Welcome To Your Club Watch on Golf About Amenities Guest Information Ledgerock Golf Club. I asked him where one gets an LSU Tiger-themed cake in rural Pennsylvania and he credited the internet and some thoughtful planning for making the party an annual success. Request Membership Information Membership at LedgeRock Golf Club is by invitation only. The more rugged the property is, the more spectacular the possibilities for the final product. View Website EXPLORE THE COURSE MAP. A young club that opened in 2007, LedgeRock sports three holes of more than 600 yards and measures over 7,200 yards from the tips. Hes outside the box. Alan FitzGerald (Photo courtesy of Alan Fitzgerald). "He had a lot of staying power," Bator said. The Ledgerock Golf Club is a private 18 hole facility located near Reading, Pennsylvania. I think we had 23 inches of rain that first July. Our fortunes are frankly going the other way, Heller said. The course plays through wooded and open areas with streams and ponds coming into play on several holes. Juliet was really one of the first two big resort developments in all of Ireland, FitzGerald says, noting that The K Club is the other. With his foresight, Graffis helped advance the game in numerous ways, from founding the National Golf Foundation and the Club Managers Association of America to his work advocating on behalf of superintendents and elevating their profile. FitzGerald arrived at LedgeRock during the tree-clearing process, and despite his in-house construction credentials, was not expecting to be involved in building LedgeRock. The LedgeRock Golf Club created two special types of membership: National candidates for LedgeRock Golf Club membership cannot live within 100 miles of the club. I had a much better year. The golf shop is open year-round and between Halvonik and his PGA Assistant Professional, Bill Kindoll, someone is always on duty to help members with their retail needs, or in the winter, to make sure the indoor hitting bays, located in the clubs Learning Center, are stocked with balls for member practice. The Blinder business accounts for the other 3 percent, but because its all above board, fielding a Blinder call in the middle of the day is seamless and unremarkable, to be honest. I wouldnt say Ive procrastinated on it, but I couldve done it sooner It was a handy excuse to get out of jury duty.. And here I am 25 years later.". As it is, he says, Id say 97 percent of my day is still centered on LedgeRock and day-to-day maintenance operations and the renovation we have going here.
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4.4 Course acreage is simply worth way more as housing, if the zoning allows it. Essentially, the base is compactable road stone, a solid, consistent surface that water runs along and does not penetrate, he says. Membership is by invitation only. It allows me to bring in fresh product throughout the year knowing that its going to sell, he said. Miller says the building offers meeting rooms with technical and presentation systems and is Wi-Fi enabled for everyones convenience. LedgeRock was designed by Rees Jones and captures the essence of a classic old style course with scenic beauty and original landscapes. It is a hub of activity that includes private and group instruction, practice sessions and various social gatherings. Wherever FitzGerald has found himself, hes shown a remarkable ability to find work (and high-caliber professional training) at the finest, most ambitious golf facilities around. The Herb Graffis Businessperson of the Year Award is named in honor of Golfdoms founder, World Golf Hall of Fame member Herb Graffis. Gerry Heller, CCM manages the course as the General Manager. Not a boring course to play. 1 Greenbriar Dr. Mohnton, PA 19540-9307. But costs could climb above $1000 per month when you add in various fees such as storage and golf cart fees. "I don't get excited much, but that was something that was very exciting." For more information please contact Andrew Schoenblum, Membership and Communications Manager, at AndrewS@ledgerockgolf.com. When it comes to golf, members practice year-round on the indoor putting and chipping green. But the benefits versus the costs didnt make it worthwhile, in my opinion, FitzGerald says. That's due to the cost of the raw materials and that we install it. More. It also