Your Essential Guide to Membership
Celebrating 40 Years of Ventana Canyon:
As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Ventana Canyon, we're not just marking four decades on the calendar; we're honoring a journey shaped by our founders, members, the land, and a spirit of community. From its early days as part of the Flying V Ranch to its evolution into a premier club and lodge, Ventana Canyon has always been more than a destination. It's a tapestry of shared experiences, resilient community efforts, and a deep respect for our stunning natural surroundings.
Our story begins with the land itself, a testament to the Sonoran Desert's hidden opulence. The early Indigenous people and Spanish settlers recognized this abundance, thriving amidst the mesquite and saguaro, under the watchful eyes of the majestic mountains. By the 1920s, the allure of this enchanting place reached beyond local boundaries, drawing visitors seeking respite from harsh winters to the Flying V Ranch, Ventana Canyon's predecessor.
Imagine the awe of those early visitors, as they traded city skylines for starlit nights and the sounds of nature. They found a world where wild west rodeos, polo grounds, and the unique desert wildlife created an experience unlike any other.
However, Ventana Canyon was destined for even greater heights. In 1983, the Estes Homebuilding Company envisioned a new chapter for this land, transforming part of the Flying V Ranch into the prestigious Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club. This transformation was undertaken with a deep respect for the environment, ensuring that the new developments harmonized seamlessly with the natural landscape.
Over the years, Ventana Canyon has become synonymous with golfing grandeur, luxury living, and environmental stewardship. The opening of the scenic Mountain Course in 1984, followed by the Canyon Course in 1987, set new standards in golfing excellence. The Lodge, with its exclusive private club suites, became a haven for those seeking an intimate, luxurious experience.
Our Club's resilience and community spirit shone brightly in 2003, when faced with uncertain futures. The Ventana Canyon Alliance, formed by visionary club members, secured the property's legacy, steering it towards becoming the premier member-owned country club and destination resort in the Southwest.
As we look back, we are filled with gratitude for the recognition and awards that underscore our commitment to excellence. But more importantly, we cherish the enduring friendships and memories that our members and guests have created here. It's these personal stories, these shared experiences, that truly define the spirit of Ventana Canyon.
As we step into the next 40 years, we do so with the same awe and reverence for the land that has been our foundation. The mountain vistas, the desert wildlife, and the strong community bonds remain at the heart of our Club. Ventana Canyon is more than a destination; it's a legacy, a community, and a testament to the harmonious coexistence of nature and human ingenuity.
Here's to celebrating our past, embracing our present, and eagerly anticipating our future. Together, we continue to write the story of Ventana Canyon, a story of enchantment, excellence, and enduring memories.
Welcome to Our Ventana
Kimberly Wood CEO and General Manager
On behalf of the entire team at Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club, it is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to you as you’ve joined our Ventana Canyon family. As CEO & General Manager, I am proud to introduce you to our vibrant community, where passion for recreation, camaraderie, and excellence converge.
Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club stands for excellence in Tucson, Arizona, proudly celebrating 40 years of unparalleled service and dedication to our members. For two decades, we have flourished under the guidance of our valued member-ownership, Ventana Canyon Alliance, nurturing a culture of inclusivity and shared experiences that define who we are today.
At Ventana Canyon, we aim to cultivate an environment where every member feels valued, inspired, and at home. We are committed to fostering a sense of belonging while providing amenities, services and experiences that enrich the lives of our community. Whether you're seeking championship golf, exhilarating racquet sports, or simply a place to unwind and connect with friends, we are dedicated to delivering unparalleled service and experiences that elevate your lifestyle.
Stewardship, Exceptional Service, Community, Excellence and Personal Warmth form the cornerstone of our Club’s values. Upheld by every member of our dedicated team, these principles guide us in everything we do, ensuring that every interaction with Ventana Canyon leaves a lasting impression of quality and authenticity.
This year marks a significant milestone in our journey as we celebrate our 40th anniversary as a Club and our 20th anniversary as member-owned. It is a testament to the unwavering dedication and support of our members that we stand strong and vibrant today, ready to continue the next chapter of our legacy together.
As a member, you gain access to world-class amenities and offerings tailored to suit every lifestyle. From championship golf courses designed by Tom Fazio to our racquet facilities to our lap and resort pools and a vibrant social calendar, there's something for everyone to enjoy. We invite you to explore all that Ventana Canyon has to offer.
Once again, welcome to the Ventana Canyon family. We look forward to creating lasting memories together and to sharing in the joys of community, camaraderie, and recreation.
Canyon Family
Michelle K. Smith Director of Membership
We are thrilled to have you as new members at the Club. Whether you're here to enjoy a round of golf, a dip in the pool, or simply to relax and meet new friends, we believe you'll find our Club to be a special place.
Please know that our team is here to assist you with any needs or inquiries you may have. Whether it's regarding club amenities, events, or any other matter, we encourage open communication and active participation from all our members.
As part of our commitment to keeping you informed and involved in the vibrant life of Ventana, I want to remind you of the various communication channels available to you:
Club Website: Stay up-to-date with the latest news, events, and announcements by regularly visiting our private club website. It's your go-to source for real-time information: ventanacanyonmember.com
Club App: For convenience at your fingertips, be sure to download and utilize our Club's mobile app. Receive instant notifications, access event details, and connect with fellow members.
Sunday Member Update: Every Sunday, we send out a Member Update through our Member Communications Office. Look out for this weekly email update to stay informed about upcoming events and special announcements.
Ventana Vistas - Monthly Newsletter: Our monthly newsletter, "Ventana Vistas," is your comprehensive guide to all things happening at the club. Delivered via email at the end of each month, it provides in-depth features, highlights, and a preview of what's ahead.
Should you have any questions or concerns at any point, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly at 520.577.4012. Your satisfaction and enjoyment are our top priorities, and I am here to ensure you have the best club experience possible.
Once again, welcome to Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club. We're genuinely looking forward to a lasting and joyful connection with you.
Stay Connected
Download the Club's Mobile App!
Here's how to get started:
Search "Ventana Canyon" in the App or Google Play store and download the app Your credentials to login are:
________________________ username is: __________and password is: ________________
________________________ username is: __________and password is: ________________
Username: your member number; note: If you are the secondary member of your household, you will need to add the capital letter "A" to the end of your five-digit member number.
Password: your last name in lower case letters.
When prompted, be sure to enable location services and push notifications for the best app experience and to stay connected with the Club. As well as add your photo for approval.
Everything at the Club is literally at your fingertips:
• View and register for upcoming Club events
• Receive important announcements and detailed information about golf, tennis, pickleball, swimming, fitness, dining, and special events
• View Club news
• Book tee times
• Reserve court times
• Request dinner reservations
• View your statement
• View the member directory
• Update your profile photo
with the Club
Log on to Our Private Club Member Website
For the best experience, you must connect the app to our private member website. Open the App Menu (bottom right) and go to STAY CONNECTED. From here, go to the Club Calendar. You will be asked to log in again but this time, to the club website where you can make event reservations.
Ventana Canyon Member Website: www.ventanacanyonmember.com
________________________ username is: __________and password is: ________________
________________________ username is: __________and password is: ________________
Username: your member number, note: If you are the secondary member of your household, you will need to add the capital letter "A" to the end of your five-digit member number.
Password: your first initial and last name in lower case letters.
