Royal Melbourne Country Club Membership Guide

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2025 Membership Guide

We invite you to become a part of our history and discover everything Royal Melbourne Country Club has to offer We offer several membership options – from golf memberships tiered by age, to a social sport membership, and other categories to meet all of your needs. Members enjoy our spectacular, 18-hole golf course, expanded racquet facilities, pool, member dining, a robust calendar of social, sporting, recreational and family events Thank you for taking an interest in our club We can't wait to see you soon

Sincerely,

Prospective Member, MichelleMcKnight Dear

(224) 543-7561 mmcknight@royalmelbourne.net

Our Story

Royal Melbourne Country Club’s history is the legacy of parallel golf movements on two continents thousands of miles from the Scottish birthplace of the game originally called “chole ” A derivative of hockey played in Flanders, golf was outlawed in 1457 by the Scots parliament of James II because it interfered with the war against England!

Formation of Royal Melbourne Country Club in Australia

The year 1892, exactly 100 years before our Royal Melbourne Country Club was founded, was a significant golf year in America and Australia Here Scottish designer C B MacDonald finished the Chicago Golf Club, the first 18-hole golf course in the United States Meanwhile, “Down Under,” The Melbourne Golf Club was formed at Caulfield The privilege of adding the term “Royal” to the Club’s name was granted by Queen Victoria in 1895. The course was laid out by three members from St. Andrews and two others from Edinburgh, Scotland.

The Royal Melbourne Golf Club has moved twice since the original course was inaugurated at Caulfield The second course and clubhouse were built in Sandringham in 1901, and the third and present Club was established at Black Rock in 1931 The course in Black Rock, designed by famed Scottish architect Alister Mackenzie of the Royal & Ancient at St Andrews, is a favorite course of Greg Norman

Course Architecture

Norman’s association with the new Royal Melbourne Country Club in Long Grove, Illinois, culminated in 1992, exactly one hundred years after the founding of Royal Melbourne Golf Club and the Chicago Golf Club Working with California golf architect Ted Robinson and KemperSports designer Bob Spence, the new course incorporated essentials that Mackenzie espoused: two loops with different wind conditions; long par 4’s with shorter, challenging par 4’s calling for an infinite variety of shots; greens and fairways with very undulating topography, but not severe; minimal blind shots; natural beauty not contrived by man; minimal annoyance due to lost balls; maintenance of excellent course conditions and no overpowering bunkering Mackenzie would have been proud of the young PGA superstar who was designing only his second golf course, his first in the Continental United States Certainly, he made James S Kemper, Jr , KemperSports’ founder, a happy man

Combining three natural elements, the course was divided into three six-hole segments. Six were set in a heavily wooded area with mature oak trees, six in a designated prairie-wetlands conservancy, and six around nine ponds attracting native wildlife

The Club opened on Saturday, September 19, 1992, with a dinner party attended by most of the 225 founding members In the intervening years, the membership has grown to 325 golf member families and 75 social member families A mecca for social occasions and golf, racquet, and aquatics, Royal Melbourne Country Club has become the Club of choice for weddings, holiday parties, charity outings, family gatherings, and live music

Course & Facility

Royal Melbourne Country Club combines understated elegance with a contemporary attitude. Our country club is distinguished by its diverse membership, phenomenal golf experience, fun recreational activities, wonderful dining opportunities and year-round social events.

Location

· In Long Grove, conveniently located on Route 83, ¼ mile North of IL Route 22 (Half Day Road) In Long Grove

· 16 miles from O’Hare International Airport

· 30 miles from Downtown Chicago

· Convenient access to I-53, I-94, I-294

TheDetails

The Greg Norman Designed Golf Course - Nestled in 300 private acres carved into the surroundings of wetlands, ponds, prairies and trees, the course challenges all skill level golfers from five sets of tees ranging in length from the Burgundy tees at 5,153 yards to the full distance Shark Tees at 6,731 yards

Stunning Victorian Clubhouse - 42,000 square foot Australia inspired Clubhouse features Royal Pub, Veranda overlooking the Golf Course, Library, Main Dining Room, Fireside Room, Boardroom, Men's Grill, Turn Stand, Legacy Club, Golf Shop, Men's & Women's Locker Rooms

