The Federal Club is located in Virginia's scenic southwest Hanover County in Glen Allen's Mountain Run Subdivision. We are the premier Richmond golf facility, complete with everything from tennis to tournaments.
Our unique course layout challenges experienced players while at the same time helping newcomers relax as they enjoy learning this classic game. The course manages this with six sets of tees spanning many distances. There are bentgrass greens and fairways with Bluegrass fescue roughs.
In addition to fantastic play on the course, our guests love our amenities, including practice facilities, the bar and grill, and golf lessons to help your game. We can't wait to welcome you!
Our unique course layout challenges experienced players while at the same time helping newcomers relax as they enjoy learning this classic game. The course manages this with six sets of tees spanning many distances.
We have bentgrass greens and fairways with Bluegrass/fescue roughs. The course plays to 7,073 yards at its longest, with a rating of 74.1 and a slope of 145. It is a par 72 with eight par 4s, five par 5s and five par 3s.
Come out and enjoy one of the premier Richmond golf courses today!
The first golf hole is a robust opening hole that doglegs slightly to the left. With fairway bunkers positioned on either side of the landing area, an accurate and well struck tee ball is required for a sincere chance at par or better. Once in the landing area, your second shot will be uphill to a plateaued green that is protected by a front flanking bunker. Right of the green is the only place to miss as the left side introduces a false fronted approach that will test every ounce of your short game. Aside from its technical difficulty, the first golf hole at The Federal Club provides some of the finest views you will encounter.
The second golf hole is a straight-on par three. However, the daily pin position can take this hole from a gimme par to a hard fought bogey. The greenside trap on the right side is cavernous and if the pin is on the back right portion of the green, you may feel like it is Sunday at Augusta. The second hole has everything a par three should have: risk; reward and beauty.
The Third golf hole provides one of our best, “stop and enjoy the scenery” tee complexes. Tucked neatly in a thin grove of hardwoods, you will feel like you are sending your drive through a chute. The fairway is protected by three fairway bunkers and is fronted by a marshy, wetland. The approach shot here is most enjoyable as the green is bunkered on all sides, but is hollowed through the middle so that any shot reaching the green nestles in the center
The fourth hole is a no-frills, test of golf. Straightway, long and unassuming, this par four boasts only three sand traps. The fairway bunker running down the right side can be easily avoided as there is spacious landing area well to the left. You will want to take an extra club on the approach shot because the prevailing wind and elevated green creates a longer than expected second swing. Make sure you look to all sides while putting out on the green because the fourth hole allows for beautiful views of numbers 5, 6, 7, and 8.
The fifth hole may be the best par three on the property. With a plateaued green, native grasses flanking each side and well sculpted greenside bunkers, number five satisfies the desire for beauty, challenge and playability. Although a nice test to reach the green, once there, you will find a spacious and subtly undulating surface. An excellent opportunity to collect a birdie for the card.
Most of our members and guests refer to the sixth hole as “monster.” Stretching out to over 480 yards from the championship tee, this par four requires a mammoth tee ball to be in a good position for the approach. Once staring down the pin on number 6, you will encounter a sprawling greenside trap that flanks the entire front edge of the green. Bailing right or left is an option as the expansive approach area allows for either. Making a five here is fine, especially with our seventh hole on deck.
If there is a birdie stretch on the outward nine, here we go. Number 7 is a lengthy par five, but has a generous landing area perfectly designed for two aggressive swings. Hit the first two well, and you’re staring down birdie from inside of 100 yards. Traditionally one of our purest greens, there is nothing gimmicky about the putting on seven. Read it, drain it and move on.
The eighth hole was designed with match play in mind. At just over 300 yards from the pro tee, the eight hole begs for a decision. Go for the green and risk the plight of a heavily bunkered green complex, or catch a ride on our prevailing wind and drive your way to an eagle putt. If you are not already 2 down in the match, use a hybrid to lay-up and hit wedge on. There are no bad decisions on the eighth tee, only bad execution.