These website login credentials can be used from a personal computer, laptop, ipad or tablet.
Upon entering our private website AND App, you can:
• View important club documents such as by laws and rules
• Member Online Statements
• Access and search the member and staff directory online…and much more.
• “Make a Tee Time” request in Chelsea. For more information on Chelsea, see pages 28-29.
The website and app are extremely helpful tools once your login credentials are established and you become familiar with them. We welcome any questions, comments, or concerns. Again, welcome to the Club. If we can be of assistance at any time, please feel free to call Michelle K. Smith at 520.577.4012 or Christine Baker-Perry at 520.577.4088.
Ventana Canyon Attire
It is the responsibility of each member, their family, and their guests to adhere to the Club's dress requirements and technology guidelines.
Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Clubhouse Attire
• Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times, except in the locker rooms and pool area.
• Cut-offs and torn clothing may not be worn in the Clubhouse.
• Swim-wear is permitted in the pool and locker areas only.
• Proper golf and tennis attire may be worn in all areas, except during evenings in the Catalina Room where appropriate club attire is required.
• Men shall remove hats in all restaurant and bar areas of the Clubhouse.
Staff are unable to serve those who are not in compliance with the dress code.
Racquet Sports
Racquet attire and sports specific shoes must be worn at all times on the courts. Bathing suits and cut-offs as well as workout attire are not allowed. Shirts are not to be removed at any time.
Attire for the Golf Course & Practice Area
Men
Golf slacks or suitable length shorts are appropriate. Shirts must have sleeves and collars and must always be worn. Proper golf shoes must also be worn. T-shirts, tank tops shirts, cut-offs, swim wear, running shorts, exercise wear, warm-ups not intended for golfers, tennis outfits or jeans (regardless of color or length) will not be allowed.
Women
Includes golf skirts, skorts, shorts and dresses of appropriate length. Athletic leggings are acceptable. Sheer leggings or tights are not allowed. Collared shirts and mock collared shirts are acceptable including racer back shirts with a collar. Proper golf shoes must be worn. Halter tops, tube tops or spaghetti strap tops are not allowed. Cut-offs, swim wear, running shorts, warm-ups not intended for golfers, tennis outfits and jeans of any kind are not allowed.
Pets
Pets are allowed on the patio for outdoor dining. However, pets are not allowed for indoor dining, on our racquet courts or inside the pool areas.
and Conduct Guidelines
Aquatic Complex
Improper conduct will not be tolerated and will be subject to disciplinary action. Cut-off jeans are not permitted as swim wear. Swim wear is permitted in the pool areas and locker rooms only. Children who are not toilet trained are not allowed in the pools when not wearing a sealed diaper. All pool rules and regulations are posted in both pool areas and must be followed.
Music on the Golf Course
Allowed through headphones/earbuds or in the immediate vicinity of your own cart only.
Profanity and Disruptive Behavior
Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club strives to provide a comfortable and enjoyable place for everyone. The behavior of guests at the Club should follow common rules of etiquette and courtesy. Use of foul language, disruptive behavior, excessive noise or disrespectful behavior toward other guests, members or staff are all strictly forbidden.
Alcohol
No outside alcohol is allowed on the golf courses. Any alcoholic beverages must be purchased from the course beverage cart or from The Ventana Bar & Grill. No outside alcohol is allowed on the golf course, racquet courts or in the pool complex.
Technology Guidelines for All Areas:
No audible cellular phones, pagers or similar electronic devices are permitted to be used in the Clubhouse, restaurant, bars,on the golf course, practice areas, fitness center, or on the tennis courts. Such devices are permitted if set to noiseless notification modes for incoming calls and texts. Cellular phone conversations are not permitted within the confines of the Clubhouse or Lodge and should only take place in areas where such conversations will not disrupt golf or tennis play or disturb other members or guests.
Smoking
No smoking on the course or on any practice facilities between May 1st and July 15th and during other times as conditions warrant as identified by the Director of Agronomy. During no smoking conditions reminders will be in golf carts, signage in both golf shops, and with reminders by our players assistants. Any cigarette and/or cigar butts must be disposed of properly. Staff will offer cigar clips when smoking is allowed.
Use of Grounds
Members walking with or without pets are permitted on the golf courses before the first tee time of golf play. All pets must be on a leash no longer than 10 feet at all times. Once golf play has started for the day and until dawn the next morning no members with or without pets are permitted on the golf courses. Dogs must be kept off the greens and out of the bunkers.
Member Sponsored
Pool Facility
Members may have guests at the pool facility, and the Club Bylaws apply based on whether the guests are from out of town (primary residence and/or business is beyond Pima County) or the guests reside in town (primary residence is within Pima County).
For guests residing beyond Pima County: These guests must always carry a guest card and may use the pool facility accompanied or unaccompanied by the Member. However, children under the age of sixteen are not permitted in the aquatic complex and only if accompanied by an adult supervisor for the duration of the visit. Guest cards may be secured at the Membership Office. Guest cards can be issued to a person for up to two (2) weeks in a calendar year. The guest card shall indicate if a guest may charge on the Membership account. Guests not so authorized by the Member shall pay by cash, credit card, or check at the time of any purchase.
For guests residing within Pima County: A Membership may have up to four guests (on a complimentary basis) at the pool facility. After four guests, there is a $5.00 guest fee per day. The Member must accompany guests at the pool facility for the duration of the guests’ visit. Member children between the ages of 16 to 18 are limited to one (1) guest without adult supervision. Above guests who are adults may attend pool aerobic classes at the prevailing rate that at the time of this writing is $10.00 per person per class.
Fitness Facility
A Membership may have up to two (2) guests at one time in the fitness facility whose primary residence and/or business is beyond the Pima County limits. Guests residing in Pima County are not permitted in the fitness center. The allowed guests must carry a guest card (always see above) and may use the fitness center accompanied or unaccompanied by the Member. However, children 13 to 16 years of age are not permitted in the exercise room unless accompanied by an adult supervisor for the duration of the visit. No child aged 12 years and under are allowed in the fitness center. Guest cards may be secured at the Membership Office. Guest cards can be issued to a person for up to two (2) weeks in a calendar year. The guest card indicates if a guest may charge on the Membership account. Guests not so authorized by the Member shall pay by cash, credit card or check at the time of any purchase.
A Membership may have up to two (2) guests join exercise classes at the prevailing rates. At this writing: all classes are $10 per person per class.
For any questions regarding Club pool and fitness facilities and usage please contact the Membership Office of Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club at 520.577.4012.
Guests Rules
Golf Member Guest
All guests must be registered in the Golf Shop before play. Guests are allowed to use the practice facilities on day of play.
No unaccompanied guests are permitted, unless they have obtained a Membership Guest Card from the Membership Office.
An individual shall be permitted to play golf as a guest not more than eight (8) times per calendar year. This limitation applies whether brought as a guest by one member or multiple different members. Playing golf as the guest of a member in a golf association or other member sponsored event, other than the WGA’s Hole In The Wall or the MGA’s Member/Guest Shootout, shall count against the 8-times-per-year limit.
Members are allowed up to three (3) guests on the Members Course on a given day and up to eleven (11) guests on the Resort Course on a given day. All such guests will pay the then-applicable rate for guests of golf members. Any member wishing to bring more than 11 guests must do so through the Club’s group sales department. Guests’ names must be given when booking the tee time. Members not providing the names of guests at least 48-hours before their scheduled tee time will have their tee time cancelled.
