Santa Teresa Golf Club
Course at a glance
Santa Teresa Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in San Jose, California (95119). The course was designed by Gene Bates. From the Pro tees, Santa Teresa Golf Club plays to 6,725 yards at par 71. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 4,095 to 6,725 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 72.1, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 20% of rated golf courses in California. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Tee times at Santa Teresa Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Santa Teresa Golf Club
Santa Teresa Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in San Jose, California (95119). The course was designed by Gene Bates. From the Pro tees, the course plays to 6,725 yards with a par of 71. The Pro tees carry a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 72.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 125, Santa Teresa Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in California. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,095 to 6,725 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
California offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
71
Length
6,725
Slope
122
Rating
72.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
125
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 641 rated courses in California
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pro | 122 | 72.1 | 415 | 506 | 353 | 382 | 171 | 410 | 188 | 406 | 432 | 3263 | 382 | 498 | 393 | 420 | 186 | 372 | 224 | 566 | 421 | 3462 | 6,725 |
Black | 120 | 70.7 | 397 | 485 | 344 | 369 | 155 | 399 | 162 | 398 | 423 | 3132 | 363 | 478 | 378 | 393 | 170 | 358 | 190 | 527 | 406 | 3263 | 6,395 |
BlueWomen's | 125 | 74.5 | 369 | 465 | 326 | 351 | 134 | 383 | 126 | 344 | 411 | 2909 | 352 | 440 | 367 | 379 | 160 | 338 | 167 | 470 | 387 | 3060 | 5,969 |
BlueMen's | 116 | 68.7 | 369 | 465 | 326 | 351 | 134 | 383 | 126 | 344 | 411 | 2909 | 352 | 440 | 367 | 379 | 160 | 338 | 167 | 470 | 387 | 3060 | 5,969 |
Blue/White Combo | 121 | 73.3 | 369 | 465 | 326 | 351 | 134 | 383 | 126 | 344 | 411 | 2909 | 352 | 382 | 344 | 357 | 138 | 327 | 147 | 403 | 347 | 2797 | 5,706 |
WhiteWomen's | 118 | 71.2 | 314 | 414 | 317 | 300 | 122 | 334 | 105 | 311 | 364 | 2581 | 349 | 423 | 344 | 357 | 138 | 327 | 147 | 403 | 347 | 2835 | 5,416 |
WhiteMen's | 107 | 66.6 | 314 | 414 | 317 | 300 | 122 | 334 | 105 | 311 | 364 | 2581 | 349 | 423 | 344 | 357 | 138 | 327 | 147 | 403 | 347 | 2835 | 5,416 |
OrangeWomen's | 98 | 64.4 | 217 | 308 | 291 | 233 | 79 | 241 | 79 | 262 | 251 | 1961 | 230 | 242 | 251 | 296 | 108 | 225 | 101 | 395 | 286 | 2134 | 4,095 |
OrangeMen's | 100 | 60.9 | 217 | 308 | 291 | 233 | 79 | 241 | 79 | 262 | 251 | 1961 | 230 | 242 | 251 | 296 | 108 | 225 | 101 | 395 | 286 | 2134 | 4,095 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 6 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Santa Teresa Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pro | 6,725 | 122 | 72.1 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,395 | 120 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,969 | 125 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,969 | 116 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
Blue/White Combo | 5,706 | 121 | 73.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,416 | 118 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
White | 5,416 | 107 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Orange | 4,095 | 98 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Orange | 4,095 | 100 | 60.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Santa Teresa Golf Club
Santa Teresa Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Santa Teresa Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Santa Teresa Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Santa Teresa Golf Club is a public golf course located in San Jose, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Santa Teresa Golf Club have?
Santa Teresa Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Gene Bates.
What is the yardage at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
From the Blue/White Combo tees, Santa Teresa Golf Club plays to 5,706 yards (par 71). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 4,095 to 6,725 yards.
What is the slope rating at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
The Pro tees at Santa Teresa Golf Club have a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 72.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Santa Teresa Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Santa Teresa Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://santateresagolf.com/ or call +1-408-225-2650 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Santa Teresa Golf Club offer?
Santa Teresa Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Santa Teresa Golf Club located?
Santa Teresa Golf Club is located at 260 Bernal Road in San Jose, CA 95119. You can reach them at +1-408-225-2650.
What is the difficulty level at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
Santa Teresa Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 125. It plays harder than 20% of golf courses in California. The average slope rating in California is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
Santa Teresa Golf Club offers 9 tee sets. Pro tees (6,725 yards, slope 122) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Orange tees (4,095 yards, slope 100) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
Beginners at Santa Teresa Golf Club should play the Orange tees, which play 4,095 yards with a slope of 100. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Blue/White Combo tees (slope 121, rating 73.3) at Santa Teresa Golf Club has a course handicap of 18, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Santa Teresa Golf Club?
A typical round at Santa Teresa Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.