Sunday, May 1, 2011

THE ALEXANDRIA SPORTING CLUB IN ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT

THE ALEXANDRIA SPORTING CLUB IN ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT


Built in 1898 and used during the British occupation, the Alexandria Sporting Club is one of the oldest sporting clubs in Egypt.  In 1952, it was taken over by the state, converted into a national club (like the El Gezira Club in Zamalek) and was managed by the Chairman of the Club, Mahmoud Hamdy.  Today, the golf course stands on 97 feddans, 97 percent of which constitutes the total club area.  It is a flat course with tricky bunkers and can be played by beginners as well as experts.  The club also features four restaurants, the Club House Restaurant being the most luxurious, and the Happy Land restaurant serving the children's playground.  It also offers party catering.

Members pay 5 LE for 18 holes, while temporary members pay 10 LE to play.  Visitors must be accompanied by a member and pay 50 LE.


About the course: 18 holes, Par 70, 5,960 yards, rating 69, two tees
Who Can Play: Annual memberships, daily golf, tourist groups welcome
Golf Services: Pro Shop, caddies, trolleys, club rental
Learning to Play: Golf pro, lessons
About the Clubhouse: Restaurant
Other Facilities: The course is part of the Alexandria Sporting Club, which has two swimming pools, horseracing, croquet, tennis, squash, basketball, football, board games, and many other facilities.

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