Racquet and Social Member's, their guests, and those with a Membership Guest Card may utilitze the practice facility for a fee of $20 for the day.
Racquets Member Guest
Resident guests are limited to a total of eight times per year, but not more than twice per month. Non-resident guests are limited to a total of 15 times per year.
A member must accompany guests and register guests before play. The member shall be charged the applicable fee for each guest. Members may have up to three guests on a given day.
Guests are not to be scheduled to play during times of high court usage without permission from the Director of Racquets Sports and Pickleball Pro.
Club Dining
Catalina Room
Open to Club members only, the Catalina Dining Room offers a special yet easygoing dining experience, complete with views of Arizona’s breathtaking sunsets. Enjoy some of Tucson’s finest cuisine, where our talented chefs put their personal twist on fresh local produce, sustainably caught seafood and top quality meats. Sample our award-winning, eclectic wine list and innovative cocktail menu to complement your meal.
Ventana Bar & Grill
With the stunning Santa Catalinas as your table side view, Ventana Bar & Grill offers a menu designed to suit a more casual dining setting, including a thoughtfully-crafted selection of fresh and flavorful food prepared by our talented chefs. Whether you want to relax with an unbeatable meal, catch your favorite sporting event on TV, or grab a refreshing round of drinks after play, Ventana Bar & Grill is the hub of action to connect with friends and enjoy the convivial atmosphere.
Bar Patio and Catalina/Sabino Patio
Two picturesque patios sit right outside the restaurant, where string lights twinkle above and mountain views beam from afar. With two fire pits and live music on many Saturday nights, it’s the perfect spot to take the chill off a brisk winter night or enjoy a warm summer’s eve.
Member Club Rooms
These areas are reserved for members only. Complimentary beverages throughout the day. Members can enjoy the breakfast and lunch menus in these two areas. Plus co-ed dining in the Men's Grill on Friday and Saturday evenings, and co-ed game nights in the Women's Club Room on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Food and Beverage Minimum Questions and Answers
Q. How much is the minimum?
A. $950.00 annually for families or couples; $600 for individuals, beginning January 1st of each year, and ending December 31st .
Q. I’m joining in mid-year. How much do I have to spend?
A. We will pro-rate your first fiscal year requirement. This will appear as a credit on your monthly statement calculated as $79.00 per month.
Q. What counts toward the minimum?
A. All food and beverages purchased on the Club premises made on your Member Number. (Loews charges are not applicable) This includes the Catalina Room, Bar & Grill, Sabino Patio, Men’s Grill, Ladies’ Lounge, Pool Snack Bar, Golf House, Beverage Carts, and the food and beverage portion of the charge for any event at the Club. Also included are any food and beverage charges for banquets, private parties or other events hosted by a member.
Q. What if I pay cash?
A. Cash purchases for food and beverage do not count toward the minimum.
Q. How will I know how much I’ve spent?
A. Each month your statement will show your used amount credited toward your food & beverage minimum.
Q. What happens if I spend less than the minimum?
A. At the end of the year, if you have not met the minimum, the remaining balance due will be charged to your account.
Q. What if two couples have dinner together?
A. If you want the charge to apply to only one member, you should request one check. If both couples are members, you may request separate checks (let the server know when you are seated).
Q. What about tax and gratuity?
A. Tax and gratuities do not count toward the minimum.
Clayton Robideau VP and Clubhouse Manager, CCM
Welcome to your new home at Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club. I am Clayton Robideau, your Clubhouse Manager, and I am delighted to introduce you to the exceptional dining and wine culture that makes our Club a premier destination.
At Ventana Canyon, we pride ourselves on our delicious food, attentive service, and the spectacular views of Arizona's breathtaking mountains and sunsets. Our culinary offerings are crafted by our talented chefs, they bring a personal twist to fresh local produce, sustainably caught seafood, and top-quality meats. Whether you're joining us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, our dishes are designed to cater to all culinary needs and special dietary requirements.
Our wine culture is equally engaging, featuring an award-winning wine list with selections from prized vineyards and excellent varietal representatives. Exclusive to our members, our Wine Store allows you to purchase fine wines—ideal for stocking up for a party or simply keeping on hand for any occasion.
Our Club is also known for its wine and spirits tastings and private wine dinners, which showcase popular vineyards and offer a community-centered experience celebrating food, family, friends, and fun. Our wine list is so allencompassing that it has garnered "The Award of Excellence" since 2012 from Wine Spectator magazine.
We are thrilled to have you join our community. If there is anything you need to enhance your experience or if you have any questions about the Club dining experience, please feel free to reach out to me.
Jeffrey Yob Director of Catering & Events
I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you with your catering needs at the Club. With decades of experience in creating memorable dining experiences and events, I'm here to ensure that every detail of your event is taken care of.
Tailored Catering Solutions:
Here's just a glimpse of the diverse range of events I can assist you with:
• Anniversary Parties: Celebrate enduring love and commitment with a bespoke catering experience.
• Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, or Receptions Only: Trust me to make your special day truly unforgettable.
• Baby Showers: Welcome the newest addition to your family surrounded by friends and delectable treats.
• Quaint Dinners: Intimate gatherings deserve extraordinary culinary creations.
• Cocktail Receptions: Raise a toast to success and camaraderie with expertly crafted cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
• Graduations: Commemorate academic achievements with a celebration filled with flavor and festivity.
• Corporate Meetings: Impress clients and colleagues alike with catering solutions tailored to your business needs.
• Birthday Parties: From milestone celebrations to themed extravaganzas, I ensure every birthday is celebrated in style.
• Celebration of Life: Honor the memory of loved ones with compassionate service and comforting cuisine.
• Catering To-Go: Enjoy the convenience of our exceptional catering wherever you desire.
Experience Excellence:
At Ventana Canyon, we understand that every event is unique. Let me help elevate your gatherings with exquisite cuisine and thoughtful service. Feel free to reach out to me directly for personalized assistance at 520.577.4084 or via email at jyob@ventanacanyonclub.com
Christine Baker-Perry Director of Member Experience
I'm delighted to extend a warm welcome to each of you as valued members of our prestigious club. As we embark on this journey together, it is our utmost priority to ensure that your experience with us is nothing short of exceptional.
In line with this commitment, we are thrilled to announce a series of events meticulously crafted to enhance your member experience and foster a sense of camaraderie within our community. These events have been designed with our member preferences and interests in mind, aiming to provide unforgettable moments of leisure, and enjoyment.
Here's a glimpse of what's in store for you:
• Indulge in culinary delights curated by our talented chef featuring wine dinners, wine tastings, and guest Chef demonstrations and exclusive experiences to tantalize your taste buds.
• A wide variety of complimentary lectures, including wellness, community, military, sustainability and more.
• Yappy Hours (happy hour for you and your furry friend) including a Doggie Halloween Parade every year.
• Social Mixers: Forge new connections and strengthen existing relationships during our social mixers, parties, and more to facilitate meaningful interactions among members.
• DIY Classes, that have included painting classes, drawing classes, bread making, wreath making, candle making, bath balms, cookie decorating, paint your pets and more.
• Dinner dances, including our famous Season Opener every November, wine tours, trivia nights, Tucson Symphony Orchestra concerts and dinner, annual Member art show and annual car show.