Grand Ballroom - The host of club traditions, Easter and Mother's Day Brunches, this 4,000 square foot room is perfect as the host for wedding receptions, and other large parties Our Grand Ballroom connects to an adjacent pre-function room, & Private Veranda overlooking the eighteenth green Racquet Complex – Four Har-Tru Clay tennis courts, Two Pickleball Courts & Four Platform Tennis Courts, Viewing Deck, Locker Rooms, Tennis Shop, and a Year-Round Social House with dining and a winter platorm tennis warming area

Aquatics Center – Heated Junior Olympic Swimming Pool, Sharks Swim Team, private & group lessons, fitness programs, weekly children's activities

Kids Programming - Camp Royal, Junior Sports Academy, Junior PGA League, Tennis Academy, Golf Academy, Art Classes, Cooking Classes, monthly Kids Series activities & more

Golf Shop - Fully stocked with merchandise, professional club fitting, repair work, with dedicated year-round team including seasonal Simulator with lessons, & more

Caddie Program - Offered Memorial Day through Labor Day, the Club is proud of this private club tradition of a strong caddy program.

Locker Facility - The Men's & Women's Locker Rooms are Full-service, fully stocked locker rooms with showers, shoe cleaning service, card room, and food & beverage service Men's Locker Room also includes a Dry Sauna Legacy Club - Designated area for members & guests' children to enjoy games, arts & crafts, movies, video, games, and books

2025 Schedule of Dues & Fees

Golf Membership

Membership entitles you and your immediate family to unlimited golf, access to dining, attending social events, all racquet sports, and aquatics programming

Regular Golf

Ages 42 & older

Initiation Fee $10,000

Food & Beverage Credits $100 per Month | $300 per Quarter

Monthly Dues $1,323

Junior Golf

Ages 32-41

Initiation Fee $7,500

Food & Beverage Credits $70 per Month | $210 per Quarter

Monthly Dues $926

Associate Golf

Ages 18-31

Initiation Fee $5,000

Food & Beverage Credits $50 per Month | $150 per Quarter

Monthly Dues $661

Other Fees

Practice Range (Mandatory)

Handicap Fee (Required for Club Events)

Lockers (Optional)

Bag Storage (Optional)

Cart Fee

Caddie Fee

Annually | February

Annually | Apr

Annually | March

Annually | March

$320

$60 per golfer

$285(M) | $190(W)

$125 per bag

$30 (18 holes) | $17 (9 holes)

$40 (“Honor”) | $35 ("A") | $30 ("B") plus gratuity

You may bring the same guest up to 5 times per year

Family golf green fee available to immediate family members Some restrictions apply

All members enjoy no food & beverage minimums and no assessments – capital or operating.

2025 Schedule of Dues & Fees

Social Sport Membership

Membership entitles you and your immediate family to limited golf, access to dining, attending social events, all racquet sports, and aquatics programming

Adults members can play two complimentary rounds a season with up to three paying guests and then an additional five times a season as the paying guest of another golf member Cart and/or caddies fees apply

Initiation Fee $2,500 - 24 Month Commitment

Dues Monthly $488

Amenities Guest Fees

Pool Guest Fee

Ages 5+ | $8 Per Guest or $25 Per Family Racquets Guest Fee Ages 8+ | $12 Per Guest

Dining: Members guests are always welcome Racquets & Pool: Members guests may visit up to 5 times per season

Clubhouse Membership

Membership entitles you and your immediate family access to dining and limited attendance at social events

Dues Monthly $200

All members enjoy no food & beverage minimums and no assessments – capital or operating

Guest Fees & Walking Policy

Guest Rates

Electric Cart

18-Holes: $30/seat 9-Holes: $17/seat Push Cart (club or member owned)

18-Holes or 9-Holes: ($14/$10)/cart Juniors age 15 & under will not be charged a cart fee for riding with an adult

Unaccompanied Guest Fee

$160 All Times

Shoulder Season

March 1 through April 30 and October 1 through November 30

Peak Season

May 1 through September 30

Family Guest Rate

Members’ immediate family, defined as adult children and their spouses, parents, siblings, grandparents and grandchildren will be considered a family guest They will be eligible to play up to five rounds, accompanied by the member for the family guest rate Any subsequent play or any unaccompanied rounds will be billed at the unaccompanied guest rate

