base annual dues of approximately $22,593, which is mandatory for all. A Golf membership add-on, which includes racquet sports, costs about $5,745.90 extra for families.
Other annual charges include trail fees (~$2,899.70 for family) and cart fees (~$5,975.95 for family). For individuals, the base dues (Social) similarly run ~$22,593 and the golf add-on is ~$4,162.30 in 2024–2025. Golf membership includes unlimited golf, tennis, and other amenities beyond base privileges. Trail and cart fees for individual members are ~$2,327.25 and ~$4,724.05 respectively. Locker, bag storage, handicap services, and other incidentals may incur extra cost. All dues and fees may be revised annually by the club’s board and communicated to members.
Boca West Guest, Greens and Cart Fees
Guest green fees at Boca West vary depending on season and course, and all guests must be accompanied by a golf member. Daily non-member green fees start around $74 on weekend dates. For midweek or less-busy days, a reduced guest rate of about $40 to $45 applies. Cart rental is compulsory and adds a significant cost per round. The club limits guest play to six rounds per membership year per individual guest.
Stay & Play packages include golf and cart fees bundled with lodging, meals, and facility access (seasonally $550 to $750). Guests outside packages may pay elevated peak rates on major holidays. Cart fees are included with the greens fee in most guest offers. All guest rounds are subject to availability and member priorities. Guest rates are reviewed and adjusted annually by the club.
Boca West Golfing Staff and Members
Boca West’s golf staff includes Travis Wehrs as Director of Golf, Mike Bove as Head Golf Professional, Kevin Terry as Director of Play, Meg Botting as Tournament Director, and Pam Elders in supporting roles. Travis Wehrs spearheads golf innovation, having introduced trials of Bimini Bermuda grass on Fazio II. John Damon recently joined as Senior Assistant Golf Professional under Wehrs’ leadership. The club operates a large golf team—nearly 65 employees—covering play, instruction, tournaments, and agronomy. The staff emphasizes service excellence and player development for members and guests alike.
Famous members or celebrity visitors include Jennifer Hudson, Diana Ross, Jay Leno, and Kenny G, often attending Boca West events. The club hosted the Chrysler Team Championship from 1983 to 1986 on its courses. Boca West encompasses 321 sand traps across its four golf layouts. More than 3,000 families reside within its 55 distinct villages, adding community richness. The club blends championship golf with luxury lifestyle experiences.