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São Paulo Golf Club has hosted famous personalities such as Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead, Padraig Harrington, and even rock star Alice Cooper. It has also been a venue for the European Tour and the Campeonato de Golfe Amador do Brasil.
About
São Paulo Golf Club is Brazil's oldest golf club and is renowned for its classic tree-lined parkland layout. Originally designed in 1901 and redesigned by Stanley Thompson in 1935, the course offers gently undulating terrain and a strategic challenge, hosting notable events including the European Tour and PGA Tour Latin America.
Caddie Tip
Navigate the tight, tree-lined fairways with precision rather than power; local knowledge is crucial for reading the subtly sloped greens, especially in approach and lag putting. Play conservatively on the dogleg par 4s to avoid water hazards and maximize scoring chances.
The Main Challenge
The toughest challenge at São Paulo Golf Club lies in its narrow, tree-bordered fairways and strategic doglegs, forcing golfers to prioritize accuracy and smart course management over distance. Multiple water hazards and undulating greens require precise club selection and control on approach shots.
The Good
Golfers rave about the consistently excellent course conditions and the classic design that emphasizes shot-making and strategic play. The club’s history and tranquility, combined with its central São Paulo location, offer a unique, elegant golfing experience rarely matched elsewhere in Brazil.
The Not So Good
Access is restricted to members and guests, which many locals wish was less exclusive. Some visitors note the need for updated clubhouse facilities and greater attention to speedy play during busy weekends, to match international club standards.
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Clubhouse
The elegant clubhouse features a full-service restaurant and bar, luxurious locker rooms, a sauna, billiards, and swimming pool. Members enjoy social events, relaxing lounge areas, and efficient pro shop service catering to all player needs.
Practice Facilities
Comprehensive practice amenities include a modern driving range, pitching and chipping area, and large putting green. Golf tuition is available via professional instructors, and the club has a six-hole children’s academy for junior players.
Dress Code:
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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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