Junior Guest Rate

Junior Guests age 12 and under will not be charged a Greens Fee Junior Guests age 13 to 17 will be charged the Junior Guest rate plus carts fees where applicable If a Junior Guest (age 13 to 17) is accompanied by their parent (an adult guest paying published guest fees), the Junior Guest will not be charged for a Greens fee

Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day

Members are allowed to carry their bags the following times:

Tuesday - Thursday

Anytime

Friday - Sunday After 10 AM

Members are only able to carry if all of the following conditions are met: The Member is not competing in a club event or league Member agrees to complete his/her round in less than 4:15 Members are welcome to rent ($14) or bring their own ($10) push cart

All Guests Are Limited To 5 Rounds Per Season
All Guests Are Limited To 5 Rounds Per Season

Reciprocal Privileges

The Reciprocal Privileges program is included in the benefits offered to all golf members and is available via two programs.

TheTripleCrownCollection

Program benefits include access and preferred rates to the KemperSports owned and operated private clubs of The Glen Club in Glenview and Hawthorn Woods Country Clubs, along with Royal Melbourne who form the ‘Triple Crown’ of clubs:

$25/$50 green fee for Members, plus applicable cart or caddie fees

Preferred guest fees for Member's guests

Charged incidentals back to your Member account

Access to both courses, call the Royal Melbourne golf shop to schedule

Please note: the $25+/$50+ fee is waived on select reciprocal days & times throughout the season

Please contact the Golf shop for further information

TheKemperCollection

Program benefits include preferred access and preferred rates for private and daily fee access to courses across the KemperSports portfolio Arrangements can be made through the golf shop or club offices. Visit www.kemperclub.com/kempercollection for a full list of clubs.

2025 Events Calendar

MARCH

• 3/1 Men’s Platform Member Guest

• 3/7-4/18 Every Friday - Fish Fry

• 3/1-3/29 Every Saturday - Supper Club

• 3/5 & 3/26: Kid Activity Series

• 3/21: Ladies Paint & Sip Night

• 3/16: Disney’s “Wish Upon a Brunch”

