Greystone Golf and Country Club begins $4 million renovations

The Greystone Golf and Country Club has been chosen as the site of the Regions Tradition golf championship for 2016 through 2018, and to prepare, the club is beginning a major renovation project.

The $4 million renovation will include improvements to golf facilities and an expansion of the Founder’s Clubhouse amenities. General Manager Calvin Bolling said the Regions Tradition is only a catalyst for the project, which will primarily address member needs and wants. A survey showed that members wanted expanded access to fitness, child care and dining options. When the renovation plan was presented, it received support from 95 percent of eligible member voters.

“Members said this is what they wanted, so this is what we’re going to deliver,” Club President-elect Roy Sewell said.

In partnership with the Professional Golf Association, Greystone will upgrade sand traps and nine holes on its Founders Course, which will be used for the Regions Tradition. The course will be closed for about 90 days during renovations, which are set for completion in September. During that time, the Legacy Course will still be available for golfers’ use. A 9,000-square-foot golf operations center will be built near the Founders Course and will include a welcome plaza and a space for the club’s golf carts, which are currently located in the Founders Clubhouse. The Legacy Course will also be the home of a new teaching facility.

“This is all about making our club a club of excellence,” member George Trible said. “We have the finest 36 holes of golf in a club setting in the greater Birmingham area.”

Members will also have access to new services at the Founders Clubhouse. About 4,500 square feet will be added to the clubhouse’s lower level to make room for a child care center and a 24-hour fitness facility. Bolling said the fitness center will be four times larger than the current facility and will include rooms for Pilates, yoga and spin classes. An expanded kitchen and casual dining and bar area will create a new place for members to socialize and host events.

“We’re trying to create a space that will draw more members more often,” Trible said.

Renovations begin this month, starting with the course upgrades and the golf operations center. Project completion is slated for spring 2016. Bolling said members will not see an increase in their dues to fund the project.

“We’re excited for [members],” Bolling said. “It’s going to provide them with so much that this club has been missing.”

To learn more about the project, visit greystonecc.com or call 980-5200.