Ardea Country Club

History

Ardea Country Club was rebranded and reinvented following a major renovation. Invited/ClubCorp records note an October 2023 reinvention of the property, formerly known as East Lake Woodlands Country Club, which included an $11 million transformation that delivered remodeled clubhouse, courses, and amenities. For more details, visit the club's history page.

Social Activities

The club offers year-round member programming that includes themed dining nights, live music events, member mixers, racquet socials, clinics, and club championship tournaments. The calendar lists recurring social events, new-member orientations, and special interest clubs. More information can be found on the social activities page.

Recreational Amenities

Ardea Country Club features two pools, including a 25-meter heated lap pool and a 7-ft deep freeform/recreation pool with a splash pad and mini-golf. The fitness center is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, and there are expansive golf practice facilities, newly renovated racquet facilities, and the Birdies Kids Club. Further details are available on the amenities page.

Sport Facilities

The club includes two 18-hole championship golf courses, a driving range, short-game practice areas, and numerous clay tennis and pickleball courts. The fitness center and aquatics facilities support various swim programming. More about the sports facilities can be found on the golf page.

Golf Facilities

Ardea Country Club offers two renovated 18-hole championship courses with new Tifeagle greens and upgraded irrigation. The North Course is approximately 6,616 yards (Par 72) and the South Course is around 6,566 yards (Par 72). The practice facilities include a driving range, short-game area, and large putting green. For more information, visit the golf facilities page.

Fitness Centers

The fitness center at Ardea Country Club features branded equipment and offers virtual group classes, along with personalized training programs from certified trainers. Details can be found on the fitness page.

Dining Experiences

The clubhouse dining includes Heron's Bar & Grille, which has an expanded outdoor patio and themed dining nights. A casual option, The Dash, offers grab-and-go or poolside service. Special dining events are scheduled on the club calendar. More information is available on the dining page.

Event Spaces

The club provides multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces for private events, weddings, and corporate meetings. Notable rooms include the Cypress Room and the Woodlands Ballroom, which can accommodate up to approximately 300 guests. Full event planning services are also available. For more details, visit the event spaces page.

Family and Children

Family-focused amenities include the Birdies Kids Club, which operates on Friday and Saturday nights for children aged 4-10. Additional features include a kids splash pad, mini-golf, and junior-friendly pool programming. More information can be found on the family amenities page.

Youth Programs

The club offers junior golf programming, including the Crush It! junior development program and PGA Junior League. Junior tennis and pickleball lessons are also available. For more on youth programs, visit the youth programs page.

Seasonal Events

Ardea Country Club publishes a rolling calendar of seasonal and recurring events, including monthly BBQs, holiday dinners, and racquet tournaments. The calendar features both monthly and weekly themed events. More details can be found on the seasonal events page.

Access Policies

The club has multiple membership categories, each with defined amenity access levels and specific policies. Prospective members are encouraged to contact the Membership Director for more information regarding dues and initiation fees. For further details, visit the membership page.

Wedding Services

Full wedding services are offered, including a dedicated planning team and venue tours. The club provides coordination for ceremonies and receptions in both indoor and outdoor settings. More information is available on the wedding services page.

Corporate Services

The club supports corporate meetings and events with various meeting rooms and banquet services. Private-event directors are available to assist with planning corporate and charity events. More details can be found on the corporate services page.

Community Engagement

Ardea Country Club hosts community and charity events, including galas and mixers. The public calendar features events that are open to both members and non-members. More information can be found on the community engagement page.

Membership Joining

Membership categories and benefits are described on the membership page, encouraging prospects to contact the Membership Director for more information on pricing and application processes. For further details, visit the membership joining page.

Guest Access

Guests are permitted in many club areas, with specific rules for the Kids Club requiring guests to be accompanied by a member. Non-members may also host events at the club. More information is available on the guest access page.

Affiliations

Members have access to the Invited (ClubCorp) network and various regional club benefits, including travel golf benefits and cross-club dining privileges. More details can be found on the affiliations page.