These are just a few highlights of the diverse array of events awaiting you at our esteemed country club. We are committed to continually enriching your membership experience and providing opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and personal growth. Our monthly Ventana Vistas newsletter will let you know everything that is going on at the Club.
Please look at pages 20 and 21 to see some fun photos of our recent events! We look forward to sharing many memorable moments together with you!
Membership Privileges
As a member of the Ventana Canyon, you're entitled to a host of exclusive privileges and benefits:
• Club Membership Ownership: You have the unique opportunity to become a Club member-owner through the Ventana Canyon Alliance, allowing you to have a stake in the club's operations and future.
• Access to Club Member Rooms: Enjoy the use of our Men's and Women's Club Member Rooms, providing comfortable and exclusive spaces for relaxation or meetings, plus a whirlpool spa, sauna and steam room.
• Discounted Accommodation: Receive a 20% discount off the daily rate for suite accommodations at The Lodge for both yourself and your guests, subject to availability.
• Club Swimming Pools: Take advantage of the Club's swimming pools for leisure or exercise purposes.
• Fitness Facility Access: Access the Club's fitness facility and Fitness Instructor to maintain your health and wellness routine.
• Dining Privileges: Enjoy dining experiences at all Club food and beverage venues, including private function rooms for special occasions.
• Charging Privileges: Benefit from convenient charging privileges for facilities and services at Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club.
• Spa Services: Indulge in a range of spa services including facials, skin care, massages, body treatments, manicures, and pedicures, all at exclusive member pricing.
• Discounts on Golf House and Beverage Carts: Receive a 15% discount off menu prices at the Golf House and on Beverage Carts while enjoying a round of golf.
• Waived Event Room Rental Fee: Host catered private parties at the Club without worrying about the event room rental fee.
• Discount on Golf Shop Merchandise: Enjoy a 20% discount off merchandise at the Golf Shop (cost plus 20% applies to all hard good merchandise), allowing you to gear up with the latest equipment and attire for your golfing adventures.
A Glance at Our Member
Luau at the Reserve
Eighties Night Party
Doggie Halloween Parade
2023-2024 Club Events
Casino Night 40th Anniversary Gala
Member Art Show
Woodstock Party
Kids Camps
Summer Camp
Monday - Friday: 9am-4pm May-August
Winter Camp
Monday - Friday: 9am-4pm
During Holiday Break
Spring Camp
Monday- Friday: 9am-4pm During Spring Break
Family Activities
Yearly Brunch with Santa
Yearly Easter Egg Hunt
Yearly Halloween Party
Family Fun Nights
Christmas in July
Kick-off to Summer Pool Party
Dive-in Movies (summer months)
Parents' Night Out
Monthly event: A night out for the parents and a night in for kids! Parents can drop off their children off in a fun and safe environment while they are able to go out.
The children will have a night of fun while playing games, participating in activities, having dinner and more.
Ventana Summer & Winter Swim Team
The Ventana Canyon Swim Team (VCST) – THE GREEN WAVE – is both a year-round USA Swimming Registered Club Team program and an SAAA (Southern Arizona Aquatics Association) Summer League Team. The age range for both Club and Summer Leagues is 5-18 years old.
To compete at the Club level, all swimmers must be able to complete an unassisted, satisfactory length of both freestyle and backstroke. All skill levels are welcome for our Summer League Team.
PGA Junior League
The PGA Jr. League is designed to better socialize the game for boys and girls, ages 13 and under. Captained by PGA Professionals, PGA Jr. League features team vs. team competitions in structured leagues that provide a popular, less stressful scramble format as opposed to stroke-play competition.
For more information, please see page 21 or email JD Lindberg at jdlindberg@ventanacanyonclub. com.
After School
Junior Tennis Clinics
Junior clinics are offered Tuesdays 4:305:30pm for ages 5-8 and 4:30-6pm for ages 9 and up.
For inquiries and to sign up please contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 520.577.4009. Signing up is mandatory.
The cost is $20 per hour.
Bill
Peters, PGA Director of Golf
It is my pleasure to welcome you to Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club! Founded in 1984, Ventana Canyon is rich in tradition and prides itself in providing a first-class experience to its membership. Our two 18-hole Tom Fazio designed championship courses both provide incredible shot value while offering breathtaking views of the Catalina mountains and the greater Tucson valley.
You will quickly notice that when you become a member at Ventana Canyon, you become part of our family. So many of our members have been here for decades, but they know the importance of new members joining each season and always welcome new golfers with open arms. You will find our golf calendar to be filled with a comfortable blend of fun social events along with a few competitive events. We offer association play suitable for all types of golfers. Our Tuesday Men’s Day has two options based on ability. The 9-hole Ladies play on Mondays offers a great social introduction to the game to those who only have limited time to play. Thursday is our 18-hole Ladies group which is more structured and offers more competitive games. Though not a formal league, we also offer a Sunday Couples game once a month. All our leagues are a great way to meet new people, get involved and enjoy the Club. Please stop by the Golf Shop for more information regarding these associations.
Lastly, it is my intent to personally sit down with all new members to discuss any questions you may have as well as show you our educational and informative “Pace of Play” video we created in Summer 2023. In the meantime, if there’s anything my staff and I can do to further assist you, please don't hesitate to ask. Many colleagues at Ventana Canyon have been here for multiple years and can answer most questions you may have about the Club. I continue to love coming to work every day and being around members and colleagues who truly care about one another and share the same passion for this Club that I do. My door is always open, I will also be very visible on the range tee as well as areas throughout the Club, and I welcome any feedback you may have.
Thank you for becoming part of our tradition! Should you have any questions, please contact me at 520.577.4006 or via email at bpeters@ventanacanyonclub.com
Mountain Course
The Mountain Course features 18 holes of championship golf designed by Tom Fazio. The course winds along the Catalina Mountain foothills and features fairways cut through dense, lush desert. The golf course is highlighted by one of the most well-known desert golf holes in the world, the par-3 third hole that plays from an elevated tee to a green tucked beside boulders. It's probably for the best, though, that the famous 107yard canyon shot comes so early in the round. The third hole is a show-stopper, but also a pace stopper.
Canyon Course
A true desert gem.
As the Mountain Course climbs up the Santa Catalina foothills, the Canyon Course takes a different route. The front nine winds down through the inspiring beauty of Esperero Canyon. During monsoon season you are sure to experience the excitement of water rushing through the desert washes. As you turn to the back nine, look for the iconic Whaleback Rock. With generous fairways and picturesque views throughout, you’ll always remember your day out on this award-winning course.
Practice Facility
Built to prepare you for your next round of golf, our practice facility offers spacious grass hitting areas that are always manicured to the finest conditions. Two short game areas provide an opportunity to practice shots you are sure to encounter on the golf course, from bunker play to delicate pitches. Our two putting greens are perfect for honing your stroke!
Take advantage of these wonderful practice facilities or sharpen your skills with instruction from one of our PGA professionals.
Golf General Information
Personalized Golf Bag Tags
All active Golf members will receive a personalized bag tag. Please see the Director of Golf for your tag.
Private Carts
All private carts must be registered. Please complete a Private Cart Agreement (available in the Membership office). Please have the Director of Golf sign the agreement. The golf staff will return the form to the Membership office and complete the registration and pro rate the annual fee when applicable.
Handicap/GHIN:
The annual fee is $50. Please see the Director of Golf to help establish or transfer your number.
