The Links Card is the next evolution of a discount card.
We’re creating a network of partner courses that are using collective marketing benefits to drive traffic into hard to market slots – expiring tee times.
From members
From partner courses
Years in the business
gaps filled every year
Remember, our primary goal is to protect your brand so we encourage you to use restrictions in order to limit your offer to where you need results. That might be 24 hour advanced booking and limited to Mondays after 12pm or no limit booking 7 days a week. It's wherever you want results.
Tighter restrictions can limit traffic but it protects your brand and yields.
This is a very common question and concern for both courses and golfers. How many times can an offer be redeemed?
Because of the nature of our platform, our default is unlimited because we want to continually drive results into the time frames you need whether or not it's accomplished by the same golfer over and over. This creates a long term affect where value golfers are pushed into slots you need filled - ie, turning them into an effective yield management crowd.
However, you're welcome to limit the number of uses. Just add it as a restriction.
Once we have our restrictions set, it's time to figure out an offer to drive traffic into our desired time frames. First, consider the opportunity cost. If your tee time expires at $0, what would you wish you had sold it for?
Next consider the restrictions. If you have broad restrictions like 7 day advanced booking and good anytime then we suggest smaller savings. If you're using 24 hour advanced booking on weekdays only, we suggest a larger discount to motivate action.
We will say that the most successful offers are tighter restrictions + bigger savings.
Of course, there are plenty of other factors to consider like audience size, demographics, or even the season. Luckily, your offer isn't set in stone and you can change it anytime throughout the year.
Carts are another opportunity for win-win.
Including them can boost the effectiveness of your offer and keep your pace of play where you want it.
90% of our partner courses include them.
This is the savings off your retail rates for greens fees and cart fees, if applicable.
Not currently a partner course
Nestled in the charming town of Westport Harbor, Massachusetts, Acoaxet Club stands as a testament to the allure of links-style golf. Established in 1919 and meticulously designed by the renowned Larry McDonald, this private 9-hole course offers a captivating challenge for golfers of all skill levels. Measuring 6,213 yards with a par of 72, Acoaxet Club boasts bent grass fairways and pristine blue grass greens, ensuring an enjoyable and rewarding golfing experience. With a slope rating of 126 and a rating of 70.8, the course strikes a balance between moderate difficulty and exhilarating play. Golfers can enhance their game by utilizing the practice areas, including pitching/chipping areas and putting greens, and take advantage of amenities such as carts and club rentals. Proper attire is required to grace the picturesque course overlooking the tranquil waters of Westport Harbor.
The accolades for Acoaxet Club resoundingly echo the exceptional golfing experience it provides. Players extol the virtues of the course conditions and layout, describing it as a "coastal course that keeps you thinking." The challenging layouts and coastal winds add an element of intrigue to every shot, transforming each round into a strategic endeavor. The course also features a few tight holes through the woods and two more lining the coast, demanding precision and finesse from every golfer.
Beyond the course itself, the staff at Acoaxet Club receives glowing praise for their warm and welcoming demeanor. Players consistently express their gratitude for the opportunity to play at this remarkable course and eagerly anticipate their return. The overall consensus among players is that Acoaxet Club offers exceptional value, with many citing the excellent weather conditions that contribute to enjoyable rounds of golf. Phrases like "excellent conditions" and an open setting that minimizes ball loss further solidify the club's reputation as a golfer's paradise.
The Links Cards wholeheartedly concurs with the positive sentiments expressed by players regarding Acoaxet Club. This private golf course in Westport Harbor, Massachusetts, offers an intriguing challenge amidst breathtaking surroundings. The excellent conditions and layout of the course, coupled with the challenging layouts and coastal winds, create an exhilarating golfing experience that keeps players engaged from tee to green.
The friendly and accommodating staff at Acoaxet Club further enhances the overall experience, ensuring that every golfer feels welcome and valued. Despite its private status, players find immense value in their golfing experience at Acoaxet Club, consistently expressing their satisfaction and eagerness to return.
In conclusion, Acoaxet Club stands as a beacon of golfing excellence, offering a well-maintained course, challenging holes, and stunning views. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, Acoaxet Club promises an unforgettable golfing experience that exceeds expectations.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White/Blue M: 71.0/121 W: 77.2/136 | 316 | 383 | 381 | 184 | 393 | 428 | 171 | 462 | 378 | 3096 | 6213 |
| Silver/Yellow M: 67.7/114 W: 73.3/127 | 305 | 383 | 372 | 164 | 387 | 288 | 150 | 393 | 286 | 2728 | 5509 |
| Forward Blend M: 66.5/112 W: 71.9/124 | 305 | 383 | 267 | 164 | 387 | 288 | 136 | 358 | 286 | 2574 | 5148 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 9 | ||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue (18-hole) | 72 | 6213 yards | 70.8 | 126 |
| Red (18-hole) (W) | 73 | 5819 yards | 75.2 | 129 |
**We have not verified the course website. Many links are based on google search results**
Our partner courses have come to love, enjoy, and look forward to their staff memberships each year.
Our members call your proshop and identify themselves as Links Card members. When paying their greens fees, they show their membership card to your staff.
You can restrict it to a 1 time offer or allow our members to redeem it as many times as they'd like.
Most of our partner courses allow for unlimited redemption because the special offer restrictions are so beneficial yields.
We don't charge our partner courses to participate on The Links Card platform.
Our revenue comes from selling memberships to golfers to access the special offers.
We simply want you to have the systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.
Our platform allows you to create offers that increase demand during times that you need it, even if it's as small of a window as after 2pm on Mondays.
From what we've seen, it's the time frame when chances of bookings drop drastically and the expected value of a tee time rapidly approaches $0. For most courses, it's the last 24 hours before a tee time.
24 hours if our default but you're welcome to extend your offer out to meet the needs of your course. For example, a more rural course may want to use 72 hours while a resort near a city may want to use 24 hours
Great question and you absolutely can!
It's easy enough to build out an audience of value golfers. From what we've heard from our partner courses, the more difficult and time consuming part is utilizing them without damaging your brand.
Instead of adding another set of processes to your to do list, you can leverage The Links Card and our process to increase your yields for free.
If your course is consistently booked with foursomes and zero gaps, we congratulate you!
The Links Card is a platform that let's you put systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.