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 heart of Fairfax, Virginia, the Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax – Red/White Course offers an exceptional golfing experience for players of all skill levels. Designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1946 and meticulously renovated by Rich Mandell in 2011, this private 18-hole course boasts a par of 72 and stretches across a challenging 6,586 yards. With a moderate slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 72.3, golfers can expect a blend of challenge and enjoyment as they navigate through beautifully landscaped fairways and meticulously manicured greens. Multiple tee options, including blue tees at 6,301 yards and gold (W) tees at 5,811 yards, ensure that golfers of all abilities can find their ideal level of play. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your golfing journey, the Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax – Red/White Course provides an unparalleled opportunity to test your skills amidst breathtaking natural surroundings.
The Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax – Red/White Course has consistently garnered rave reviews from golfers who have had the pleasure of experiencing its exceptional offerings. One enthusiastic reviewer described their experience as "nothing short of amazing," highlighting the pristine course conditions and the smooth pace of play. The course layout also received high praise, with particular acclaim for the traditional white 9 and the blue 9, which offers a captivating variety of hole lengths and undulating terrain. Additionally, golfers were impressed by the course's walkability, making it a delight for those who prefer to traverse the course on foot.
Beyond the course itself, reviewers also commended the friendly and accommodating staff, who go above and beyond to ensure a memorable golfing experience. The club's amenities were also highly regarded, providing golfers with everything they need for a comfortable and enjoyable round.
The Links Cards wholeheartedly concurs with the positive sentiments expressed by golfers regarding the Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax – Red/White Course. This classic American parkland course truly delivers exceptional value for golfers seeking a well-rounded and enjoyable experience. The course's excellent conditions, engaging layout, and friendly staff contribute to its reputation as a must-play destination.
The traditional white 9 and the challenging blue 9 offer a diverse range of holes that cater to golfers of all skill levels. The walkability of the course adds to its appeal, providing a refreshing alternative to cart-bound rounds. The club's amenities further enhance the overall experience, ensuring that golfers have everything they need for a successful and enjoyable day on the course.
In conclusion, the Army Navy Country Club – Fairfax – Red/White Course stands as a testament to the pursuit of golfing excellence. Its combination of exceptional course conditions, engaging layout, friendly staff, and excellent amenities make it a top choice for golfers seeking an unforgettable experience. The Links Cards highly recommends this course to golfers of all levels, whether they're seasoned veterans or just starting their golfing journey.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 71.2/132 | 356 | 396 | 412 | 192 | 388 | 486 | 531 | 151 | 406 | 3318 | 364 | 160 | 500 | 514 | 152 | 414 | 457 | 396 | 311 | 3268 | 6586 |
| Blue M: 69.7/127 | 350 | 388 | 375 | 163 | 360 | 460 | 501 | 139 | 372 | 3108 | 358 | 154 | 470 | 508 | 140 | 408 | 428 | 375 | 305 | 3146 | 6254 |
| White M: 67.9/124 W: 74.0/131 | 332 | 360 | 337 | 137 | 309 | 434 | 496 | 131 | 365 | 2901 | 331 | 135 | 464 | 480 | 132 | 381 | 393 | 354 | 293 | 2963 | 5864 |
| Green M: 64.3/117 W: 69.8/120 | 327 | 328 | 300 | 131 | 276 | 428 | 443 | 106 | 334 | 2673 | 308 | 130 | 424 | 444 | 95 | 345 | 360 | 308 | 267 | 2681 | 5354 |
| Red M: 62.7/115 W: 67.3/117 | 241 | 251 | 261 | 83 | 249 | 395 | 392 | 100 | 291 | 2263 | 285 | 115 | 370 | 374 | 90 | 287 | 318 | 252 | 259 | 2350 | 4613 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6586 yards | 72.3 | 136 |
| Blue | 72 | 6301 yards | 71.4 | 131 |
| White | 72 | 5864 yards | 70.3 | 128 |
| Gold (W) | 72 | 5811 yards | 72.8 | 129 |
| Gold | 72 | 5811 yards | 67.4 | 119 |
**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.