Bag Storage:
$150 annually, per bag.
Member Club Rooms: Locker Rental
Please see the Club Room Attendant to rent a locker, the monthly fees are:
$25 for a full locker
$20 for the half locker.
Walking the Golf Course
Members and their guests may walk the Members Course of the day only, as long as the pace of play is maintained, but no hand or pull carts will be permitted at any time.
Hole-in-One Club
Guidelines
• All Golf Members have the opportunity to sign up for the Hole-In-One Club.
• The Golf Shop & Accounting will keep an active list of all Hole-In-One Club Members.
• To qualify for the Hole-in-One Club a member must maintain an active Handicap Index.
• Any qualifying Hole-in-One must have TWO witnesses, one of which must be a Ventana Canyon Member.
• Hole-in-One must be made during a regulation 18-hole round. *Ladies 9-hole league is the only exception.
• Hole-in-One must be made on the Canyon or Mountain Course. You cannot get credit for an off-site Hole-in-One.
Procedure in the event of a Hole-in-One
• Members shall notify the Golf Staff that he/she has made a Hole-In-One and fill out the proper form.
• The Golf Staff will send communication to all members of the Hole-In-One Club informing them that a member has made a Hole-In-One.
• Member(s) who made the Hole-In-One will be presented with a framed Ventana Canyon Flag with the hole number. This will also include a plaque with the player’s name, course, hole, yardage, date, and club used.
• When a member of the Hole-In-One Club makes a Hole in One, the Golf Shop staff will charge $5.00 to all Hole-In-One Club Member's accounts. Funds will be used for a personalized Ventana Canyon flag shadow box display; any remaining funds will be split 50/50. Half will be applied as a credit to the respective Hole-In-One recipient's member account and the other half will be issued in the form a Golf Shop credit to the member.
Forms to join the Hole in One Club are available in the Membership Office or in the Golf Shop.
Thank you for being a member of Ventana Canyon. We are proud to offer two of Tom Fazio's premier golf courses in the region. With that recognition comes the fact that demand for tee times can, at times, be greater than the supply.
The Chelsea lottery system is the fairest way to get you access to the golf course. Each year we have opened up more member tee times before placement to give you more chances to play.
Understanding these instructions empowers you to utilize Chelsea effectively and enhances your golfing experience. Should you require further clarification, please contact the Golf Shop.
To ensure you fully benefit from our Chelsea tee time system, here are detailed instructions.
Login and Password: Access Chelsea via the website or app go to "GOLF" then “Book a Tee Time” section using your provided credentials below:
Member Name:
Username is:
Password is:
Member Name:
Username is:
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CALCULATION OF POINTS
Points are earned based on deviations from requested tee times over the past 30 days. For example, if you request an 8am tee time and are placed at 9am, you earn 60 points (60 minutes deviation).
1. Chelsea makes this calculation for Player A's history over the past 30 days.
2. Chelsea then takes the number of points for Player A and divides them by the number of times he has played in the last 30 days for an average (i.e. 400 points/10 rounds = 40-point average
3. This process is done for each player in a request and then added together, Player A’s points plus Player B, C, and D.
4. If you have no playing history over the past 30 days, you receive the Club's average for points.
Reserving Your
5. If you were placed in a shotgun or played in an event, you receive 0 points but do receive a round played.
TEE TIME REQUESTS
Submit requests up to 30 days in advance. Priority is determined by points earned, not request timing. Note: A social or tennis member cannot be the captain of a request, and you cannot be in multiple requests on the same day.
PLACEMENT
Teams are ranked based on points. Standby may accur due to factors such as low points or narrow request windows. Teams without playing history receive the club average of points.
Because Chelsea looks at the team average, a foursome and a threesome have the same opportunity. The system will look to pair up twosomes that have similar request windows.
STANDBY
Teams will be placed on standby periodically for some of the following reasons:
1. Point total for the group is too low – As a team or individually you have received close to your requested times for the past 30 days.
2. Request window is too small – If you request 8am with a window of 7:30am to 9am, you are only giving yourself 10 tee times for Chelsea to place you in.
3. Access to the course is limited by association or group play – When tee times are blocked for Niners, Seniors, WGA, MGA, Couples, etc., those times are not available for Chelsea to place you in.
4. Why do you get placed on Standby multiple times in a row? If you were placed on Standby for next Monday, and then next Wednesday, without playing Tuesday to accumulate any points, it is possible for you to be placed on Standby multiple times. You need to play and receive points to get yourself off of Standby.
HOW TO AVOID BEING PLACED ON STANDBY
There are simple ways to avoid being placed on Standby:
Golf Tee Times
1. Make your request window as large as possible – During the peak season (November to April) we suggest that you make your request window at least four hours wide or late enough to accept the last time that you could finish 18 holes.
2. Change your schedule to play on off times – The highest volume of requests is for Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Shifting your regular game to Monday, Tuesday afternoon, or Thursday after the WGA would give you a greater possibility of getting placed.
3. Occasionally play in the afternoon – If you request a morning time on a busy day but allow your group to be placed in the afternoon (by making your request window large enough), you will accumulate a significant enough number of points to help you avoid Standby for numerous placements.
THINGS YOU MAY NOT KNOW
Moving tee times, using false names, or no-shows affect points and future placements. False names usage violates Ventana Canyon's By-Laws. No-shows incur penalties of a $25 fee and no points earned.
1. The Member Course and the Resort Course of the day rotate. Members play the Mountain Course on odd days and the Canyon on even days. Guests play the Canyon Course on odd days and the Mountain Course on even days.
2. If you get placed on Standby, and then are subsequently moved to the tee sheet because there is a time that you would take, you receive 0 points. For example, you request an 8am tee time and your window is open to noon. There is nothing available in your window, so you are put on Standby, but 12:10pm is available. If you are moved off Standby into the 12:10pm you will not get the 370 points for missing your request.
3. If you move your group or a player between groups, after you have been placed, you will receive 0 points.
4. Per the Ventana Canyon By-laws false names cannot be used in holding tee times or places within tee times. What you may not know is when you take a placeholder out, and replace him/her with the real player, that person receives 0 points and a day played.
Golf Lessons
Are you just a beginner or ready to take your game to the next level?
Schedule a lesson with one of your Ventana Canyon Golf Instructors and enjoy the game more!
Bill Peters, PGA
Director of Golf
$150/Hour
Gordon Bennett , PGA
Director of Instruction
$150/Hour
Susie Meyers, PGA
$180/Hour
JD Lindberg , PGA
Director of Player Development
$120/Hour
Jordan Cisek , Assistant Golf Professional
$80/Hour
Jilian Stopani, Assistant Golf Professional
$80/Hour
PGA Junior League
The Ventana Canyon PGA Jr. League program kicked off the 2024 season in the First week of April and features a unique team format that is perfect for young golfers. The PGA Jr. League is designed to better socialize the game for boys and girls, ages 13 and under. Captained by PGA Professionals, PGA Jr. League features team vs. team competitions in structured leagues that provide a popular, less stressful scramble format as opposed to stroke-play competition.