tends to build up the diverse, real-world experience that sets elite golf course superintendents apart. What none of these clubs did was adjust proactively to what has become a new, broader, and still evolving market, one that includes more millennials, minorities and women. Alan was totally upfront with us about this, and we frankly viewed it as an opportunity for him as a valued employee and for us as a club, Heller says. Mikls Breitner is a savvy, well-connected senior golf club marketing professional with extensive, All Rights Reserved By Golf Business Monitor Privacy Policy, Gauging the Impact of Private Club Trends. They may play up to 20 rounds of golf per year and have access to all club facilities, including overnights at Kohl Lodge, the club's on-site guest cottage . Its a big investment no matter what product you choose, so its got to last. Like a car dealer, Kiam starred in his own commercials. x[moH N:MA$3
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"He was a Penn State grad, I had friends there and my dad's family was from around there. They stayed with it, so thats what we did as well.. "I just shake my head and say 'Don't ask. Larry Hirsh, the owner of Conshohocken, Pa.-based Golf Property Analysts says. Hes been (at LedgeRock) since the beginning and theyre glad they hired him there.. Everything here is four-wheel drive.". That debt burden is the reason so many clubs have, in the last decade, sold out to corporate management companies like ClubCorp (North Hills CC, Hartefeld National in Avondale) and Concert Golf Properties (White Manor in Malvern, Philmont in Huntingdon Valley). In this uncertain market (an average of 150 courses have closed each year since 2008, according to the National Golf Foundation), LedgeRock has thrived by doubling down on golf itself. He is asking $550,000 for basic membership. He was that guy.". At first, I just wanted to get it done, but when I did it, it was very emotional. "The first year there was miserable, but then it became fun. How do I get it here? tennis courts, swimming pools, spa & wellness services, fitness, etc.). Well see how this new market reacts.. These are essential for both sides. Coming from a place like Pine Valley, theres an expectation and hes fulfilled those expectations, because LedgeRock is as good as Pine Valley. Ledge Rock Golf Club, Mohnton, PA About Andrew Andy Miller is the Director of Instruction at LedgeRock Golf Club in Mohnton, PA. endobj
The secondary thing is, if the club said, No way, you have to be prepared for that and have a Plan B. Miller highlighted the special programs he offers, especially the junior golf opportunities. Be it standard, regional or national, membership in LedgeRock Golf Club is offered by invitation only and remains subject to the board of managers approval. A pair of golf experts are teaming up to lead one of Berks County, Pa.'s private golf clubs through its first major renovation, WFMZ 69 News out of Allentown/Reading, Pa. reported. The private club market is certainly changing faster and more dynamically than any time during my 30 years in this business, said LedgeRock GC General Manager Gerry Heller. Just like RSMs 2017-2018 trends in private clubs study, Global Golf Advisors Gauging the Impact of Private Club Trends found that club dining operations represent the most popular member amenity. Hes personable, and a hard worker thats why he is where he is today. It is with all due respect that we present this award in Mr. Graffis honor. Its awful to see clubs closing. The exacerbating factor is often club debt, much of it accrued prior to 2008 recession. 1 Greenbriar Dr , Mohnton , , 19540-9307. LedgeRock Golf Club has been crafted from 210 acres of pristine land from a former nursery, farm and estate, featuring open fields, ponds, elevation changes and wooded areas. "He's from Ireland, so I felt sorry for him," Bator joked. Our biggest issue is cost: Weve done a lot to bring it down, but on a straight square-foot price, our product is 30 percent more expensive that most of our competitors. Membership is by invitation only. Your email address will not be published. If you want to hit all the clubs in your bag play here.". WILLIAMSBURG, VA | Enjoy 2 nights' accommodations at Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection and 2 rounds of golf