The Governors Club
About The Governors Club
The Governors Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Brentwood, Tennessee (37027). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer and established in 2000. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,031 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 74.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, The Governors Club is one of the more challenging courses in Tennessee, playing harder than 94% 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,064 to 7,031 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.
Par
72
Length
7,031
Slope
142
Rating
74.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
129
TN Average
113
US Average
Based on 124 rated courses in Tennessee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 142 | 74.2 | 384 | 181 | 567 | 417 | 386 | 421 | 174 | 409 | 554 | 3493 | 383 | 394 | 201 | 522 | 402 | 398 | 525 | 258 | 455 | 3538 | 7,031 |
Blue | 140 | 72.3 | 360 | 174 | 548 | 376 | 369 | 391 | 161 | 400 | 520 | 3299 | 361 | 368 | 182 | 500 | 365 | 378 | 492 | 202 | 420 | 3268 | 6,567 |
Mixed | 136 | 71.2 | 336 | 174 | 488 | 325 | 369 | 360 | 143 | 400 | 520 | 3115 | 361 | 368 | 173 | 500 | 365 | 361 | 492 | 184 | 389 | 3193 | 6,308 |
White | 136 | 75.1 | 336 | 152 | 488 | 325 | 351 | 360 | 143 | 370 | 487 | 3012 | 328 | 363 | 173 | 487 | 351 | 361 | 466 | 184 | 389 | 3102 | 6,114 |
White | 132 | 70.3 | 336 | 152 | 488 | 325 | 351 | 360 | 143 | 370 | 487 | 3012 | 328 | 363 | 173 | 487 | 351 | 361 | 466 | 184 | 389 | 3102 | 6,114 |
Silver | 134 | 73.3 | 299 | 147 | 455 | 314 | 304 | 349 | 131 | 361 | 469 | 2829 | 318 | 329 | 152 | 462 | 330 | 331 | 425 | 163 | 372 | 2882 | 5,711 |
Silver | 120 | 68.6 | 299 | 147 | 455 | 314 | 304 | 349 | 131 | 361 | 469 | 2829 | 318 | 329 | 152 | 462 | 330 | 331 | 425 | 163 | 372 | 2882 | 5,711 |
Red | 126 | 70.1 | 280 | 137 | 415 | 272 | 275 | 262 | 117 | 325 | 415 | 2498 | 265 | 285 | 130 | 405 | 295 | 299 | 395 | 147 | 345 | 2566 | 5,064 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Governors Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,031 | 142 | 74.2 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,567 | 140 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
Mixed | 6,308 | 136 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,114 | 136 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
White | 6,114 | 132 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,711 | 134 | 73.3 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,711 | 120 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,064 | 126 | 70.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Governors Club
The Governors Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Governors Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Governors Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Governors Club is a public golf course located in Brentwood, TN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Governors Club have?expand_more
The Governors Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2000. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer.
What is the yardage at The Governors Club?expand_more
From the White tees, The Governors Club plays to 6,114 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,064 to 7,031 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Governors Club?expand_more
The Black tees at The Governors Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 74.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Governors Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Governors Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Governors Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Governors Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.thegovernorsclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Governors Club offer?expand_more
The Governors Club offers a pro shop.
Where is The Governors Club located?expand_more
The Governors Club is located at 18 Governors Way in Brentwood, TN 37027. You can reach them at +1-615-776-4311.
What is the difficulty level at The Governors Club?expand_more
The Governors Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 94% of golf courses in Tennessee. The average slope rating in Tennessee is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Governors Club?expand_more
The Governors Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (7,031 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,064 yards, slope 126) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Governors Club?expand_more
Beginners at The Governors Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,064 yards with a slope of 126. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Governors Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 132, rating 70.3) at The Governors Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 The Governors Club?expand_more
A typical round at The Governors 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.