CLUB CUSTOMS AND COURTESIES

The Hamilton Golf and Country Club is a special place where membership is privilege, extended to men and women who have pride in their club and show respect for it and fellow members. The following information is intended to make your time at the club truly enjoyable. The club expects all members and their guests to adhere to the following standards befitting a fine private club. If you have any questions either before or during your visit, please ask your host, or contact the club at 905-648-4471, and speak to main reception.

DRESS CODE

1. Golfing areas: golf courses (including Short Course), the Practice Tee, practice areas and putting greens

Golf attire should be neat, tailored, and consistent with the standards of the club and traditions of the game of golf.

Men and Junior Boys

• Slacks must be tailored, pressed and non-faded. Rugger and cargo pants are not permitted.
• Golf shorts must be tailored and knee length.
• Denim is not permitted.
• Proper golf footwear (soft spikes and spikeless) is to be worn always (no street shoes or sandals). Running shoes may be worn with permission from the Professional Shop for health/medical issues.
• Socks should be knee length, ankle length or low cut sockettes.
• Golf shirts with band collars or slim collars are permitted. Shirts with a collar, mock turtle and turtlenecks are accepted.
• No hoodies, T-shirts, track pants, or track suits. Jackets with a hood are permitted.
• All shirts must be tucked in always.
• Golf related logos only on all garments. No sport team or corporate logos.
• Caps and visors may not be worn backwards and must be removed upon entrance to the clubhouse.

Women and Junior Girls

• Slacks (including Capri pants) must be tailored and pressed. Yoga pants, and cargo pants are not permitted.
• Leggings may only be worn under appropriate golf attire (eg. shorts, skirts, skorts).
• Denim is not permitted.
• Shorts, skirts and skorts must be of appropriate length.
• Tops must have a collar and/or sleeves. They must be tucked in, except those tailored to be worn out.
• No T-shirts, hoodies, track pants, or track suits. Jackets with a hood are permitted.
• Soft spikes and spikeless golf shoes must be worn on the golf course.
• Running shoes may be worn with permission from the Professional Shop for health/medical issues.
• Golf related logos only on all garments. No sport team or corporate logos.
• Golf sandals without socks are allowed on the course.

DRESS CODE

2.a) Upper level Great Hall:

The upper level of the clubhouse is meant to provide a more formal area of the club, adhering to the traditional values and rich history of a club originating in1894.

Men and Junior Boys

• Jacket and tie. Exception - boys under 13 do not require a jacket.
• All shirts must be tucked in always.
• No denim permitted.

Women and Junior Girls

• Comparable attire.
• No denim permitted.

2.b) Upper level Main Dining Room:

Men and Junior Boys

• Jacket and tie. Exception - boys under 13 do not require a jacket.
• All shirts must be tucked in always.
• No denim permitted.

Women and Junior Girls

• Comparable attire.
• No denim permitted.
  
  

2.c) Upper level Colt's Corner

Members are encouraged to wear golf attire in the spirit and traditions of the club and the game.

Men and Junior Boys

• All golfing areas dress codes are acceptable.
• Fashionable denim and corduroy trousers are permitted in the lower level of clubhouse. Denim must not have tears, be faded or be work pants.
• Denim shirts, shorts or jackets are not permitted.
• Fashionable sport/casual shirts may be worn untucked.
• No hoodies, T-shirts, track pants, or track suits. Jackets with a hood are permitted.
• If you wear a sweater, the shirt or top underneath must have a collar and should be tucked in.
• Golf shirts and dress shirts must be tucked in always.
• No corporate or sport team related logos on clothing.
• Fashionable sandals with covered toes may be worn in the lower level of the clubhouse. No flip flops are permitted.
• Men may wear shoes without socks in the lower level of the clubhouse.
• Socks should be knee length, ankle length or low cut sockettes.
• No hats may be worn in any area of the clubhouse apart from the patio.
• Only spikeless shoes are permitted in Colt’s Corner.

Women and Junior Girls

• All golfing areas dress codes are acceptable.
• Fashionable denim and corduroy trousers are permitted in the lower level of clubhouse. Denim must not have tears, be faded or be work pants.
• Denim shirts, shorts, dresses, or jackets are not permitted.
• No tank or halter tops, low necklines, or bare midriffs. 
• No hoodies, T-shirts, track pants, or track suits. Jackets with a hood are permitted.
• No spandex or yoga pants.
• No corporate or sport team related logos on clothing.
• Golf sandals and dress sandals are permitted in the clubhouse. No flip-flops.
• Hats may be worn in the clubhouse and on the patio.
• Only spikeless shoes are permitted in Colt’s Corner.

Note: Upper level clubhouse dress codes may change according to various events. Exceptions will be noted in the event announcement.