at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club - Gold & Green Courses. USE OF AND/OR REGISTRATION ON ANY PORTION OF THIS SITE CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF OURVISITOR AGREEMENT(UPDATED 1/6/23),PRIVACY AND COOKIES NOTICE(UPDATED 1/4/23) ANDCALIFORNIA PRIVACY NOTICE. LedgeRock employs three PGA Professionals, including PGA Head Professional, Zach Halvonik and PGA Director of Instruction, Andy Miller, a 2020 GRAA Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professional. It reimagines the traditional country club model. He says his biggest sellers are TaylorMade, Callaway and PING, all quality brands to go with the impressive roster of apparel lines he highlighted. We had a 100-year storm, then a 300-year storm (a) pattern that seemed to repeat all summer. At the time, I was young, and I had no idea how huge it was. "I had just returned from Ireland when I met him. But B-list clubs like their member-owned, equity brethren across the nation are fighting like the dickens to survive. Welcome To Your Club Watch on Golf About Amenities Guest Information Thats so important in todays world. Mt. Panelists. Play golf at Ledge Rock Golf Club, located at 1 Greenbriar Dr Mohnton, PA 19540-9307. And quite honestly, there are a lot of folks out there whose clubs are housing developments today. Every hole looks different. This membership includes unlimited Golf and Club Amenities, listed on page 2, for the primary Member, spouse and any children under the age of 23 who are living at home or a full-time student. The LedgeRock Golf Club created two special types of membership: Be it standard, regional or national, membership in LedgeRock Golf Club is offered by invitation only and remains subject to Board of Managers approval. I will tell you right away, how the LedgeRock Golf Club has thrived by doubling down on golf itself. Ledgerock Golf Club Targets May Reopening For New Hole, Rees Jones Returning To Enhance Southeast Pennsylvania Course. Miller plans ahead and prepares a season-ending party with cakes and party products of the teams represented in the competition. 2020 was fraught with challenges, of course, but as has been the case with golf facilities across the country, LedgeRock added 95 new members to its ranks and still has room to grow. Great layout that is very challenging. They represent opportunity for LedgeRock, as well.. I think the world of Alan, he did a wonderful job here, says longtime Pine Valley GC Superintendent Rick Christian. "They told me when they designed their machines they never would run on a hill like this. After a stint as assistant working for Rick Christian at historic Pine Valley in New Jersey, FitzGerald has spent the past 18 years as superintendent at vista-rich LedgeRock Golf Club in Mohnton, Pennsylvania, a remote area near Reading. LedgeRock is a Golf Club owned by its Members. As a kid in Ireland, Alan FitzGerald discovered more than 25 years ago that the best route to becoming a golf course superintendent would include going to the United States - at least for formal education. Our premier event of the year, The Rock Member Guest, was an absolute blast! Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists, Fantastic golf course. LedgeRock General Manager Gerry Heller, a 25-year golf hospitality veteran, recognizes that the arrangement with FitzGerald and Blinder is unique. The bunkers at LedgeRock couldnt wait that long. (Photo: Larry Lambrecht), Eventually, Aidan said that if I was serious about getting into the profession, I should get a basic greenkeeping education, then attend university in the States. lzu. Their traditional country club cultures resisted these changes, said Hirsh, owner of Conshohocken, Pa.