PGA Jr. League believes that every child can be a golfer. From those who are brand new to the game to more competitive players, all skill levels are invited to learn and play in this welcoming environment. Easily one of the best parts of PGA Jr. League is the team component! Teamwork is the heart and soul of PGA Jr. League. Kids play on teams in a scramble format and wear numbered jerseys, supporting and learning from one another to develop skills that translate on and off the course. Depending on league and player eligibility, many players will have the opportunity to compete in the National Car Rental PGA Jr. League Championship Season. The Championship Season consists of a mix of head-to-head matches, as well as team stroke play competitions, where scores are calculated based upon performance to-par. Each team is broken down into two-person pairs (or three if a substitute is included) who play together in games.
All PGA Jr. League games are played in a two-person scramble format. This means that both players in a pair hit drives. The best shot is selected, then each player plays from the selected spot, and this process continues until the ball is holed.
The scramble format is key in allowing everyone to hit shots and contribute to the team. PGA Jr. League utilizes match play scoring, which focuses on performance vs. a score-to-par as is traditional with golf. Within a PGA Jr. League game, pairs play in a head-to-head, 9-hole match. Each match is broken into three flags. Each flag is three holes in a row, and each team could earn points at the end of each flag.
PGA Jr. League experiences are led by expert PGA and LPGA Coaches. We as Ventana professionals are committed to safety, care, and organization, and ultimately helping children learn and enjoy a sport they can play for a lifetime. Contact JD at jdlindberg@ ventanacanyonclub.com for more information.
Golf Associations
Women’s Golf Association
Golf is more than just a sport – it provides a great social atmosphere to get out and meet new likeminded people in your community. We would love to invite you to come out and have fun with us this year. If you are a 36 handicap or less, please think about joining us.
The WGA runs events most Thursday mornings during our season from the beginning of November to the end of April.
We also offer fun special events like a one-day and two-day Member-Guest where you can bring a friend of yours to join us and play golf. The President's Cup and Member events attract a lot of WGA members as well. Lunches are held once a month as part of these special events.
Here are just a few of our events:
• Guest Day
• Events and Luncheons
• Presidents Cup
• Eclectic Tournament
• Hole in the Wall Invitational Member/Guest
• Member/Member
Membership in the VCWGA is open to all women who are golf members, in good standing, in the Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club and whose handicaps meet the requirements of the Association.
Couples Golf
Couples Golf plays four events a year on Sundays; November, February, March and April.
Dinner following Play is in the Catalina Dining Room weather & space permitting. You can make up your own foursome or sign-up as a couple and we will pair you with some new friends!
Niners
The Ventana Niners is open to women golf members who love the game and are interested in getting to know a wonderful, enthusiastic group.
We meet on Monday mornings November-April to play nine holes of golf and then relax in our beautiful Club Room. Our special events include monthly Luncheons, Nine & Wines, a Member Guest Day and our signature event, the Valentine Nine & Dine.
Niners Golf is open to all women Club Members who love golf and are interested in getting to know a wonderful group of women. We welcome players of all skill levels and have a wide variety of events from November through April.
The focus of this group is on fun, while learning the fundamentals, etiquette, and rules of the game. Ventana Niners focus more on the social aspect of golf, not the competition against each other.
Men’s Golf Association
There are MGA events every month of the Season.Most of the events allow players to either form their own foursome or to sign up individually and be matched by the Pro Shop with other members. In this way, every player gets an opportunity to play with his friends or to meet some new friends – his choice.
Throughout the season, we have four special events we call “the Majors”.
• Los Amigos de Platas
• Coyote Classic
• Lindberg Cup
• Shootout Member/Guest
Men’s Golf Association continued
The Ventana Canyon Shootout is in April. This member-guest event is one of the great traditions at Ventana Canyon. Golfers of all skill levels have a chance to win the premier event of the year. This is one event all new members will want to experience.
The MGA promotes friendly competition and social interaction among Ventana Canyon golf members. The Association welcomes all new members.
Men's Day
New members will not want to miss the camaraderie of the Men’s Day events. Every Tuesday from November through April, members play a variety of formats and enjoy lunch with their friends. Some Majors events include guests; others allow members to form their own foursomes. The event is always fun and the competition not too serious.
If you have any questions about any association, here are the contacts for each:
Men's Golf Association: Jordan Cisek, jcisek@ventanacanyonclub.com
Women's Golf Association: Jordan Cisek, jcisek@ventanacanyonclub.com
Niners: Jilli Stopani, jstopani@ventanacanyonclub.com
Couples: JD Lindberg: jdlindberg@ventanacanyonclub.com
Jonas Ehrlin Director of Racquet Sports
Ventana Canyon has always been a premier Tennis Club and we are also a racquet sports trailblazer, expanding our offerings to bring in exciting new sports to meet our members’ needs. In 2014, our Club was the first Club in the area to begin offering the fun and sociable sport of pickleball to our members, first by taping pickleball lines on tennis courts, and eventually by building dedicated pickleball courts that truly have become showcase courts. You can’t play pickleball in more beautiful and inviting natural surroundings!
Once again we are the first Club in Tucson and Southern Arizona to offer Spec Tennis, a new, easy-tolearn, tennis-like racquet sport that is played on a pickleball court with a paddle and softer, orange-dot, low-compression tennis ball. Spec Tennis breaks down the biggest barriers of tennis, making the sport easier to play for people of all ages – much to the delight of many of our racquets members!
The racquets area of our club is a visually stunning facility with seven tennis courts, four pickleball courts (known as the “stadium courts”), and four hybrid courts on which tennis, pickleball, and spec tennis can be played. As a member, you have the unique opportunity to enjoy regularly playing tennis, pickleball, and spec tennis while viewing spectacular, awe-inspiring views of the Catalina Mountains.
You of course can schedule individual or group lessons with our experienced and skilled tennis or pickleball instructors. You’ll also see on our monthly calendar we have an impressive variety of other opportunities to play racquet sports. Each month during most months, we hold one Racquet Social (with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and tennis and pickleball play) and one drop-in Tennis Club Doubles with free instruction and drills at the beginning. We have numerous tennis clinics, including a Beginner/ Intermediate Women’s Tennis Clinic on Monday mornings, an Advanced Tennis Clinic on Monday mornings, an Intermediate Tennis Clinic on Thursday mornings, and a Junior Tennis Clinic on Tuesday and Thursday late afternoons. We also have Spec Tennis Drop-In Play mid-day on Mondays, an Intermediate Pickleball Clinic every Tuesday morning, and Drop-In Pickleball Play every Thursday afternoon and Saturday morning.
If there’s ever something my staff and I can do to further assist you, please stop by the Racquets Pro Shop and ask. We share the same love and passion for racquet sports and we consider you family. We welcome giving you the information and assistance you need to improve and elevate your member experience.
Thank you for becoming a valued part of the Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club! Should you have any questions, please contact me at 520.577.4009 or at jehrlin@ventanacanyonclub.com
Tennis and Pickleball
Racquets Pro Shop Hours
Winter hours October through April are 8am-2pm, Monday- Sunday. Summer hours May through September are 7:30am-1:30pm Monday through Sunday. Courts are open from sunrise to 10pm.
Cold drinks, ice, towels, and any assistance you need will be available. Courts are open from sunrise to 10pm.
Court and Ball Machine Reservations
You can reserve both tennis and pickleball ball machines. Make it a habit to always reserve a court when you play and if you reserve the ball machine you must also reserve a court to be on.
Book Your Court on the Mobile App
To download the app, search "Ventana Canyon" in the App or Google Play store on your mobile phone, and download the app. Your username is your member number and your password is your last name (all lower case).
