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With Waitlists Now Common at Florida Golf Clubs, See Where You Can Still Play in Boca Raton

Posted on: August 24, 2025 | Read Time: 4 minutes

Each winter, northern golfers head to Florida in search of sunshine and a longer season on the tee. But with Florida golf’s popularity on the rise, waitlists are quickly forming across the state. In some private golf clubs, new members may wait months (or longer) to actually get on the course. That’s not the story in Boca Raton, however. Boca West residents have immediate access to Boca West Country Club’s championship golf courses, innovative golf experiences, and new facilities underway. Let’s take a closer look.

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No Waitlists for Four Championship Courses

At the heart of this golf experience are four championship courses shaped by Pete Dye, Jim Fazio, and Arnold Palmer. Each offers its own character: Palmer I demands precision on paspalum fairways and TifEagle greens; Fazio II dazzles with waterfall backdrops and intricate green complexes; Palmer III tests strategy with masterful bunkering; and Dye IV twists through Florida’s natural landscapes. The innovation continues as Fry/Straka Global Golf Design prepares to reimagine one course with modern turf technologies that golfers of all skill levels will relish.

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A Private Golf Club That Keeps Evolving

Yet, Boca West Country Club offers more than just immediate access to championship play. It’s also a chance to sharpen every aspect of the game. Members already enjoy a four-acre short game area, a 50-tee practice facility, and a first-of-its-kind driving range experience. Soon, a 9-hole short course and an 18-hole putting course will join them, bringing golfers of all levels together with playful, skill-sharpening challenges.

The Golf & Activities Center, one of three Clubhouses, is also being completely reimagined. Expanded card rooms will create more space for camaraderie, while a lively new bar and lounge set the stage for gathering after a round. Upgraded locker rooms and refreshed interiors bring a modern polish to the Clubhouse, ensuring the entire experience, from tee to terrace, feels seamless.

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New Events from Florida Golf Pros

As the season ramps up, a team of PGA Professionals is preparing a full calendar of events. Traditional favorites like the Member-Member, President’s Cup, and Grandparent/Grandchild Tournament remain on the schedule, but the Club is also raising the bar with new experiences. Social events like Wine & Nine or the lively 9-Hole Twi-Night combine friendly play with evening dinners under the stars at the Driving Range. This season also marks the inaugural Golf Outing benefiting Tee It Up for the Troops and Heroes Linked, honoring U.S. service members and welcoming several Medal of Honor Recipients.

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An All-Access Boca Raton Lifestyle

Beyond golf, Boca West Country Club offers a lifestyle unmatched in South Florida. The racquet program is expanding with all tennis and pickleball courts resurfaced this summer. A new Pickleball Complex will be opening in November, complete with a shaded stadium court, private locker rooms, a covered terrace lounge, and a dedicated pro shop.

Aerial of the Boca West Club House

The Lifestyle & Racquet Center, unveiled last year, has already redefined daily living with state-of-the-art fitness facilities, vibrant dining venues, and a five-pool Aquatics Center that has become a centerpiece for relaxation. Add in private jet services, an on-site spa, a social calendar of more than 600 annual events, and an atmosphere buzzing with activity, and it’s clear why this private golf club is recognized as the Nation’s #1 Private Residential Country Club Lifestyle.

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Boca West Homes Remain in High Demand

With 55 distinct residential villages — ranging from maintenance-free condominiums to expansive golf course estates — Boca West offers a home style for every lifestyle. Demand, however, is moving quicky. New homes are selling at nearly three times the pace of the broader market. Many future Members are choosing to secure what’s available now, enjoying the private golf club lifestyle immediately while keeping an eye out for their ideal forever home.

Boca West Realty is here to help buyers make confident, informed decisions. Backed by innovative marketing, deep market insight, and personalized service, the team offers exclusive tools like the Your Best Life interactive magazine, new podcast episodes, a refreshed website, and targeted exposure beyond the gates. The team is available daily at the Welcome Sales Center, or by calling 561.665.5855 or visiting BocaWest.com.