Payments
Understanding pricing and payments for your bookings.
Pricing Structure
Base Rates
Each club sets their own rates based on:
- Player Type: Member vs Visitor
- Time of Day: Peak vs Off-peak
- Day of Week: Weekday vs Weekend
- Season: High vs Low season
Example Pricing
Championship Course - Weekend
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Time Member Visitor
06:00-07:00 R350 R500
07:00-10:00 R450 R650 (Peak)
10:00-14:00 R400 R600
14:00-Close R300 R450 (Twilight)
Member Rates
Membership Types
| Type | Typical Discount |
|---|---|
| Full Member | Best rates |
| Intermediate | 50-70% of visitor |
| Junior | 30-50% of visitor |
| Senior | 60-80% of visitor |
| Corporate | Varies by agreement |
Linking Membership
To receive member rates:
- Log in to your account
- Go to Settings > Memberships
- Add your membership number
- Club verifies your status
- Rates apply automatically
Visitor Rates
Standard Visitor
Default rates for non-members:
- Typically highest rate
- No advance booking priority
- May require full prepayment
Reciprocity Rates
If your home club has agreements:
- Reduced visitor rates
- Extended booking window
- Member-like privileges
See Reciprocity for details.
Additional Charges
Cart Hire
| Type | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Shared Cart | R150-200 |
| Single Cart | R250-350 |
| Pull Trolley | R50-100 |
Other Services
- Caddy: R150-300 + tip
- Club Rental: R200-400
- Shoe Rental: R50-100
- Range Balls: R50-100
Payment Methods
Credit/Debit Card
- Visa, Mastercard accepted
- Secure payment processing
- Instant confirmation
Wallet Balance
Prepay and use wallet credits:
- Top up anytime
- Faster checkout
- May earn bonus credits
Pay at Pro Shop
Some clubs allow:
- Reserve now, pay later
- Payment due on arrival
- May require deposit
Vouchers & Credits
Apply during checkout:
- Gift vouchers
- Promotional codes
- Credit from cancellations
Refunds
Full Refund Eligibility
Typically eligible when:
- Cancelled 48+ hours before
- Course closed (weather, maintenance)
- Booking error by club
Partial Refund
May apply when:
- Cancelled 24-48 hours before
- Modified to fewer players
No Refund
Usually applies when:
- Cancelled less than 24 hours before
- No-show
- Already played
How Refunds Work
flowchart TD
A[Cancellation Request] --> B{Timeframe}
B -->|48+ hours| C[Full Refund]
B -->|24-48 hours| D[Partial/Credit]
B -->|Under 24 hours| E[No Refund]
C --> F[Refund Method]
D --> F
F -->|Card Payment| G[Back to Card 5-7 days]
F -->|Wallet| H[Instant to Wallet]
F -->|Credit| I[Club Credit]
Invoices & Receipts
Automatic Receipts
Sent automatically after:
- Booking confirmation
- Payment completion
- Refund processing
Downloading Invoices
- Go to My Bookings > History
- Select the booking
- Click "Download Invoice"
Tax Documentation
For corporate bookings:
- VAT invoices available
- Company details on invoice
- Monthly statements (on request)
Disputes
Payment Issues
If you have a payment problem:
- Check your email for confirmation
- Verify with your bank
- Contact the club
- Open a support ticket
Incorrect Charges
If charged incorrectly:
- Document the discrepancy
- Contact the club first
- Request correction or refund
- Escalate to support if needed
Tips
Save Money
- Book off-peak times
- Use twilight rates
- Join club membership
- Look for promotions
Avoid Surprises
- Review total before confirming
- Check cancellation policy
- Note any additional charges
- Understand refund terms