hether you’re flirting with the game or already involved, Women on Course opens the door and invites you to enjoy all the benefits the golf lifestyle has to offer.  

You don’t have to spend five hours on the course to take advantage of the networking and social benefits.  Meet like-minded women at our events, which come in a variety of fun and creative formats. We bring you golf and lifestyle speakers, fashionable golf apparel and opportunities to learn and play the game. Connect with members in our virtual clubhouse where you’ll find golf tips, resources, member discounts, contests, forums and more. 

FAQ's

Q: What is Women on Course?
Women on Course is dedicated to connecting and encouraging participation in the golf lifestyle by highlighting the business, social and fitness benefits of the game. We’ve designed a national event and online program, which removes the intimidation and classic barriers that have caused women to overlook the game. We invite women to participate by positioning golf in a welcoming environment among business women with similar interests. Through a variety of creative event formats, entry to golf programs, membership, and access to ‘women welcome’ resources Women on Course makes it easy for players of all skill levels to become involved in the golf lifestyle.

Q: Do I have to be a golfer to attend a Women on Course event?
Not at all, in fact one third of our guests have very little knowledge of the game. Women on Course designs events that fit a busy women’s schedule. Happy Hour/Lunch and Spa formats provide a welcome environment for women of all skill levels to meet others with similar business and golf interests. Golf events provide a choice of activities ranging from our signature clinics to course play at some of the most beautiful and challenging courses in the country.

Q: Who typically attends Women on Course events?
Women on Course guests and members are fun, interesting and accomplished women from varied and diverse backgrounds. They are women looking for an introduction to the game or access to other players. They may or may not be a regular golfer, but our members see the value golf brings to her business and personal life.

Q: What are the benefits of Women on Course membership?
We make it easy to participate in the golf lifestyle! We’ve done the work to line up ‘women welcome’ resources to help you become involved. Members enjoy preferred rates to all Women on Course events as well as access to play at private courses. Membership includes substantial discounts on a custom collection of golf and lifestyle services and events, savings on fashion, equipment, accessories, wine and more. Join today (link to join page) and receive a free gift!

Q: How is Women on Course different from other women’s golf organizations?
Most golf organizations focus on one thing -- organized golf activities focused on getting the ball in the hole. While we offer events to play and learn the game, our focus is to connect women with ALL the benefits that the golf lifestyle has to offer. We facilitate business and social networking, and highlight the fashion, fitness, travel, wine and luxury components which surround the world of golf. So even when you are not swinging a club, you can live the golf lifestyle and take part in all the benefits.

Q: Are there local chapters?
Women on Course is managed at the national level and is not organized into chapters. The national event team plans and facilitates monthly Signature and Play Day events in over 20 US cities that are all open to members and guests. Signature Events are designed for larger groups of women managed on site by Women on Course staff. Play Days are scheduled to accommodate smaller casual outings, with a local Women on Course Member Ambassador appointed to welcome guests and facilitate onsite.

spent most of my life thinking golf was a terribly boring game, and I could find a million other ways to spend my leisure hours. So, how did I end up creating a national organization introducing and connecting women to the golf lifestyle?

Once upon a time I was married, balancing three small children and a full time career as a television producer. On Saturday mornings, my husband would leap out of bed to meet his golf buddies only to return Sunday after dinner. After nine years, I decided to make my ‘single’ mom status official.

Every man I met seemed to have a fixation on golf so I decided to be clear right up front. “I have three small children, and golfers need not apply”. It worked...until I met Mark. I later found out he carried a 2 handicap (and that’s golf we’re talking about).  

Fast Forward:  We recently celebrated our second wedding anniversary! 

So how did I go from golf widow to golf entrepreneur? Mark introduced me to the game by creating experiences he knew I’d enjoy. To ensure I’d get hooked he made sure I could master the swing with a few basic lessons. Yes, swinging a golf club for 30 minutes is a terrific workout, and ‘keep your eye on the ball’ is not a golf lesson. (my ex- husband’s one and only attempt to get me into the game)

Next, we attended a PGA tournament and I loved walking the course to follow the players. What a fabulous alternative to enjoying a spectator sport. But it was the vacation that followed that sealed the deal. We traded a long winter weekend for a golf resort getaway. I shopped for sporty new outfits, spent my days in the sun and used the course as my daily exercise. I discovered that golf is a great way focus my mind and share quality time. We ended each day with chardonnay and a sunset … I was hooked!  

I just had to share my new passion and found the opportunity. What began as a golf television pilot has grown into a rewarding career introducing and connecting women to the golf lifestyle.  

So what am I doing on Saturday mornings? Heading to the golf course with my family : )

— Donna Hoffman,
President and Founder
Women on Course