Making Bookings
Step-by-step guide to booking a tee time.
Step 1: Search for Tee Times
Select a Course
- Choose from your favorite courses, or
- Search by name, location, or club code
- View course details and conditions
Choose a Date
- Select your preferred date from the calendar
- Dates with high availability are highlighted
- Check weather forecast for your chosen date
View Available Times
The tee sheet shows:
- Available time slots
- Pricing for each slot
- Remaining spots per slot
- Weather conditions
Step 2: Select Your Tee Time
Click on your preferred time to start booking.
What You'll See
08:00 AM - Championship Course
├── Price: R450 per player
├── Available: 4 spots
├── Weather: Sunny, 22°C
└── Walking/Cart: Both available
Peak Time Indicators
- Green: Off-peak pricing
- Yellow: Standard pricing
- Red: Peak pricing
Step 3: Enter Booking Details
Number of Players
Select how many players (1-4):
- You're automatically included
- Add buddies or leave spots open
- Some times require minimum 2 players
Player Details
For each player, provide:
- Name
- Email (optional)
- Phone (optional)
- Membership number (if applicable)
Additional Options
- Golf Cart: Book a cart (extra charge may apply)
- Caddy: Request a caddy (if available)
- Equipment Rental: Clubs, shoes, etc.
Step 4: Apply Benefits
If you have memberships or benefits:
Automatic Benefits
These are applied automatically:
- Club membership rates
- Association benefits (linked accounts)
- Loyalty discounts
Manual Benefits
Enter codes or numbers for:
- Promo codes
- Partner discounts
- Vouchers
Step 5: Review & Pay
Review Your Booking
Booking Summary
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Course: Championship Course
Date: 15 January 2025
Time: 08:00 AM
Players: 4
Pricing
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Base rate: R450 × 4 = R1,800
Member disc: -R200
Cart hire: R300
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Total: R1,900
Payment Options
- Credit/Debit Card
- Wallet Balance
- Pay at Pro Shop (if enabled)
Confirm Booking
- Review all details
- Accept terms and conditions
- Click "Confirm Booking"
- Wait for confirmation
Step 6: Booking Confirmation
Confirmation Screen
You'll see:
- Booking reference number
- QR code for check-in
- All booking details
Notifications
You'll receive:
- Email confirmation
- SMS confirmation (if enabled)
- Push notification (if app installed)
Calendar Integration
Add to your calendar:
- Google Calendar
- Apple Calendar
- Outlook
Tips for Successful Bookings
Book Early
Popular times fill up fast, especially:
- Weekend mornings
- Public holidays
- Good weather days
Be Flexible
Consider:
- Slightly earlier or later times
- Weekday rounds (usually cheaper)
- Twilight rates (afternoon specials)
Use Waitlist
If your preferred time is full:
- Join the waitlist
- Get notified if a spot opens
- Confirm quickly when notified
Troubleshooting
"Time No Longer Available"
The slot was booked while you were completing checkout:
- Select a different time
- Complete payment quickly next time
Payment Failed
- Check card details
- Ensure sufficient funds
- Try a different payment method
- Contact your bank if issues persist
Not Seeing Member Rates
- Ensure your membership is linked
- Check membership is current
- Contact the club if issues persist