Questions? Go to "My Club" on the member website's navigation bar and then click on "New Mobile App" in the drop down menu.
Fun and Challenging Tennis Programs
Private Lessons – Our professional staff can help take your tennis game to the next level with private instruction. All aspects of the game can be covered no matter what your skill level. Whether it is covering the basics, or looking for that one tip to get you over the edge, our teaching professionals are here to help.
Team Clinics - Our teaching staff specializes in running and organizing team practices for your USTA League teams. These clinics have a high emphasis on singles and doubles strategy to get your team playing their best during the season.
Player Matching – We go the extra mile to match you up with players of your ability. Our private membership boasts players of all skill levels who are full-time enthusiasts. If by some chance we fail to find you a match, we will provide you with a complimentary hour on the ball machine.
Brian Branscome Pickleball Professional
Join the Pickleball Craze at Ventana with our Pickleball Professional
If you have not yet tried pickleball then now is a great time! It's the fastest growing sport in the country and it's growing rapidly at Ventana Canyon. Everyone is learning together; it is a lot of fun, good exercise and easy to play. It is open to all Racquet and Golf Members of the Club.
Our Pickleball Pro Brian Branscome has been actively involved in pickleball since 2015 in the Los Angeles area and is a USA Pickleball Ambassador and certified instructor. As an experienced pickleball coach, he has a proven record of helping players of all abilities improve their technique and overall game strategy. Brian is very excited about building an incredibly amazing pickleball program at the Club and is looking forward to meeting all of you. bbranscome@ventanacanyonclub.com
Monthly Opportunities to play Racquet Sports
Drop-in Tennis Club Doubles and Instructional Clinic/Drill Session
Saturday once a month
Complimentary
Racquet Social "Happy Hour" Mixer: Thursday once a month
Complimentary with drinks and hors d'oeuvres
Pickleball Drop-in/Open Play: Every Saturday
Complimentary
Tennis and Pickleball Clinics
Clinics are $30 for members.
Private and Group Tennis and/or Pickleball Lessons
½-Hour Lesson - $45
1-Hour Lesson - $80
1½-Hour Lesson - $120
Guest Fee
$10 per guest
After School Junior Tennis Clinics: Tuesdays $20 for members
Spec Tennis Instruction!
Spec tennis is a new, tennis-like racquet sport that is played on a pickleball court with a paddle and a softer, slower-bouncing, orange-dot tennis ball. Spec tennis breaks down the biggest barriers of tennis, making the sport easier to play for people of all ages – much to the delight of many of our members!
The enthusiasm for spec tennis was so high that we are now offering drop-in spec tennis play every Monday from 11:30am-1:30pm on the upper pickleball courts.
Just as Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club was the first in the area to begin offering pickleball to its members, we are now the first tennis club in Tucson and Southern Arizona to offer spec tennis!
Ventana's Aquatics Complex
The pools are operated for the benefit of Members, their guests and Lodge guests. It is open for use year- round. Pool hours are posted at the pool building.
Details regarding utilization of the pool areas and guests fees may be obtained from the Membership Director. If you are interested in hosting a special function at the pool contact the Director of Catering.
Hours of Operation
Pool Hours of Operation
Lap Pool - 6:00am - 9:00pm
Resort Pool - 8:00am-9:00pm
Club Members love our family-friendly recreational resort pool. This pool features a beach entry and a depth of 4'6" at the deep end, the ability to play water volleyball and basketball, and includes a separate extra-large Jacuzzi. On the deck, kids as well as adults can play ping pong, foosball and shuffleboard. Our full-service bar is open, and we have a poolside menu available daily. Come and test the waters!
Right next door to the resort pool is an eightlane, 25-yard competitive lap pool rated in the Top 10 Best Hotel Lap Pools in North America. The pool is heated year-round.
A Kiddie pool 1.5 feet deep is perfect for small children to splash around in.
Has Something for Everyone
The lap pool is also home to the Ventana Swim Team. Children ages 5-18, can participate in year-round swim team events, competing in the Southern Arizona Aquatics Association (SAAA). For information and details about our swim team and registration, please visit our swim team website at: Ventana Canyon Swim Team or contact Coach Sam Busch at sbusch@ ventanacanyonclub.com or 520.370.0106.
For adults, the Masters Swim program is available September through March Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7-10am.
Swim instructors are available for those of any age who wish to learn to swim, or to improve their swimming techniques.
Fitness Center Fitness &
The Fitness Center has all the equipment you need for an invigorating workout. We have cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, StairMaster and upright and recumbent bicycles. There is also a circuit of weight machines by TechnoGym as well as a free weight area.
There is a personal trainer on staff available to assess your exercise regimen and advise on improvements. We also have an assortment of fitness classes that change with the season. Please see the Ventana Vistas newsletter or the Member Calendar for the most up-to-date schedule of classes and times, or reach out to Margery Rubin, Fitness Director at 520.241.6506.
FITNESS CLASSES:
Strength Training with Margery every Tuesday and Thursday from 11am to 12pm, $10.00.
Yoga/Balance/Stretch with Margery from 3 to 4pm every Wednesday, $10.00.
Water Aerobics (Seasonal May through October) Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, $10.00.
The Day Spa
PERSONAL TRAINING:
If beginning a fitness routine or tweaking the one you have is a goal, then Margery can help you achieve just that.
The Fitness Center is open from 5:00am until 10:00pm daily.
You won’t want to pass on a pampering visit to our Day Spa. Enjoy a rejuvenating experience designed to leave you feeling incredibly relaxed and energized. Choose from our wide variety of day spa treatments, such as: massages, facials, body treatments, manicures & pedicures. Members receive special member pricing for all spa services.
Appointments at our Day Spa are available from 9am-5pm Monday through Saturday by appointment only. Holiday and summer hours may vary. Please call 520.577.4024 for appointments. If you must reschedule or cancel your appointment, please notify us 24 hours before your scheduled appointment to avoid being charged 50% of the service fee. A credit card number is required at the time of booking. With your permission, a 20% service charge will be added for each spa service you receive. If services are outstanding, please feel free to leave an additional gratuity. Thank you.
Wellness
Member Club Rooms
After your workout, relax in the steam room, dry sauna, or take a soak in the whirlpool. Both the Men's and Women's Club Member rooms are equipped with these amenities. The Men's Club Member Room is open from 6am-6pm and the Ladies Club Member Room is open from 6am-5pm.
Recently, the Women's and Men's Club Member Rooms were completely updated and refreshed as part of an $800,000 renovation. Improvements include a refurbished women's lounge area with a fireplace, a new men's grill, new locker rooms, and new steam, sauna and whirlpool areas for therapy and relaxation. Each club member room is attended for the convenience of members and their guests.
In addition to food and beverage services, members may have their shoes cleaned and polished on request. Private lockers may be rented at any time $20 for half locker and $25 for a full locker.
Children under sixteen (16) years of age are not permitted in the Men's or Women's Club Member Rooms unless accompanied by an adult member.
Ambassador Program
At Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club, we strive to provide our members with an experience unlike any other - one that makes them feel welcome and at home, while also providing opportunities to connect within our community and enjoy the Club amenities. As a new member, you will be paired with an Ambassador who will introduce you to life here at the Club and ensure that you reap the full benefits of your membership. Our Ambassadors are existing members who have been thoughtfully selected and trained in order to make your transition into Club life enjoyable and informative.