-based Golf Property Analysts. As you know, private golf clubs are closing, redeveloping and converting to public play in record numbers. Its seamless, and being rubber, its just more flexible than anything else. In 2020, he had 36 kids comprising four teams and competing in various skills competitions. I think having to continuously resell the same dining experience is a tough challenge. It was a big moment," said FitzGerald. Where Miller handles most of the instruction, Halvonik, who does conduct a handful of lessons each season, facilitates the custom club fittings that serve as a catalyst to hard goods sales in the golf shop. It was not a formal education, but it was extensive. "Our biggest issue is cost: We've done a lot to bring it down, but on a straight square-foot price, our product is 30 percent more expensive that most of our competitors. Its about engaging the young kids, often between 6 and 13 years of age, in a fun and supportive environment. The tenacity of the founders was really amazing. Inhindsight, meeting Dick Bator was huge for me. For more information please contact Andrew Schoenblum, Membership and Communications Manager, at AndrewS@ledgerockgolf.com. The course rating is 0.0 and it has a slope rating of 0 on Bent grass. Aidan told me 'if you want to do this, you need to go to the States.' Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists. TUNKHANNOCK, PA | Enjoy 3 nights' accommodations at Shadowbrook Resort and 2 rounds of golf at Shadowbrook Golf Course. Its also hard to come by the aggregates you need in some cases.. Even though the greens were just aerated last week, they still rolled pretty true and were very receptive to approach shots. According to FitzGerald, in 10 years and more than 1,000 bunkers, there have been zero failures. Call (610) 777-9705 for more information. LedgeRock Golf Club opened in 2006 on 212 acres of terrain marked by striking elevation changes and riven by half a dozen roaring brooks. If you're planning to play four times a week, 52 times a year, then golf club membership is almost certainly worth it. Play is limited to members at this private facility. Individual Golf Membership Monthly Dues $195.00 This membership includes unlimited Golf and Club Amenities, listed on page 2, for the In 2005, when FitzGerald first pondered how to address the continuing washout issue, bunker-liner technology was still in its infancy. I would also think about how could the club help their members grow not just on a social level, but on a financial and intellectual level. Blinders short answer was Yes. But leaving it there would gloss over and considerably shorten a pretty good, thoroughly trans-Atlantic story. Estimates for the cost of membership at Augusta National cover quite a range, with Golf.com estimating a club initiation . He is always willing to learn and is always doing his research..
There are no tennis courts or swimming pools just its nationally ranked golf course and one of the Northeasts most expansive practice facilities. 2 0 obj
How will that work for you? We had that kind of relationship. Required fields are marked *. The club member wants to thrive and grow and feel the value of his membership. No local tournaments listed for this course. This involvement often leads to kids joining his more golf-specific programs that drive membership as mentioned briefly already. On the uphill, par 4 17th hole, the cross bunker was removed so the hole would be more playable for every caliber player and the landing area was significantly widened and regraded. He was on committees, greens committees, whatever. The challenge for LedgeRock is its location. 2019 Herb Graffis Businessperson of the Year: Alan FitzGerald. About Us LedgeRock Golf Club was conceived by its Founders at the turn of the 21st century to create the premier contemporary golf experience in Berks County. Its perhaps no surprise that FitzGerald believes in the Blinder product; on some level, every entrepreneurial venture requires that belief. Golf Courses, Sinking Spring, PA
Its just an ideal piece of property for an old style course.. But B-list clubs like their member-owned, equity brethren across the nation are fighting to survive. "Coming to New York City from Kilkenny was a culture shock," he said. Juliet, 18 miniature USGA spec greens with gravity-powered water features! Alan really knows how to relate to people, Jones says. Enjoy the great view of 16, 17, 18, and 1 as you sit on the patio enjoying a post round drink or meal. Categories of Membership, For the Avid Golfer, For the Traveling Golfer, Culinary . "Seriously, what impressed me about him was his ability at a young age to think outside the box to get things accomplished.". Required fields are marked *. The Ledgerock Golf Club is a private 18 hole facility located near Reading, Pennsylvania. But as a regional club, its market actually extends well past Harrisburg, north of Reading, south to Lancaster and all the way into the western Main Line suburbs.
