Tournament Club of Iowa
About Tournament Club of Iowa
Tournament Club of Iowa is a 18-hole golf course located in Polk City, Iowa (50226). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer and established in 2003. From the King tees, the course plays to 7,030 yards with a par of 71. The King tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 137, Tournament Club of Iowa is one of the more challenging courses in Iowa, playing harder than 90% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,794 to 7,030 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.
Golf in Iowa typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
71
Length
7,030
Slope
137
Rating
73.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
125
IA Average
113
US Average
Based on 196 rated courses in Iowa
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
King | 137 | 73.6 | 420 | 376 | 442 | 526 | 325 | 194 | 222 | 637 | 456 | 3598 | 447 | 415 | 186 | 593 | 185 | 511 | 412 | 227 | 456 | 3432 | 7,030 |
Master | 134 | 71.6 | 408 | 369 | 427 | 504 | 301 | 175 | 191 | 596 | 434 | 3405 | 392 | 386 | 175 | 578 | 180 | 500 | 378 | 170 | 444 | 3203 | 6,608 |
Palmer | 132 | 69.4 | 352 | 354 | 379 | 485 | 258 | 154 | 176 | 554 | 390 | 3102 | 332 | 368 | 157 | 544 | 161 | 467 | 353 | 159 | 387 | 2928 | 6,030 |
Deacon | 133 | 72.8 | 311 | 344 | 343 | 476 | 240 | 147 | 159 | 520 | 338 | 2878 | 305 | 314 | 139 | 513 | 141 | 440 | 330 | 128 | 341 | 2651 | 5,529 |
Deacon | 123 | 67.1 | 311 | 344 | 343 | 476 | 240 | 147 | 159 | 520 | 338 | 2878 | 305 | 314 | 139 | 513 | 141 | 440 | 330 | 128 | 341 | 2651 | 5,529 |
Legend | 125 | 68.7 | 262 | 294 | 298 | 439 | 223 | 85 | 110 | 512 | 331 | 2554 | 244 | 258 | 105 | 470 | 102 | 414 | 249 | 102 | 296 | 2240 | 4,794 |
Legend | 117 | 63.9 | 262 | 294 | 298 | 439 | 223 | 85 | 110 | 512 | 331 | 2554 | 244 | 258 | 105 | 470 | 102 | 414 | 249 | 102 | 296 | 2240 | 4,794 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 7 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Tournament Club of Iowa offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
King | 7,030 | 137 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Master | 6,608 | 134 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Palmer | 6,030 | 132 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Deacon | 5,529 | 133 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
Deacon | 5,529 | 123 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Legend | 4,794 | 125 | 68.7 | 25+ |
Legend | 4,794 | 117 | 63.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Tournament Club of Iowa
Tournament Club of Iowa features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Tournament Club of Iowa. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tournament Club of Iowa a public or private golf course?expand_more
Tournament Club of Iowa is a public golf course located in Polk City, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Tournament Club of Iowa have?expand_more
Tournament Club of Iowa is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2003. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer.
What is the yardage at Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
From the King tees, Tournament Club of Iowa plays to 7,030 yards (par 71). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,794 to 7,030 yards.
What is the slope rating at Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
The King tees at Tournament Club of Iowa have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 73.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Tournament Club of Iowa. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Tournament Club of Iowa. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Tournament Club of Iowa offer?expand_more
Tournament Club of Iowa offers a pro shop.
Where is Tournament Club of Iowa located?expand_more
Tournament Club of Iowa is located at 1000 Tradition Dr in Polk City, IA 50226. You can reach them at 515-984-9440.
What is the difficulty level at Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
Tournament Club of Iowa is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 90% of golf courses in Iowa. The average slope rating in Iowa is 125. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
Tournament Club of Iowa offers 7 tee sets. King tees (7,030 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Legend tees (4,794 yards, slope 117) 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 Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
Beginners at Tournament Club of Iowa should play the Legend tees, which play 4,794 yards with a slope of 117. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Deacon tees (slope 133, rating 72.8) at Tournament Club of Iowa would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 90. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Tournament Club of Iowa?expand_more
A typical round at Tournament Club of Iowa 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.