• 3/20: Blind Wine Tasting

• 3/27: Taste of Royal Melbourne

JUNE

• 6/5: Couples 9-Hole Event

• 6/6: Music in the Pub

• 6/7-6/8: Men’s Member-Member

• 6/11 & 6/25: Kids Activity Series

• 6/13: Guest Chef Dinner

• 6/15: Father’s Day BBQ

• 6/20: Smokeout Rodeo

• 6/22: Adult Luau Party at the Pool

• 6/24: Ladies Member-Guest

• 6/26: Music on the Veranda

• 6/39: Couples Golf Event - 4th Independ

AUGUST

• 8/3: Junior Club Championship

• 8/7: Farmers Market Dinner

• 8/8: Music in the Pub

• 8/10 & 8/17: Men’s Club Championship

• 8/12: Ladies Tennis Member-Guest

• 8/12 & 8/18: Ladies Club Championship

• 8/13 & 8/27: Kids Activity Series

• 8/21: Kids Cooking Class

• 8/22: Music on the Veranda

• 8/24: Couples Club Championship

• 8/23: Ladies Tennis Club Championship

• 8/25: Men's Tennis Club Championship

NOVEMBER

• 11/5 - 11/8: Steak Week

• 11/12: Last Kids Activity Series

• 11/14: Wine Dinner

• 11/15 - 12/13: Every Saturday - Supper Club

• 11/16: Harry Potter Brunch

• 11/20: Ladies Night

• 11/27 & 11/28: Thanksgiving To Go Service

• 11/28: Thanksgiving at the Club

APRIL

• 4/4: Music in the Pub

• 4/9 & 4/23: Kid Activity Series

• 4/12: Masters Par 3

• 4/13: Helicopter Egg Drop

• 4/17: Ladies Night

• 4/20: Easter Brunch

• 4/25: Rombauer Wine Dinner

• 4/25-4/27: Seafood Week Starts

JULY

• 7/3: Independence Day Celebration

• 7/10-7/12: Men’s Member-Guest

• 7/15: Ladies Member-Member

• 7/16 & 7/30: Kids Activity Series

• 7/17: Couples Golf Event

• 7/16: Music on the Veranda

• 7/24: Xmas In July at the Pool

• 7/25: Caddyshack - College Bound

• 7/26: Puppy Yoga

• 7/27: Queen & 3 Jacks

SEPTEMBER

• 9/1: Labor Day Pool Party

• 9/4: Couples 9-Hole Event

• 9/5: Honey Dinner

• 9/6: Dog Day at the Pool

• 9/10 & 9/24: Kids Activity Series

• 9/6-9/7: Senior Club Championship

• 9/14: Triple Crown

• 9/18: Adult Cooking Class

• 9/19: Prisoner Wine Dinner

• 9/20-9/21: Melbourne Cup

• 9/26: Glow In The Dark Golf

DECEMBER

• 12/3: Tree Lighting & Holiday Shopping

• 12/7: Grand Candlelight Dinner

• 12/10: Kids Holiday Cookies & Crafts

• 12/11: Ladies Ornament Exchange

• 12/14: Santa Brunch

MAY

• 5/1-5/3: Seafood Week

• 5/1: Golf Informational Happy Hour

• 5/3: Men’s Opening Day

• 5/7 & 5/21: Kids Activity Series

• 5/10: Paella on the Patio

• 5/10: Music at the Social House

• 5/11: Mother’s Day Brunch

• 5/15: Ladies Night

• 5/16: Music In the Pub

• 5/17 & 5/18 : Shark Shootout

• 5/22: Spring Wine Tasting

• 5/25: Couples Golf Memorial Day

• 5/26: Memorial Day Pool Party

OCTOBER

• 10/4: Men's Closing Day

• 10/8 & 10/22: Kids Activity Series

• 10/8: Fall Wine Tasting

• 10/13 & 10/14: Aerification

• 10/16: Ladies Night Out

• 10/19: Fall Family Harvest

• 10/24: Family Halloween Party

• 12/20: Grinchmas Decorating Party (Gingerbread Houses)

• 12/24: Christmas To Go Service

• 12/29: Year End Brunch

Dining

Royal Melbourne offers an inviting and elegant atmosphere where hospitality is our focus and serving members is our pleasure Our members enjoy high energy lunches, conversations in quiet, cozy nooks, and festive gatherings at special events and holiday celebrations throughout the year

Member Dining

Our Executive Chef presents a creative and contemporary menu offering a variety of choices which change seasonally Members may enjoy a quiet evening of fine dining in the sophisticated setting of the main dining room, opt for a casual meal among family and friends in the Royal Pub, or a sunset dinner on the Veranda overlooking the golf course

The Royal Pub

The Royal Pub features a bar with friendly and knowledgeable bartenders, perfect for socializing and enjoying drinks. Connected to the Royal Pub is the member veranda that overlooks the eighteenth hole.

Catering

The Social House

The Social House offers dining options throughout the year, catering to our Racquets facilities and the pool area during the summer months It features a bistro-style kitchen, a custom bar, an enlarged deck with fire pits, and comfortable seating areas

When a celebration is in order, the club offers custom catering, event planning and memorable spaces for every occasion – weddings, family celebrations, executive meetings or corporate retreats We take pride in attending to every detail so that the event is exactly as you envision Our team will make your experience as memorable as the day itself

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

Wine Series

Our Food & Beverage Director, Pascal Rochelemange, organizes intimate wine pairing dinners hosted by a variety of exclusive vineyards

Friend of the Vine

The "Friend of the Vine" group hosts events to explore wines and enhance your palate Wine lockers are also available for those who want to store their own collection

Music Series

Enjoy live music while dining in our Member Royal Pub

Ladies Nights

Women of Royal Melbourne gather and create fun, special, memories, with new friends at events such as Sip & Paints, create your own Terrarium, Mimosa Socials, Cooking Classes, & Bingo Night

Aquatics

Royal Melbourne Country Club is proud to offer a heated Junior Olympic size pool, perfect for a fun family day or swimming laps for exercise Our pool is open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend Members and their guests enjoy poolside food & beverage service or a treat from our snack shop

