Sharon Woods Golf Course

Sharon Woods is a par 70, playing to 6,633 yards from the back tees. With six sets of tees, players of all levels can enjoy the classic layout designed by William Diddle. Built on rolling terrain, players will need every club in the bag. The par 4 #3 has often been referred to as the toughest hole in the city, and the par 3 #8 features a majestic view as your ball travels downhill to the waiting green.

*Weather Permitting

Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving day and Christmas day. Golf shops are only open until noon on Christmas Eve.

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In-Season Rates

18-hole Greens Fees:
Weekday/$26
Weekend/$28
Senior/$20
Junior/$15
Riding Cart Rate/$14.95 (plus tax)
Pull Cart/$4

9-Hole Greens Fees:
Weekday/$16
Weekend/$17
Senior/$13.50
Junior/$10
Riding Cart Rate/$7.48 (plus tax)
Pull Cart/$4

Note: All course fees are per person. Senior rates apply to those 60 and older and are available weekdays (excluding holidays, league play, outings and tournaments.) Junior rates (17 and younger) are available weekdays and during select times on weekends.

Tom Bach, General Manager Tom was elected into membership of the PGA of America in 1994 and has been at Sharon Woods since 1995. Tom is a graduate of Miami University with a BS in Accountancy. Tom has competed in the 1998 Nike Tour Miami Valley Open and the 2014 PGA Club Professional National Championship and actively competes in the Southern Ohio PGA’s tournament schedule. Tom has been a member of the PGA of America’s President’s Council for promoting the game of golf since 2005. He has been honored with numerous awards including 2008 Greater Cincinnati Golf Coaches Association Award, 2009 Southern Ohio PGA President’s Plaque Award, 2014 Southern Ohio PGA Golf Professional of the Year and 2018 the Southern Ohio PGA Patriot Award.

Tom believes that all golfers are different in their own ways. Once goals are established, he develops a plan with the student to achieve these goals in a very friendly, non-intimidating setting to promote a good learning environment.

Brian Fennen, PGA Professional Brian graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a degree in PGA Golf Management and Marketing. While in the program, Brian gained valuable teaching and business experiences through various high profile internships throughout the country. Brian was the 2017 recipient of the Southern Ohio PGA Player Development Award.

As a golf professional Brian role is to work as an artist to create and sculpt his students' swings into their own individual style. He believes fundamentals are important building blocks, but there is neither a cookie cutter swing nor teaching method for every golfer. Along with instilling a positive mindset, Brian works in a low pressure, organized fashion designed to help a student achieve his or her goals.

Paul Rooney, PGA Professional Paul born and raised in Sioux Falls, SD. In 1985, Paul started his PGA journey when he took his first Assistant Golf Professional position in Iowa. After a season in Florida, Paul moved to Cincinnati in 1989 and worked at Wyoming Country Club, Bel-Wood Country Club, and Glenview Golf Course. He also worked at Dick’s Sporting Goods for 22 years.

Paul won two South Dakota State Amateur Championships, qualified for the U.S. Amateur three times and the U.S. Public Links once. He also played in three PGA Club Professional National Championships and two PGA Senior Club Professional National Championships.

Paul is an accomplished teacher and club fitter. His passion for golf is displayed in his desire to improve his golf teaching skills and playing competitively. He enjoys teaching and coaching golfers of all skill levels. His straight forward approach to teaching golf encompasses students’ current abilities while focusing on goals they want to attain.

Lady 9ers League
The Lady 9ers league is a 9-hole social league for players of all skill levels. This 12-week league is designed for ladies to meet and play in a friendly, fun and non-competitive environment.

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All six Great Parks courses offer lessons given by PGA Professionals - a must for anyone desiring to learn the game of golf! Students will learn the fundamentals of golf, including swing techniques for a variety of shots, course management, rules and etiquette.

Adults Lessons

The golf professionals at Sharon Woods offer a variety of lesson programs for golfers of all experience and ability. Beginner and Intermediate group lessons help novice golfers gain the confidence and skills needed to become course ready. Please refer to the lesson programs for the course of your choice for dates and times.

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Junior Lessons

Junior golfers ages 7–17 will find a wide variety of junior programs to meet their skill level. Free Junior Clinics are a great introduction to the game, covering topics like full swing, chipping and putting. 

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Private Lessons

Private lessons for the beginner offer a personalized way of learning the proper fundamentals of the swing, techniques for various shot and information on how to play the game. For the more experienced player, our PGA professionals will analyze your swing, focusing on problem areas and demonstrating techniques to improve all aspects of your game. Playing lessons are conducted on the golf course, focusing on course management, rules etiquette, care of the course, club selection and shot selection. To schedule an appointment, please call the pro shop at 513-769-4325. 

1 hour lesson/$65
Series of five/$300
Semi-private rates are available for groups of two or more.

Let Sharon Woods host your golf event and leave the details to us! Your group will experience a great golf course, exceptional service and a great time had by all. To inquire about availability please call the pro shop at 513-769-4325 or email PGA Professional, Tom Bach, at tbach@greatparks.org. To secure a date, a contract will be sent to you to be signed and returned with a deposit of $100. Fourteen days prior to your event, final reservations and payment will be due. Outing packages include greens fees and cart fees, prize credit, hole contest setup, handicap and scoring calculation and any other assistance we may provide to ensure your day is an enjoyable one.

Sharon Woods Outing Guide

Kids Play Free
Kids under the age of 18 play for free when accompanied by a paying parent, grandparent or legal guardian. Limit one child per paying parent.
April–September, Saturdays & Sundays after 4 p.m.
October–March, Saturdays & Sundays after 1 p.m.

Sharon Woods Golf Course hosts a variety of tournaments, including the Family Scramble, The Sharon Woods Club Championship and the Father/Son tournament.

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