The ninth hole reminds us why we love the game of golf. Another decision craving golf hole asks you to either carve a fade over the fairway traps on the right or lay-up short with a 3-wood. On most days, this picturesque par-five is a three shot hole so put the driver away and play smart. Once inside of 100 yards, the ninth green is protected by a pond along its right side. When evaluating your birdie opportunity, make sure to check the pin location as this two-tiered green can be rather testy if the ball is played to the wrong level. Birdie, par or bogey, the ninth hole is so beautiful that you can enjoy it no matter what goes on the card.
The tenth hole offers yet another opportunity for a birdie. This reachable par-five is bisected by a grassy creek bed that makes the second shot the premium swing here. Once on the upper landing area, you may feel like you’re watching the Master’s as the green complex was designed on the inspiration of Augusta’s number 8. With mounding on both sides, the approach area of number 10 provides some of the most unique wedge opportunities on the whole course.
Frame this one and move on. Surrounded by hardwoods and bunkers, this short 3 par requires a 9 iron and a camera. Although there is nothing breathtaking about the strategy involved, the scenery makes the hole. After making your putt, be sure to enjoy the wooded traverse that brings on the twelfth.
Continuing in the spirit of scenery, the 12th hole has it all. With a testy tee ball needed, this slightly uphill par 4 can be a dream hole or a nightmare. Running high on the ridgeline along the South Anna River, #12 is both beautiful and challenging. Hit it well off the tee and your wedging it to a red score. Otherwise, you are hitting a mid-iron to a plateaued green that offers no relief on any side.
As with the seventh, the thirteenth is full of birdies. Bust two good swings while avoiding the fairway trap on the left and your sand wedge is all that is left between you and birdie. Although a par five, number 13 is one of the more docile holes on the property.
This par three looks more difficult on a scorecard. Stretching out to 214 yards from the tips, you may think it’s too long for bird. To the contrary, the downhill green complex shaves a club off of the tee ball and the inward slanting approach feeds balls to the pins. Hit it straight and at the flag and you’re making a 3 at the worst.
The opposite of 14, the fifteenth hole reads like a short four and plays like a long five. With an uphill fairway and plateaued green, do not let the scorecard lull you on this one. Hit it hard and straight and your left with a soft wedge. Miss it off the tee and your negotiating a greenside trap on the right side and a steeply rolling approach on the left. As with so many other holes, be sure to enjoy the view of the 16th to your left and the fairway looking back from the green.
The sixteenth hole welcomes you on the drive to the clubhouse and welcomes birdies while you’re playing the course. With an expansive fairway, it’s actually a penalty not to swing away here. Avoid the sprawling fairway traps in the center of the second landing zone and 90 yards will be all that’s left. With one of the gentler surfaces on the course, reading putts on 16 is child’s play.
The seventeenth hole should be named “Architects Revenge.” Into a prevailing wind. Uphill. Three-tiered, shallow green. Bunkers on the front and back. That’s it. Swing away, but we don’t recommend that you press the bet here. That can be done on the eighteenth tee.
With everything that the 17th tries to take away, our finishing hole tries to give back. Once you’re through examining the tee shot, rest easy knowing that you can hit it down either side of this split fairway. Once facing the green, realize that left is good. With a lake flanking three sides of the green, the pin position will determine whether you’re finishing with a birdie or staying dry for par. The green reflecting in the surrounding water will be the first thing inviting you back.
Tim Dale, PGA Certified
Head Golf Professional
Originally from York, England, Tim came to The United States to study Golf Complex Operations and Golf Management at The Golf Academy of America in Orlando, Florida. Here he studied the golf swing under Carl Rabito, PGA Master Professional and one of Golf Magazine's Top 100 Golf Instructors. From there he moved to Virginia where he has worked at Brandermill Country Club, The Country Club of Virginia, Kinloch Golf Club, The Foundry Golf Club, Head Golf Professional (2007-2010) and The Federal Club, Head Golf Professional 2010-present. Tim has been a Class-A member of The PGA of America since 2001 and became a certified professional in 2009.
