club amenities & membership

The Sonnenalp Golf Club reflects the same commitment to service and luxury as the world-renowned Sonnenalp Resort of Vail owned by the Faessler Family. With its world-class staff and facilities, the club has established itself as one of the most rewarding country club experiences in Colorado.

Treat yourself and your family to the joys of a healthy lifestyle with friendly competition on the golf course, on the tennis court, or in the pool. Entertain your friends at Balata where fine dining is comfortable and casual with spectacular valley and mountain views. Our staff of professionals is genuinely committed to your comfort and well being. With just 250 members, the Sonennalp Golf Club is truly a privilege. For more information, please call 970-477-5388.

highlights

  • 18 hole championship golf course with four tee positions ranging from 7,100 yards to 5,293 yards with unlimited play 7 days a week and tee times up to 60 days in advance
  • Full service pro shop and a staff of PGA Professionals
  • Extensive practice facility with chipping and putting greens, bunkers and target greens
  • Exclusive Sonnenalp Golf Academy with knowledgeable and experienced teaching staff
  • Beautiful locker facilities with personal lockers for members
  • Member's-only lounge and deck off the clubhouse restaurant overlooking Beaver Creek and Arrowhead ski areas
  • Outdoor swimming pool with pool deck, year round 25-yard lap pool, children's wading pool, hot tub and lawn and patio areas
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts: 2 clay surfaces and 2 hard court surfaces
  • Complete fitness facility with aerobic and weight training equipment with professional instruction available

swimming

The poolside decks of the Sonnenalp Golf Club are favorite gathering spots for our members and their families during the summer. A 25-yard lap pool welcomes a water workout that won't strain the joints, while the recreational pool and hot tub are perfect for a quick dip. Heated pavers allow year round access to the lap pool and hot tub, a great way to relax after a day on the slopes.

Swimming Program

The swimming program is led by Swim Director Christie Smith who has over 20 years experience teaching American Red Cross swimming and water safety courses to children and adults. Members will find comprehensive instruction ranging from basic water safety to advanced skills development for all ages:

  • Infant and preschool aquatics
  • Basic water safety
  • Red Cross Learn to Swim Program
  • Water exploration (Level I)
  • Primary skills (Level II)
  • Stroke readiness (Level III)
  • Stroke development (Level IV)
  • Stroke refinement (Level V)
  • Skill proficiency (Level VI)
  • Advanced skills (Level VII)

Members may sign up for seasonal lockers in the spacious pool locker room where showers and dressing areas are stocked with shampoo, conditioner, towels and body lotion. Members enjoy delicious poolside snack bar service with charge privileges.

tennis

Members of the Sonnenalp Golf Club will enjoy one of the strongest adult and junior tennis programs in the area. Clay court enthusiasts have two courts at their disposal in addition to two brand new hard courts. USPTA-Certified Professional Tom Larson returns for his 13th year at the Sonnenalp Golf Club specializing in junior development. Michael Routh, also USPTA-Certified, is in his third year at the club with over 10 years experience teaching all age and ability levels. Courts are free of charge to members and their escorted guests as are demo racquets and hoppers of practice balls.

Summer programs include:

  • 3-week junior programs in June, July and August
  • Age-specific instruction clinics
  • Adult doubles clinics
  • Adult clinics, round robins, leagues and tournaments

The pro shop takes court reservations 1 week in advance and offers racquet stringing and re-gripping.

fitness

Members of the Sonnenalp Golf Club have complimentary use of the fitness facility with state-of-the-art weight training and aerobic conditioning equipment. A variety of group fitness classes are offered at no charge. Personal trainers are available at an hourly rate to help with individual fitness programs for our members.