Your Ambassador is available to help you with everything from reserving a spot for pickleball, finding another couple for golf, or answering questions you might have about dining hours or upcoming events. They are also here to welcome you into the Club social scene and make introductions to other members who share your interests. And they will check-in with you regularly to see how you're enjoying your membership.
Once again, welcome to Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course, court, or at one of our many social events soon!
Just One" Referral Program
At Ventana Canyon, we value connections, camaraderie, and shared experiences. That's why we're thrilled to offer our "Just One" Referral Program for our esteemed members. This program is designed to reward you for bringing friends, family, neighbors, and business associates into our extraordinary Club community.
When you refer a new Golf Member, you'll receive $2,000 as a testament to your commitment to golfing excellence. If you introduce a new Racquets Member, we'll reward you with an incentive of $750, recognizing your dedication to fostering a thriving tennis & pickleball community. And for those who refer a new Social Member, you'll receive $500 in appreciation for helping create vibrant social connections. All rewards will be credited to your membership account 30 days after your referral becomes a new member.
In an ever-connected world, your invitation to simply one referral can be the bridge that brings new faces into our social fabric, enriching the tapestry of experiences, and creating a stronger, more vibrant Club community. Also–your one referral can give someone you know an opportunity to experience our friendly, welcoming "home away from home" ambience that will create cherished memories for years to come.
Help shape our future by sharing your love for the Club! Be a part of our “Just One” Referral Program today and witness the remarkable transformation that can be sparked by just one referral. Our entire Club staff is ready and eager to extend a warm welcome and to ensure all new members feel as though they truly belong.
Please contact Membership Director, Michelle K. Smith for more details at mksmith@ventanacanyonclub.com.
Celebrating 20 Years
Now that you are a Member you might also consider becoming an Owner. The Club is owned and operated by the Ventana Canyon Alliance, LLC, commonly known as the “Alliance.” The Alliance is a limited liability partnership with approximately 250 individual investors.
The Alliance was formed in 2003 by a large group of Club members to acquire the Club from its previous owner, an affiliate of Wyndham Hotels. The purchase included the Club, the two golf courses, the Clubhouse, the pool and tennis complexes and the Lodge adjoining the Clubhouse which is a 50-room Four Diamond boutique hotel.
You can become an Owner by purchasing a Unit (share) in the Alliance from an existing owner.
Why should you consider becoming an Owner? There are at least four reasons:
1. You would support the still worthy goals of the 2003 acquisition. The original goals of the acquisition were: (1) to operate a first-class club for the benefit of all members; (2) to enhance membership values and community real estate values; and (3) to ensure that the goals of members and owners were aligned, rather than entrusting our future to unstable, unresponsive 3rd party ownership.
The Alliance believed that the best way to accomplish these goals was to vest ownership of the Club in the hands of the broadest possible number of members and residents. Approximately 250 Club members and a few residents were original investors in the Alliance partnership. However, over the past 18 years, some of our original investors have moved from Tucson, found themselves unable to use the Club, or have passed away. By purchasing a Unit from a former member, you will add your support to the three important goals of the acquisition.
2. You would learn more about and could potentially become involved in the business. As an owner, you will receive quarterly financial reports and an annual report, so that you will gain a better understanding of the operations of the business. The Alliance is managed by a CEO and Executive Team with oversight by an 11-member Board of Managers. Aside from monthly Board meetings, most work is done by several standing committees of the Board and occasional task forces. All members of the Board, and the voting members of its committees, are Alliance investors. With limited exceptions, the Board has authority for all financial and policy decisions concerning the Club and Lodge operations.
One of the most impressive features of our Club is the extraordinary range and depth of talent of our Club members. Many members have skills that may be valuable to the Board and its committees. Becoming an
of Member Ownership
Owner-investor would give you the opportunity to learn more about the business and potentially become more involved.
3. There are some fringe benefits. Although there have been no material financial distributions paid to Alliance investors, you will have an opportunity to meet with the other partners at our Alliance holiday party in December and at our annual investor meeting and reception in April. Each year you will also have your choice of four certificates for 9-holes of golf for you or a guest, one wine dinner for two, or four member mixers for two complimentary.
4. You will be a bigger part of our continuing success story. Elsewhere in Tucson, in years prior to the pandemic, two golf clubs closed, two country clubs have required bailouts by surrounding homeowners, and two formerly private clubs sold out to 3rd parties. Meanwhile the Southwest's premier Club, Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club, under Alliance ownership, remains the one privately-owned golf, racquet and recreational club in Tucson.
Our success is due to (1) the commitment of our Club Members and employees, (2) our diversified business model, and (3) the strong support of our Alliance investors.
The commitment and engagement of our Club Members and employees is best reflected in the menu of activities each month in the Ventana Vistas.
Our business model includes: (1) the Club; (2) the Lodge; (3) the Resort golf course; and (4) our quality food & beverage operation serving the Club, the Lodge and catering for weddings, etc. As just one example, the Lodge as a hotel currently provides approximately $1 million per year in free cash flow towards overall business operations.
The strong support of our Alliance investors has enabled the Board to reinvest virtually all earnings back into the business. Since its inception, the Alliance has reinvested more than $14 million into capital improvements in the property. We also have developed a comprehensive strategic plan that includes several key initiatives. These include actions to ensure superior member/guest experiences and plans for important capital improvements to our facilities.
How do you become an Alliance investor?
We would be delighted to meet with you and answer any questions you might have about becoming an Owner. If you then think you would be interested in purchasing a Unit, we can provide you with a list of Unit holders who have agreed to consider offers to purchase their Units. No further offerings of Alliance Units are contemplated, but Units do change hands informally.
Club Hours of Operation
Food Service Hours:
6:30am-9pm
Food & Beverage service at the pool: Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 11am-5pm
Summer Hours: Sunday thru Thursday 11am-7pm, Friday and Saturday 11am-9pm
Room Service: 6:30am-9pm
Resort Pool: 8am-9pm
Lap Pool: 6am-9pm
Swim Team (lap pool):
Mid-August - End of May Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:45-7:30pm and Saturday, 6-7:30am
June - Mid-July: Monday-Friday, 6-10:45am (There are always two lanes available for members)
Tennis Shop: Winter Hours: 8am-2pm October through April; Summer Hours: 7-1:30pm May through September
Fitness Center: 5am-10pm
Club Member Rooms:
Men's: Winter: 6am-6pm. Summer: 6am-4pm
Ladies: Winter: 6am-5pm. Summer: 6am-4pm
Golf Shop: Winter Hours: 6:30am-5pm. Summer Hours: 6:30am-5:30pm
Golf House: 6:30am-5:30pm (tee times start at 7am)
Practice Facility: Opens 30-minutes prior to the first tee time and closes 45-minutes prior to sunset.
Day Spa: By appointment only, Tuesday thru Saturday.
Accounting: Member Statements
In our ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency and sustainability we send monthly statements via email. This aligns with our commitment to environmental responsibility and streamlines our administrative processes, allowing us to provide you with faster service.
Your digital statement contains all the detailed information including charges, dues, and any other pertinent information regarding your membership account.
You can always access your member statement through the member website to view your charges and see where you stand on fulfilling your food and beverage minimum and more.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this statement, or if you require any assistance with accessing your digital statements, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Accounting Department by calling 520.577.4017.
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