Daniel Soehren, PGA
First Assistant Golf Professional
Daniel was born and raised in a suburb of Chicago, IL called Glendale Heights. Golf has always been a great passion of his, and he pursued a degree in PGA Golf Management from Campbell University in North Carolina, where he completed internships at Ford's Colony Country Club, Pronghorn Club in Bend, OR, and Keith Hills Golf Club in Buies Creek, NC. Daniel became a member of the PGA of America in 2012, and subsequently spent time working for DICK's Sporting Goods (2012-2013) and the PGA Golf Management Program at Mississippi State University in Starkville, MS (2013-2017), where he also earned an MBA degree. Daniel is very passionate about instruction and playing competitive golf, having qualified for the PGA Professional Championship. In his instruction, he takes a "green-to-tee" approach and focuses on "expectation" management. He offers private, group, and junior instruction.
Ryan Zylstra
Assistant Golf Professional
Ryan is a native of Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, but came to the U.S. to attend Virginia Commonwealth University where he played collegiate golf. Beyond college, he spent 14 years playing on various professional golf tours across the country, earning moderate success. He recently joined The Federal Club to pursue a career as a club professional, focusing on instruction and player development. Ryan is still a fierce competitive player, winning the 2017 State Open of Virginia and the 2017 MAPGA NCR Assistant Championship. He offers private and group instruction.
The Federal Club Instruction Program
The Federal Club Instruction Program is tailored to fit the needs of our students. Please contact the Golf Shop at 804-798-4996, or email timdalepga@comcast.net. You can also use the request form to the right of this page.
Individual Lessons
One on one instruction is available for students who want personalized attention. Our Professional Staff offers 45 minute individual lessons or playing lessons (9 or 18 holes) customized to fit the student’s needs.
Clinics
Group instruction is offered to students which includes all game segments and aspects of the golf swing. Group sizes range from 2-12 students.
Junior Instruction
Coming Fall 2017 is Operation 36, a long-term family coaching program designed to build skilled golfers, and challenge them to shoot 36 or better from designated yardages. The program has three main components, Playing, Learning, and Training:
Playing: Operation 36 Matches task players with shooting 36 or better for 9 holes in six different Divisions. All players start at 25 yards, and once that is accomplished they move back Divisions (25, 50, 100, 150, 200, Full Tee).
Learning: Operation 36 Academy Classes provide a small (5-6 students) group environment to learn and develop golf skills through a structured curriculum. To advance through the six (6) Levels of Operation 36, students must demonstrate competency in each of the 12 subject areas to earn a skill badge. Subjects include: Posture, Grip, Alignment, Putting, Green Reading, Power, Ball Flight, Work Ethic, Mastery, Honor, Fitness & Nutrition, and Performance.
Training: Supervised Practices are structured training sessions which allow students to gain feedback from their coach to ensure efficient and proper practice.
Operation 36 Academy Classes and Supervised Practices are held once a week, and Operation 36 Matches are held bi-weekly. For the Fall 2017 semester we plan to host an 8-week Program. If you are interested in learning more, we are hosting an Operation 36 Orientation Meeting on Tuesday, August 22nd at 7:00pm in the banquet room. There will be a presentation from First Assistant, Daniel Soehren, PGA, with a Q&A session to follow. To sign up, please email daniel@thefederalclub.com or call the Golf Shop, 804-798-4996. You can also visit operation36.golf to learn more.
**Operation 36 is available to Full Family Golf Members ONLY**
In addition to Operation 36, we also offer private instruction for junior golfers. Call the Golf Shop for more details, 804-798-4996.
Corporate Golf Clinics
Members can entertain a group of business associates or clients during a customized instruction program.
Playing Lessons
Playing lessons are offered at the club where course management and the mental side of the game supersede golf mechanics. Tim offers 9 hole and 18 hole playing lessons.
Club Fitting
Have your next set of clubs custom fit at The Federal Club. We analyze shaft flex, shaft length, lie angle and grip size.
Lesson Rates
Tim Dale, PGA
Individual Lesson 45 minutes for students aged 16 and over- $75.00
Lesson incentives - Take 4 lessons & get the 5th for free! Expire 1 year after purchase
Children 15 and under 30 minutes - $30.00
Group instruction 2-5 players 60 minutes - $100.00
Clinics: 6-8 players 60 minutes - $120.00
9-12 players 60 minutes - $150.00
Playing Lesson: 9 holes - $100.00
18 holes - $175.00
Here are some resources to get you started...
