Caloosa Golf and Country Club, Sun City Center

Fast facts

• ◆Holes: 18, par 72, championship
• ◆Designer: Ron Garl, established 1978
• ◆Length: about 6,388 yards. Slope 123. USGA rated
• ◆Layout: unique four loop design, never more than three holes from the clubhouse
• ◆Access: member owned private club. Trial memberships available. Age 30 and older eligible
• ◆Practice: driving range, putting green, and a new bunker and chipping area
• ◆Pace: among the fastest pace of play in South Hillsborough County
• ◆Address: 2115 Caloosa Blvd, Sun City Center, FL 33573
• ◆Pro shop: (813) 634.2870

The course

Ron Garl built a spacious, player friendly championship course with five tee sets and one unusual feature that sets it apart. The routing runs in four loops that each return to the clubhouse, so you are never far from the turn, the grill, or your cart. Fairways are generous, conditions are well kept, and the club is proud of one of the fastest pace of play records in the area.

How to play it and how to join

Caloosa is member owned and member governed. You must be a member to book a tee time. The club offers an easy trial membership so you can play before you commit, and couples or individuals at least 30 years old are eligible to join. It is not for profit and debt free, which keeps dues honest.

Leagues, tournaments, and social

Caloosa runs club tournaments for men, women, couples, and teams throughout the year, with organized informal games most days and teaching pros for lessons. The social calendar includes dinner and dance parties, a bridge club, karaoke, and golf scrambles, plus a banquet room members can rent.

Best time to play

Season runs November through April and books up with snowbirds, so join or start a trial before you arrive. Mornings are best year round, and the four loop routing makes a quick nine easy any time.

Who it is for

The resident who wants an affordable, friendly, member owned club with fast rounds and a full social calendar.