Sharon Woods Golf Course

Sharon Woods is a par 70, playing to 6,391 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, Christmas Eve and Christmas day. 

Golf Course Snack Bar Hours

In-Season Rates

18-hole Greens Fees:
Mon-Thu/$30
Fri-Sun, Holidays/$34.50
Senior/$22.50
Junior/$21.50
Riding Cart Rate/$15.77 (plus tax)
Pull Cart/$5

9-Hole Greens Fees:
Mon-Thu/$18
Fri-Sun, Holidays/$22
Senior/$15
Junior/$13
Riding Cart Rate/$7.89 (plus tax)
Pull Cart/$5

Note: All course fees are per person. Senior rates apply to those 60 and older and are available Monday-Thursday (excluding holidays, league play, outings and tournaments.) Junior rates (ages 5-17) are available Monday-Thursday and during select times on weekends.

Mike Thomas, PGA General Manager  Mike has been an integral member of the Golf Professional team at Great Parks since 2002. He started at The Vineyard Golf Course as Assistant Golf Professional and ascended to Clubhouse Manager. In 2022, he was promoted to General Manager of Sharon Woods golf course. Mike is passionate about Great Parks and customer service, and he has chosen a career path as a PGA Professional that allows maintaining direct contact with the guests.

As an instructor, Mike carries a philosophy and approach to teaching that make students feel comfortable and at ease throughout the process. He works in concert with the other professionals at Sharon Woods to ensure that students of all playing levels have many options for scheduling lesson times and developing a lesson plan that is tailored specifically to their game.

Mike is also an accomplished golfer, competing in numerous local and regional tournaments annually. When not at work, Mike enjoys time with family and pets, in the outdoors whenever possible.

Scott Sides, Assistant Golf Professional Scott has worked at Sharon Woods as an Assistant Golf Professional since switching careers in the summer of 2022. He is currently on path to PGA membership through the Professional Golf Management (PGM) program. Scott aims to combine his industry experience with golfing knowledge to teach with simple and relatable instruction. He holds degrees from both Clemson University and University of Cincinnati. Prior to entering the golf business, he worked for a decade in commercial real estate.

The 18 Hole Ladies League is for league members only. If you are interested in joining the league, please email Mike Thomas at msthomas@greatparks.org

The Six-hole Instructional League is a four-week league led by PGA professionals in a fun, non-intimidating atmosphere. Open to men and women with little to no experience on the golf course. New this year is the Play with the Pro league. Golfers receive on-course instruction while playing along side our PGA Professionals.

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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.

Adult 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.  

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Private Lessons

Private one-hour 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. 

Mike Thomas (msthomas@greatparks.org): $75/student

Scott Sides (ssides@greatparks.org): $60/student 

Semi-private lessons for up to eight students are available

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 Mike Thomas at msthomas@greatparks.org. To secure a date, a contract is sent to you to be signed and returned with a deposit of $100. 

Fourteen days prior to your event, final reservations and payment are due. Outing packages include greens fees and cart fees, prize credit, hole contest setup, handicap, scoring calculation and any other assistance we may provide to ensure your day is an enjoyable one.

Sharon Woods Outing Guide

Kids Play Free

During select times Saturdays and Sundays 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 after 4 p.m.
October–March after 1 p.m.

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

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