LedgeRock Golf Club in Mohnton, Pennsylvania is flush with wide, sweeping views. Golf Courses, Wernersville, PA
LedgeRock Golf Club offers several categories of membership to fit your needs. Wed fix everything after a storm and everything would just wash out again, FitzGerald says with a shrug. By 1996, he was off to Penn State. LedgeRock captures the essence of a classic, old style course by maintaining the scenic beauty and elegant rustic nature of the original landscape. GOLF DIGEST MAY EARN A PORTION OF SALES FROM PRODUCTS THAT ARE PURCHASED THROUGH OUR SITE AS PART OF OUR AFFILIATE PARTNERSHIPS WITH RETAILERS. Ledgerock Golf Course - Mohnton, Pennsylvania, Birdsboro, PA
(Photo: Larry Lambrecht), I wasnt hired as any sort of construction superintendent. Jones and his associates were in Mohnton all year revamping the par-3 10th. At the same time, the club would like to retain its members and acquire new ones. The course plays through wooded and open areas with streams and ponds coming into play on several holes. With meeting space indoors and a spacious patio outdoors that overlooks the range, its a popular member gathering spot. August 20, 2021. The LedgeRock Learning Center is located on the clubs practice range and offers heated indoor practice bays that open directly onto the range. Community building is about relationship building. Thats due to the cost of the raw materials and that we install it. Welcome to one of the most beautiful golf courses along the East Coasttucked away as. This is a very dramatic site topographically. Amenities 5.0 100.0% Recommend this course 1 out of 1 reviews Read Reviews About Holes 18 Type Private Par 72 Length 7245 yards Slope 153 Rating 75.6 Satellite Layout Tees Track Rounds Scorecard Course Details Year Built 2006 Fairways Bent Grass Greens Bent Grass Architect Rees Jones (2006) Keith Evans (2006) Rentals/Services Carts Yes Clubs Yes Golf Courses, Denver, PA
In fact, his signature pitch line made him a minor celebrity: I liked the shaver so much, I bought the company.. During the Great Recession, LedgeRock focused on a regional strategy to help broaden its membership base, though the course didnt stabilize until 2011. All the latest stories & news from the Major PGA Championships. Thats how I ended up at Penn State.. Please know that it is the responsibility of the host to advise the vendor of our club policies. What you wont see on the primary scorecard is a nine-hole short course that measures 1,298 yards and has a scorecard of its own. Alan Fitzgerald was really impressed with Blinders heavy, porous, seamless and flexible design. The exacerbating factor is often club debt, much of it accrued prior to the 2008 recession. If we want to build a community in our private golf club and not just manage a private golf club then we have to help our members to build relationships with each other. Input Score
John Reitman Something O'Hara said stuck with FitzGerald, who got the assistant's job at Pine Valley in 1998 on the recommendation of Dick Bator, before graduating to LedgeRock in 2004. 6 one day and asks me, Will you be able to mow that bank? Their dues and initiation fees are slightly higher full membership is more expensive still but regional member may play up to 50 rounds a year. . Well see how this new market reacts. Current member? The most outstanding feature at Ledgerock is the dramatic topography. That debt burden is the reason so many clubs have, in last decade, sold out to corporate management companies. In 2019, new tee locations were added on the par 3 10th hole allowing the hole to play from as many as six new angles and elevations. Powered by Invision Community, Becoming a superintendent was always in the cards for LedgeRock's FitzGerald, Copyright 1994-2022, Turnstile Publishing Company. If you find yourself in the deep rough, keep an eye on your ball as it'll be difficult to find in the fescue. Each one has their strong and weak points. Their dues and initiation fees are slightly higher full membership is more expensive still but regional member may play up to 50 rounds a year. If I were a private golf clubs manager in addition to investing in customer experience development, I would also try to create a sense of community. As Jones explains, There are a lot of sites for elevated tees and greens, and that means the course will have spectacular visibility. It was a magnificent place to work. The par-4 17th is slated for renovation next year. We havent made any real money on this venture yet. You could roll it up like a carpet if you had a big enough lift.. Back in the early 1980s, a fellow named Victor Kiam made himself famous by going on television to sell Remington electric shavers. He described Fall Junior Team Golf as a combination of Drive, Chip and Putt and PGA Jr. League skills contests with a college football theme. FitzGerald, a native of Castlecomer, a small town in the southeast of Ireland near Kilkenny, came to the U.S. in 1996 to attend Penn State. And, its our strong feeling that national and regional memberships are part of the reason why. 3 0 obj