Perfect Your Strokes

The Sharks swim team is open to all member's children and grandchildren

Our experienced pool team offers a full line up of swimming lessons for all ages and abilities. For more information about swim team or swim instruction, please contact our Pool Managers and Swimming Instructor at: pool@royalmelbourne net

Memorial Day-Labor Day

Tuesday - Sunday

10:30am - 8pm

Aquatic Activities

All

Summer

Private Swim Lessons

Sharks Swim Team

Chalk Drawing Contests

Water Wars

Popsicle Parties

Shark Attack Tag

Shark & Duck Hunt

Battleship

Lawn Games

Water Obstacle Course

Floaties Race Pool Hours

Racquet Sports

At Royal Melbourne, racquet sports enthusiasts of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned veterans, will find a welcoming community. We offer a variety of engaging and flexible programs for both adults and juniors. Our year-round activities include leagues, social events, mixers, lessons, drills, tournaments, matches, and clinics, ensuring there's always something for everyone.

Award-Winning Racquet Amenities include:

Four Har-Tru Clay Tennis Courts

Two Pickleball Courts

Four Platform Tennis Courts

Viewing Deck

Social House with Food & Beverage Service

Great Instruction Programs:

Youth Programs, Camps, and Lessons

Lessons (private and group), Drills, Mixers, & more

Director of Racquet Sports Lesson Pricing

Lesson: $35 - $90 per hour

Assistant Racquet Professional Lesson Pricing

Lesson: $25 - $69 per hour

Junior Programming

Golf

Junior Golf Program (Ages 4 - 10)

Our program uses industry leading techniques, including full swing technology incorporating fun games that measure improvement both on and off the golf course This allows children to grow and develop their golf skills in a fun and interactive learning environment designed to harbor a love for the game and social skills which can be used in golf and life

PGA Jr. Golf Team (Ages 13 & Under)

Teamwork is the heart and soul of the PGA Junior 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.

Tennis

Junior Tennis Academy Program

Targets two groups of children (9-12) & (13-16) and can attend any classes during the eleven-week summer session This program allows flexibility for busy families

Junior Tennis School / after Camp Tennis

For children ages 6 - 8 or Camp Royal Campers who finish by 3pm Similar set up to Junior Tennis Academy above with classes being only 1 hour long

Junior Tennis Events (All Ages)

A variety of special events including kids night out, matches, tournaments, marble tournaments, & more

Aquatics

Sharks Swim Team (Ages 14 & Under)

Learn to be a Shark in the water while having fun this summer while developing skills in various strokes and swim technique strokes and swim techniques Practice regularly, compete weekly, have fun daily

Weekly Activities & Games Pool Side Games

Children can enjoy pool side games and activities led by the aquatics team Including but not limited to - Floaty Races, Popsicle Parties, Shark Attack Tag & more

Camps

Junior Sports Academy (Ages 10 - 12)

A focus on being active through various sports, teamwork, setting goals, positivity, sportsmanship, & respect for others.

Camp Royal (Ages 4 - 10)

Children ages 4-10 can experience summer camp activities including lawn games, swimming, tennis, and crafts

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The Team

General Manager

Chris Stewart, CCM, CCE 224-543-7562 cstewart@royalmelbourne.net

Food & Beverage Director

Pascal Rochelemange 224-543-7571

prochelemagne@royalmelbourne net

Catering Director

Megan Duszynski 224-543-7564

mduszynski@royalmelbourne net

Head Golf Professional

Mallory Carr 847-913-8380

mcarr@royalmelbourne.net

Golf Course Superintendent

Dave Groelle, CGCS 847-913-0687

dgroelle@royalmelbourne net

Sales & Membership Director

Michelle Mcknight 224-543-7561 mmcknight@royalmelbourne.net

Executive Chef

Robert Mulvenna rmulvenna@royalmelbourne net

Membership Marketing Director Yadira Ramos 224-543-7569 yramos@royalmelbourne net

Administrative Assistant Karen Sowinski

847-913-8080, Ext. 0 ksowinski@royalmelbourne.net

Director of Racquet Sports

Ryan Jump 847-821-5208 rjump@royalmelbourne net

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