Successfully Managing Your Swing Thoughts
Don't Over-think It
Warming Up
Putting Drills
Welcome to the golf course maintenance page at The Federal Club. On this page you will find information on our key staff, course conditioning philosophies, monthly updates and useful links regarding turf care. We hope that this page can give you a little insight into how and why we manage the golf course the way we do. Enjoy and don't be afraid to ask us questions along the way!!!
Our Conditioning Philosophy: We manage the conditions at The Federal Club for firmness and speed. We don't just mean this with respect to the putting greens, but with respect to all of the playing surfaces. From the fairways to the approaches, we want to see the golf ball land receptively, but firmly. We manage this way so that the golfer gets the utmost enjoyment out of a well struck golf ball. Of course in Richmond, Virginia it is hard to manage cool season grass with firmness and speed while keeping it lush and green. As such, particularly in the summer months, we push our turf in an effort to create great playability. Although green is good, fast and firm is better.
Our Staff
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Golf Course Superintendent - Matt Drayton
Education: B.S.A. Turfgrass Management, The University of Georgia
Past Experience: Spring Creek Golf Club, The University of Georgia Golf Course,
and The River Club (Suwanee, GA)
Bio: Matt started at The Federal Club early in 2014. He came to us from Spring Creek Golf Club where he served as the Superintendent. Originally from Georgia, he moved to Virginia in 2010. Matt is an avid University of Georgia football and Atlanta Braves fan. When he is not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters, playing golf, and traveling.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent - Dan Sabina
Education : A.A.S. Turfgrass Management, Oakland University
Past Experience: Five Oaks (Lebanon, TN), The Governors Club (Brentwood, TN)
Bio: Dan comes to us from Nashville, TN. However, he has resided in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Michigan as well. He has worked at numerous top tier facilities, but is most excited about his residency at The Federal Club. He was most recently employed at Governor’s club in Brentwood, and Five Oaks CC in Lebanon. He is currently working towards a Degree from Penn State University. His hobbies include Music, Golf, and most importantly, spending time with his wife Amanda, and daughter Charlie. He always has a smile on his face and loves to talk about golf and his work.
Equipment Manager - Matt Ramsey
Past Experience: Kinloch Golf Club, Smith Turf and Irrigation
Bio: Matt started with The Federal Club in June, 2012. Matt is an expert in mechanical reel grinding, small engines and many other types of machinery. Prior to working for The Federal Club, Matt was the head mechanic at world renowned Kinloch Golf Club. Matt's precision with equipment is vital to our ability to mow the turf at such aggressive heights.
Useful Links:
Use these links to learn about our turf species, necessary cultural practices and some of the pests that we battle on an annual basis.
Bunker Renovations:
Better Billy Bunker
Our Turf:
Bent Grass
Kentucky Bluegrass
Turf Type Tall Fescue
Some Cultural Practices:
Aeration
Top Dressing
Hand Watering
Vertical Mowing
Rolling Greens
Wet Wilt
Grooming Greens
Deep Tine Aeration
Common Diseases and Pests:
Dollar Spot
Brown Patch
Pythium
Anthracnose
Bacterial Wilt
Summer Patch
Fairy Ring
White Grubs
Cutworms
Nematodes
Annual Bluegrass Weevil
To make reservation a please call (804) 798-4996 or fill out the form in the contact section
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Choose The Federal Club as the location of your next golf event. From the moment you begin coordination until the final award is handed out, we are here to serve you. Whether you plan to hold a large corporate or charity event, or just a group of 12 on a golf getaway, we desire to ensure your complete satisfaction. To get your planning underway, call (804) 798-1266.
The Federal Club combines a great golf experience with the unmatched beauty of the Richmond Landscape. Our seamless integration of friendly service and gorgeous natural surroundings is what will bring your group back year after year. Your guests are sure to enjoy the hospitality of our staff along with the graceful beauty of our facility.