2.d) Lower level clubhouse dress code:

The lower level of the clubhouse is meant to provide a less formal, more casual ambiance, where casual après-golf activity can occur, but also catering to more upscale lounging/dining in the Grill Room, Solarium/Pub Sol and patios.

Men and Junior Boys

• All golfing areas dress codes are acceptable.
• Fashionable denim trousers are permitted in the lower level of the clubhouse. Denim must not have tears, be faded or be work pants.
• Denim shirts, shorts or jackets are not permitted.
• Fashionable sport/casual shirts may be worn untucked in the lower level of the clubhouse.
• No hoodies, T-shirts, track pants, or track suits. Jackets with a hood are permitted.
• Golf shirts and dress shirts must be tucked in always.
• No corporate or sport team related logos on clothing.
• Fashionable sandals with covered toes may be worn in the lower level of the clubhouse. No flip flops are permitted.
• Men may wear shoes without socks in the lower level of the clubhouse.
• Socks should be knee length, ankle length or low cut sockettes.
• No hats may be worn in any area of the clubhouse apart from the patio.

Women and Junior Girls

• All golfing areas dress codes are acceptable.
• Fashionable denim trousers are permitted in the lower level of the clubhouse. Denim must not have tears, be faded or be work pants
• Denim shirts, shorts, dresses, or jackets are not permitted.
• No tank or halter tops, low necklines, or bare midriffs. 
• No T-shirts, hoodies, track pants, or track suits. Jackets with a hood are permitted.
• No spandex or yoga pants.
• No corporate or sport team related logos on clothing.
• Golf sandals and dress sandals are permitted in the clubhouse. No flip-flops.
• Hats may be worn in the clubhouse and on the patio.

2.E) Winter Golf Academy

The dress code for the Winter Golf Academy is the same as the lower level of the clubhouse.

For a pictorial explanation of the club's dress code please CLICK HERE.

CELL PHONE/ELECTRIC DEVICE POLICY

HGCC provides in-house wi-fi for the convenience of our members and their guests. Mobile devices and tablets must be in silent mode at all times. The respectful use of devices is permitted in data form, to check email and text messages throughout the clubhouse and on the golf course. The “phone” function of cellular devices is prohibited in all social spaces and shared areas of the clubhouse, including all patios. They may be used in the locker rooms, club offices inside booked meeting rooms during business or committee meetings (when available). They may be used in the parking lot. Members are encouraged to carry their cellular phones in a silent/vibrate position, in case of emergency, while on club property.

SMOKING POLICY

As per provincial regulations, smoking is prohibited anywhere inside the clubhouse and outdoor patios. Please use appropriate disposal units to keep our grounds and golf course free and clean of debris.

PARKING LOT

Shoes may not be changed in the parking lot. Occasionally, vehicles may be left in the parking lot overnight with approval from the duty manager.

CREDIT CARDS

Guests may use the “Member for a Day” program to purchase; greens fees, merchandise and accessories in the Professional Shop, as well as, for all food and beverage purchases, with a credit card. Otherwise, members are expected to put the purchase of guest rounds and all food and beverage, in and out of the clubhouse (half way houses) on their accounts. Guests, who are members at other approved clubs, are welcome to sign back all purchases to their home clubs.

TIPPING

Tipping of Back Shop staff, caddies and Food & Beverage staff is permitted at the discretion of the member or their guests.

BUSINESS MEETINGS

Open briefcase meetings are not permitted in member areas. Please call the club to book a meeting facility.

LIQUOR LICENCE ACT

Your club is licensed to serve alcohol under the Liquor License Act. The club has a variety of obligations under the Act, including a duty not to over serve club patrons.

In addition to its obligations under the Act, the club has a legal and moral duty to prevent patrons from becoming intoxicated and posing a risk to themselves and others. Failure of the club or its patrons to meet these obligations may result in loss of the club's liquor license and in significant civil liability to the club.

Members are expected to refrain from driving, and to discourage fellow members and their guests from driving, when they should not be in custody of an automobile.

Members are assumed to know their legal and moral obligations respecting drinking and driving. Members and guests are also expected to behave responsibly and not to create risks for themselves, our staff, third parties or this club.

TAXI SERVICE

Members are encouraged to not drink and drive. Occasionally, vehicles may be left in the parking lot overnight with approval from the duty manager. Members have the ability to sign taxi charges back to their house account. Blue Line Taxi also provides a service where they will send two drivers to the club, and one will drive your vehicle home for you.

GOLF INFORMATION

Hamilton Golf and Country Club is a walking course. Pace of play is essential to the enjoyment of all. If you require a golf cart, your host will make the necessary arrangements. If you are driving a cart, please follow all directional signs and use cart paths when designated to do so. Properly raked bunkers are essential to the playability of HGCC. Even if you are playing a late afternoon or evening round, please rake the bunkers. By adhering to these important matters, we believe everyone's HGCC golfing experience will be enhanced.