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The club traces its roots back to 1896, originating from the Belmont Golf Association—an offshoot of the Belmont Cricket Club. It officially became Aronimink Golf Club in 1900, named after a Lenape tribe chief who once occupied the land of its original clubhouse
About
Aronimink Golf Club is a prestigious private championship course in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, designed by Donald Ross and recently renovated by Gil Hanse. Established in 1896, Aronimink hosted the 1962 PGA Championship, the 2003 Senior PGA Championship, and was selected to host the 2026 PGA Championship, highlighting its continued prominence in major tournament golf.
Caddie Tip
Approach shots at Aronimink require careful distance control due to challenging green complexes and significant run-offs. Play to the center of the greens and avoid attacking just tucked pins, as recovery from the deep Ross-style bunkers can quickly turn a par opportunity into a bogey or worse.
The Main Challenge
Aronimink's toughest challenge lies in its large, undulating greens heavily protected by deep Ross bunkers, demanding precision with approach shots and nerves with the putter. Many holes require accurate driving to best angles, and mistakes are harshly penalized, especially when tournament conditions ramp up green speed.
The Good
Golfers consistently praise the finely maintained Donald Ross design, recent thoughtful restoration by Gil Hanse, and high quality of the greens. The historic clubhouse, attentive staff, and aura created by the course’s tournament pedigree make a round at Aronimink a bucket-list East Coast experience.
The Not So Good
Some players mention the difficulty of the walk due to elevation changes on certain holes and the at-times demanding rough. Because it's a prestigious, busy club, tee time access is tightly limited, and some members desire expanded playing opportunities during peak season.
Signature Hole:
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8
The par-3 8th at Aronimink is renowned for its elevated tee, dramatic bunkering, and a green framed by mature trees. The hole demands precise club selection and accuracy to avoid a tough up-and-down from deep bunkers, making it a memorable test of a player's iron play and short game on this classic Donald Ross layout.
Clubhouse
Members enjoy a classic Tudor-style clubhouse with gourmet dining, multiple lounges, private event rooms, locker facilities, a fitness center, swimming pools, and tennis and paddle courts, all with service befitting a Platinum Club of America.
Practice Facilities
Aronimink offers expansive practice facilities, including a full driving range, multiple short game areas, putting greens, and dedicated areas for sand and bunker play. Instruction and club fitting are available. The clubhouse features dining, locker rooms, tennis courts, pools, and event spaces, highlighting a traditional private club environment.
Dress Code:
Prestigious
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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