Each year The Federal Club entertains numerous private groups and organizations. Regardless of the size of the group or the reason for their golf event, our staff works diligently to make their golf outing a success. Explore your options with The Federal Club and experience what has made our golf course one of Virginia's best.
The Federal Club is the perfect venue for weddings and banquets. With a 4000 square foot pavilion that sits between our eighteenth golf hole and pool deck, the scenery and service will exceed all of your expectations.
Our Richmond wedding and banquet pavilion will comfortably seat 120 people with a buffet, bar, band and dance space. It has removable sides for inclement weather and space heaters to reduce the chill. Additional space can be added by expanding to the pool deck.
Fill out the request form to receive more details. May and June wedding dates are already starting to fill.
The following events are planned at our golf club.
Lovern & Friends Outing
Course will open for members approx. 5:00pm
ABC Outing
Course will open for members approx. 3:00pm
Outing - course closed
will open for member play approx. 4:00pm
Hope Outing
Course will open approx. 5:00pm for members
Course closed
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The Federal Club offers the best in equipment and apparel to compliment your game. Stop by our fully-stocked Golf Shop before or after your round and browse through name brands.
Our friendly staff will help you make start times, rent golf carts and register you and your guests before each round of golf. An excellent selection of golf clubs and related merchandise are sold in the golf shop and golf lessons are available. Contact the Golf Shop for assistance, or to make an appointment for lessons.
Useful Links
The Rules of Golf
On the north end of our range, we offer four spacious bentgrass tee boxes totaling over 1 acre of hitting space. The golfer will immediately feel true golf course conditions while looking out to a fairway strategically designed with seven bunkers and five target greens. In addition to traditional practice space, there is a putting/chipping green with an approach specifically designed for uphill lob and pitch shots. A deep greenside bunker also has been strategically placed to fine tune your sand play.
At the south end of the range we offer a 3.5 acre area short game area. With two target greens, four bunkers and sprawling fairway that runs between, our short game area is one of the region's best. It was created for every golfer to work on the most important part of the game - the shot from within 100 yards. There are few clubs that offer this extra level of practice.
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If golf isn't your only game, get a tennis match going at the club. The Federal Club offers two lit hard-surfaced tennis courts. Reservations can be made through our golf shop at 798-4996 ext. 0.
After School Juniors Tennis Clinics
Will return in the Fall.
Ages 6 to 15 are welcome to join Chris on the courts from 4:30 to 5:45. Learn and practice forehand, backhand, serve, volley and matchplay. $15 per clinic. 4 player minimum. 12 player limit. Please RSVP to Chris@thefederalclub.com
The golfers in the family don't deserve to have all of the fun!! The Federal Club has a beautiful swimming complex stocked with a regulation size lap pool, a kiddie pool and an adult-only pool. And if that's not enough, we have pool volleyball, pool basketball and an 8' twister slide. Let our grill and bar staff serve you poolside while you swim, play or lounge!!
Download the 2017 Federal Club Pool Application Here
Download the 2017 Federal Club Swim Team Registration Form Here
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| All meets begin at 6:00 pm. | Division 4 |
| Thursday, June 15th | Goochland YMCA at The Federal Club |
| Wednesday, June 21st | The Federal Club at Wembly |
| Wednesday, June 28th | Battlefield Green at The Federal Club |
| Wednesday, July 5th | The Federal Club at Bell Creek |
| Wednesday, July 12th | Antioch at The Federal Club |
| Tuesday, July 18th | The Federal Club at Goochland YMCA |
12 and under will swim Saturday, July 29th
13-18 will swim Sunday, July 30th
Swim Lessons
Private (1:1) Half-hour and Hour Lessons:
$30/half hour
$55/hour
Contact
Coach Phil at philipdbarto101@gmail.com or (804) 833-1017
or
Coach Blake at jbdunson@gmail.com or (803) 237-0459
Come see why The Federal Club has become Richmond’s fastest growing club. With bentgrass fairways, tailored service and a full slate of family amenities, The Federal Club is coining a new term: Casual Sophistication. Experience country club life in a comfortable setting.