Posted By This trend is not limited to the Hamptons. Weve had people switch clubs to take advantage of our junior golf program or join LedgeRock in addition to their original club, Miller mentioned. Miller gets jerseys made up with the LedgeRock logo AND the logo of the college football program represented by each team. Getting members on the golf course helps boost participation in member events. Enjoy some of the best golf in Pennsylvania throughout the season with one of our great membership opportunities. He has received numerous accolades throughout his career. Thats what I did with most of these companies selling the liner technologies, FitzGerald recalls. The PGA of America is made up of nearly 29,000 PGA Professionals who are ready to help you further your love for the game of golf. " FitzGerald said. You'll discover it's more than just a golf lesson. Thats what the club gets out of it, and we see that as a pretty good deal., Most recently, Blinder outfitted all the bunkers at Skippack GC in Eastern Pennsylvania, but FitzGerald is clear-eyed about the challenges ahead. In that sense, the interaction was just the same: Can you send me a sample? The bunkers here regularly washed from the time the sand went into them. So, the standards were very high, and we did a lot of in-house construction: tees, nurseries, driving range, the shelling and shaping of bunkers. The Rees Jones design has top-to-bottom elevation changes of some 80 feet and severe slopes at every turn that make mowing a real-life adventure. By looking at the course and speaking with its PGA Professionals, Im sure if they opened it up to more outings, groups would be knocking down their door. Further down the hill sits Kohl Lodge, where national and regional members can stay the night. I emailed (Blinder) out of the blue. I was hired to be the golf course superintendent, to grow the course in, he said. I dont see a reason why other superintendents couldnt swing the same sort of arrangement, if the right opportunity comes up. Located about 90 minutes from Philadelphia, in Mohnton, Pennsylvania, LedgeRock Golf Club is a private 18-hole facility with 340 members who enjoy exemplary golf and dining services. For instance, kids will have to run forty yards, make a two-foot putt and run back. . Discover golf near you. According to some estimates, 50% of private golf club members eat at their club 1 out of 10 dining out experiences. LedgeRock Golf Club offers 6 sets of tees, allowing golfers of all abilities to choose an experience designed for their level of expertise and desire for challenge. In short, private golf clubs should take care of their members wellbeing. Search for fun things to do in your area led by PGA Professionals. Course has a ton of character. 4 0 obj
3,732 were here. I recently spoke with Halvonik and Miller, and they were all too willing to share some stories from their club, as well as details of their golf shop, member events and Learning Center. The Founders recognized that the finest golfing venues available to local . stream
He also spoke of The Greenbriar Cup, a season-long Match Play event, and said they host 6-10 corporate and charitable outings each year, a number that works well within the business plan of the management team at LedgeRock. Golf Courses. LedgeRock Golf Club has been crafted from 210 acres of pristine land from a former nursery, farm and estate, featuring open fields, ponds, elevation changes and wooded areas. days before the event. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Thats ultimately why he was drawn to the Blinder product, which, in his opinion, creates an all-new third category with its heavy, porous, seamless and flexible design. Even though it is within tolerance, they never thought they would be used to mow anything like this.". But after some 15 years of research, test bunkers and cost-benefit analyses, he believes hes found the best bunker liner system out there. 1 track on the planet. The transition to life in the United States was difficult at first, mostly due to cultural differences between the U.S. and Ireland, where no one much cares how old you are when ordering a beer. This is why I thought to bring a positive example of the LedgeRock Golf Club (in suburban Philadelphia: 15 minutes southwest of Reading). Graffis was one of the first people to think of golf as a business when he and his brother Joe founded Golfdom in 1927. Indeed, it is a hidden gem among the many fine courses in southeastern Pennsylvania. Crossing paths with Bator changed the trajectory of his career. Take a look at the scorecard and youll see five sets of tees that serve golfers of all skill levels. The big thing, obviously, is to be sure the club is on board. There, he encountered Aidan OHara, CGCS, who had learned his trade, in part, at Muirfield Village in the other Dublin (Ohio), and whom FitzGerald and others credit for first bringing U.S. agronomic standards to Ireland. 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