Golf in Cuba
Enjoy this fascinating game amidst breathtaking beaches with holes located alongside the sea following the shoreline, introducing the ocean as another obstacle.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE GOLF COURSE
- 18 holes; 72 par: 5 par 5 holes and 5 par 3 holes; remaining 8 holes are par 4.
- 6 269 linear meters of trajectory between the First Tee or starting point and Green 18.
Three golfing architectures have been combined:
- Classic design, broad roads bordered by trees, wide and scarcely protected greens.
- Challenging or Target Golf design, modern style with narrow roads and heavily protected greens surrounded by sand traps and lakes. The Varadero Golf Course has several salt water lakes that connect directly with the sea, a feature that makes it almost unique worldwide.
- Links design, with holes located alongside the sea following the shoreline, introducing the ocean as another obstacle in the game.
Due to its configuration, the course is divided into two distinct areas. A first round from holes one to nine, that can be considered slightly easier, and a second round, from holes 10 to 18, where holes 11, 15. 16. 17 and 18 stand out for their individual complexity. This allows golf players to combine all the technical elements of the game with the beauty, peacefulness and quiet of the surroundings.
The Golf Club continues expanding its most ambitious golf facilities projects by opening the first golf academy operated by PGA professionals and instructors from the Cuban Golf Federation.
Practice areas (300 meters for long games, 2 putting greens, 1 shipping green, 2 bunkers) are structured to allow for instruction to be imparted indoors, including the use of accessories, golf clubs and practice balls. Anyone interested in taking up this fascinating sport may learn its secrets attending one hour sessions that start at 9:00 a.m. with a maximum of four students per instructor.
The Golf Academy has designed various programs following international sports guidelines, rules and ethics, open to all professionals and students who wish to enjoy this fascinating game amidst breathtaking beaches and our wonderful culture.
The Club House of the Varadero Golf Club has a golf players´ reception at the Caddie House, also including a Pro Shop and Snack Bar.
The Golf Club has the facilities and experience in organizing international golf tournaments and has hosted European Challenge Tour Grand Finals.
Please contact us with your brief and include proposed dates, number of persons and a short profile of type of group so we can send you a proposal.