Full Golf Membership includes unlimited play on our tee to green bent grass golf course, full playing privileges at Spring Creek Golf Club and unlimited range practice at both facilities. Members are also entitled to a discounted cart fee of $20. In addition to golf, Federal Club membership includes usage of our pool complex, clubhouse, grill and tennis courts. As a testament to the quality of our food, there are no food minimums at The Federal Club.
The Federal Club sponsors many member only tournaments and events throughout the year such as Member-Guest, Member-Member, Club Championship, Couples Tournaments, Holiday events, monthly Third Thursday Socials and Federal Fridays during the summer.
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The Federal Club offers single and family pool memberships. The pool complex includes a 25 yard by 20 yard lap pool with water basketball, water volleyball and a 450 degree turn slide. In addition, there is a kiddie pool and an adult only float pool. We have a spacious deck area and abundant lounge chairs for your use. Our snack bar serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, ice cream, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The facility is available for birthday and corporate outings.
The 2017 pool application and swim team registration form will be available online by February 1st, 2016. We will begin to accept applications on Monday, February 20th.
Pool Hours
Open from Memorial Day to Labor DayAnnual Membership
Family - $800Guest Fees
Weekday (Monday-Thursday) $5Contact Anne Gail Jennings at 798-1266 for more details.
We are excited to announce a limited reciprocal agreement with the Westwood Club. Westwood is a private facility located mid-town at 6200 West Club Lane Richmond (Henrico) 23226, two blocks south of Broad Street, between Libbie and Horsepen. Federal Club members are invited to use the dining, banquet, social and squash amenities at Westwood. Their fine dining includes the formal dining room, casual dining overlooking indoor tennis courts and covered terrace dining overlooking their pool. Federal Club members may attend any of their social events and use Westwood banquet and catering services. Please see www.westwoodclub.net and the below information for more detail. Federal Club members are also invited to use their squash courts and charge usage back to your Federal Club account. Federal Club members can only use the other Westwood amenities (tennis, pool, fitness) when accompanied by a Westwood member. We hope you will enjoy this new benefit.
Dining. Federal Club members and their guests are now able to enjoy dining, bar, banquet services and social functions offered at the Westwood Club. Westwood offers lunch Monday-Friday, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, as well as a Sunday Brunch. The chef changes the menu seasonally, and presents signature dining events such as monthly wine dinners, family pasta night and seafood buffets. Westwood has several banquet spaces available with superb banquet menu selections to make your next event perfect yet effortless. We are happy to extend member pricing discounts to TFC members.
Squash. Westwood is delighted to extend squash court privileges to TFC members. Should your members like to try their hand at one of the fastest growing sports in the region, we feature two full squash courts, a training court and professional instruction. Guest fees and instruction rates apply.
Questions may be directed to Kim Ennis at 381.6266 or kennis@westwoodclub.net.
Since that first Memorial Day Weekend in 2008, The Federal Club continues to host one of the top VSGA Amateur Points-Rankings Events in the commonwealth. From amateur legends like Keith Decker and Tim Kelley, to upcoming stars like Garland Green, Adam Horton and Mark Lawrence, Jr., The Signature Invitational has become a defining event on the VSGA amateur circuit. We are very proud of this event and take great pride in establishing it's pedigree so that, truly, the very best of Virginia Golf is crowned.
With mid-spring weather and top flight tournament conditions, TFC is a special venue that tests the field with tour-like strategy while offering her champion an unmatched sense of victory! If you are an accomplished amateur player and wish to apply for entry, please follow the link below. Win or lose, 1st or 72nd, we promise that The Signature at The Federal Club will be one of your Defining moments of the season. We look forward to your participation!
Use this link to view our past season's champions and results
13030 Palmers Way, Glen Allen, VA 23059
Pro Shop – (804) 798-4996 ext. 100
Membership – (804) 798-4996 ext. 205
Business Office – (804) 798-4996 ext. 203
 | Anne Gail Jennings General Manager, Membership and Food & Beverage # 804-798-4996 ext. 205 annegail@thefederalclub.com |  | Matt Drayton Golf Course Superindendent # 540-223-3403 matt@thefederalclub.com |
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