Providence Golf Club
Course at a glance
Providence Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Richmond, Virginia (23236). The course was designed by Lester George and opened in 2002. From the Gold tees, Providence Golf Club plays to 6,399 yards at par 71. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 4,565 to 6,399 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 66% of rated golf courses in Virginia. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Providence Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Providence Golf Club
Providence Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Richmond, Virginia (23236). The course was designed by Lester George and established in 2002. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,399 yards with a par of 71. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.2.
Walking is permitted.
Providence Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, putting it in the upper half of courses in Virginia for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,565 to 6,399 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
71
Length
6,399
Slope
136
Rating
71.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
136
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 206 rated courses in Virginia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 136 | 71.2 | 403 | 172 | 403 | 302 | 506 | 163 | 406 | 520 | 210 | 3085 | 290 | 185 | 558 | 411 | 355 | 446 | 426 | 157 | 486 | 3314 | 6,399 |
BlueWomen's | 139 | 75.1 | 387 | 154 | 361 | 281 | 483 | 133 | 373 | 489 | 192 | 2853 | 268 | 168 | 530 | 369 | 337 | 421 | 401 | 142 | 461 | 3097 | 5,950 |
BlueMen's | 131 | 69.1 | 387 | 154 | 361 | 281 | 483 | 133 | 373 | 489 | 192 | 2853 | 268 | 168 | 530 | 369 | 337 | 421 | 401 | 142 | 461 | 3097 | 5,950 |
WhiteWomen's | 131 | 71.7 | 350 | 135 | 322 | 262 | 425 | 110 | 333 | 443 | 169 | 2549 | 242 | 141 | 462 | 340 | 310 | 376 | 346 | 109 | 407 | 2733 | 5,282 |
WhiteMen's | 125 | 66.0 | 350 | 135 | 322 | 262 | 425 | 110 | 333 | 443 | 169 | 2549 | 242 | 141 | 462 | 340 | 310 | 376 | 346 | 109 | 407 | 2733 | 5,282 |
Red | 121 | 67.6 | 307 | 117 | 219 | 227 | 386 | 90 | 308 | 406 | 154 | 2214 | 222 | 119 | 371 | 267 | 271 | 356 | 291 | 89 | 365 | 2351 | 4,565 |
Red | 116 | 63.1 | 307 | 117 | 219 | 227 | 386 | 90 | 308 | 406 | 154 | 2214 | 222 | 119 | 371 | 267 | 271 | 356 | 291 | 89 | 365 | 2351 | 4,565 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Providence Golf Club offers 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,399 | 136 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,950 | 139 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,950 | 131 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
White | 5,282 | 131 | 71.7 | 20-30 |
White | 5,282 | 125 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,565 | 121 | 67.6 | 25+ |
Red | 4,565 | 116 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Providence Golf Club
Providence 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 Providence 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 Providence Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Providence Golf Club is a public golf course located in Richmond, VA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Providence Golf Club have?
Providence Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2002. The course was designed by Lester George.
What is the yardage at Providence Golf Club?
From the White tees, Providence Golf Club plays to 5,282 yards (par 71). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,565 to 6,399 yards.
What is the slope rating at Providence Golf Club?
The Gold tees at Providence Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 71.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Providence Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Providence Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Providence Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.providencegolfclub.com/ or call 804-276-1865 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Providence Golf Club offer?
Providence Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Providence Golf Club located?
Providence Golf Club is located at 1160 S Providence Rd in Richmond, VA 23236. You can reach them at 804-276-1865.
What is the difficulty level at Providence Golf Club?
Providence Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 66% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 136. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Providence Golf Club?
Providence Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Gold tees (6,399 yards, slope 136) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,565 yards, slope 116) 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 Providence Golf Club?
Beginners at Providence Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,565 yards with a slope of 116. 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 Providence Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 131, rating 71.7) at Providence 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 Providence Golf Club?
A typical round at Providence 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.