Member Brochure 2022

ATLANTA ATHLETIC CLUB

W E L C O M E H O M E

ATLANTA ATHLETIC CLUB DELIVERS AN EXCEPTIONAL AND FAMILY-FOCUSED EXPERIENCE THAT CONSISTENTLY EXCEEDS THE EXPECTATIONS OF ALL THOSE WE SERVE, WHILE PRESERVING OUR HERITAGE, TRADITIONS AND REPUTATION FOR CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF.

Welcome As a visitor or a guest, the members of Atlanta Athletic Club are proud to welcome you to our outstanding golf, fitness, tennis, aquatic, dining and social amenities. Limitless Amenities Our two Championship 18-hole golf courses, nine-hole par 3 course, 42,000 sq. ft. fitness center, outdoor clay courts and indoor tennis facility, Olympic-sized pool and our spacious club rooms and dining areas make up a vibrant hub of activity that offers members, their families and guests a memorable athletic, recreational and social experience. AChampionship History Our charter as a private club dates back to 1898 when a group of young businessmen were looking for a place to enjoy indoor and outdoor athletics with their associates and friends. The original downtown club was located on Edgewood Avenue. The Club added a golf course and country club at East Lake in 1915 and moved to the present Johns Creek location in the late 1960s. The great golfer, Bobby Jones, grew up playing golf at the Atlanta Athletic Club’s East Lake Country Club. Bobby Jones became the world’s most famous amateur golfer and his career culminated with the Grand Slam of Golf in 1930. He served as President of the Club and was an active member until his death in 1971.

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P A S T C H A M P I O N S H I P G O L F E V E N T S

2021 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship 2017 Arnold Palmer Cup 2014 U.S. Amateur Championship 2011 93rd PGA Championship 2002 U.S. Junior Amateur 2001 83rd PGA Championship 1990 U.S. Women's Open

1984 U.S. Mid-Amateur 1982 Junior World Cup

1981 63rd PGA Championship 1976 U.S. Open Championship 1963 Ryder Cup Matches 1950 U.S. Women's Amateur

Championship Golf Courses Our two championship golf courses, Highlands and Riverside, offer a firm, but fair test for golfers of all ages and skill levels. Multiple sets of tee markers allow golfers to choose the length of course that wish to play. Our 9-hole Par 3 Course is a great environment for the junior golfer or for someone who may want to work on their short game. Junior golfers are nurtured and challenged to learn the game, the rules and etiquette as our staff goes about the “business of inspiring tomorrow’s champions every day.” Professional Service &Instruction Our Golf Shop has been named one of the best in the nation among private clubs and nationally recognized as one of the Top 100 Shops of All-Time. The golf shop offers the latest in equipment technology and fashion apparel in an environment of personalized service! The R.T. Jones Instruction Center is staffed with PGA Golf Professionals who are enthusiastic about their chosen sport and recognize that a big part of our heritage is born from the efforts and accomplishments of extraordinary golfers. Everyone has to start somewhere and lessons given by our golf professionals are delivered in an enthusiastic manner where the goal is “developing swings that will last for a lifetime of enjoyment.”

T A S T E T H E G O O D L I F E

Casual &Fine Dining No matter what kind of dining experience you’re looking for, Atlanta Athletic Club has a venue to fit your lifestyle.

From gourmet and comfort foods to Sunday brunches and specialty nights, our Executive Chef and creative culinary team prepare a wonderful repertoire of fresh, savory dining day and night.

The Pool Pavilion and Café provides a relaxed dining experience for the entire family, whether you are at the pool for the day or just stopping by to enjoy a meal poolside.

L A S T I N G M E M O R I E S

Unparalleled Social Events A full calendar of social events awaits you at AAC. Enjoy the bounty of the deep with a Seafood Spectacular or please your palate with a special farm to table dinner, oyster roast or cooking class.

Test your wits with trivia or take a spin on the dance floor with that special someone. Rock out with a concert or craft and race your cardboard boat. Leave the festivities to us.

The Club is also home to a number of social clubs – from Bridge to Book Club – that give you the chance to enjoy new experiences with friends.

J U M P I N T O W E L L N E S S

Athletics at the Club Embracing a healthy lifestyle is important to our members. We have a myriad of options to help you get fit and feel great, including Pilates, Yoga, Group Exercise classes, personal training and top of the line exercise equipment - all supervised by a knowledgeable staff that makes it their mission to support your fitness aspirations and help you attain a fitness level that is compatible with your lifestyle. . The Aquatic Center features an Olympic style main pool with the highest high dive in the area, dual water slides for more fun than you can stand and a toddler friendly zero entry pool and splash pad. The Tennis Center offers you four climate-controlled indoor tennis courts, six Har-tru clay courts, seven hard courts outside, and four outdoor pickleball courts. A group of world class tennis professionals, all PTR and USPTA certified, bring years of expertise in playing and developing all ages and levels of tennis enthusiast. Relaxation is essential to mind-body wellness, and The Retreat Spa is the place for you to take a break from the day-to-day and give your body the pampering it deserves. Our expert estheticians, massage therapists, nail techs and stylists offer a wide range of services designed to make you look and feel your best.

F A M I L Y F O C U S E D

Youth Activities &Sports At Atlanta Athletic Club, we consider you part of our family, and we have events and activities planned year round for every member of the family. With social events including camping under the stars to Father-Daughter Dances and our incredibly popular Christmas Spectacular, you have ample opportunities to bring your family together for lots of fun and memories that are sure to last a lifetime.

We want all of our members to have fun and kids are no exception. AAC has a wealth of fun activities to entertain and enrich our young members.

We have special kids-only activities each month where our young members can have fun with friends, and our Timbers child minding area can take care of your child’s needs while you enjoy a night at the Club. From Junior Golf, Junior Tennis and Swim and Dive team, there is no shortage of opportunities that supports health and wellness for your child in a safe and positive environment. Our coaches guide the players and give tips about how to improve your child’s game no matter their skill level.

P L A N Y O U R E V E N T

Host Your Friends &Colleagues The Clubhouse boasts of over 10,000 square feet of function space capable of hosting your corporate breakfast meeting, intimate wine tasting or a festive holiday celebration. Our flexible meeting spaces and flawless attention to detail is sure to produce the framework for success. So, if you’re looking to get out of the office, look no further! We also invite you to make memories with your closest friends and family by hosting your next shower, anniversary celebration, birthday party or charity auction with us! Our team of skilled catering and banquet professionals bring dedicated focus and unbridled enthusiasm to every event. We believe the little touches make all the difference in making your personal event a special one. Here at AAC, we believe everything matters and we see that service philosophy really come to life with every wedding and reception we assist in planning. The Catering Office will happily guide you in all aspects of securing additional outside vendors for your event – from musicians to florists and photographers. We encourage you to bring your vision to us and we will bring it to fruition!

ATLANTA ATHLETIC CLUB 1930 Bobby Jones Drive, Johns Creek, GA 30097 770-448-2166 www.atlantaathleticclub.org

OVERVIEW OF THE NOMINATION PROCESS

• The primary sponsor contacts the AAC Membership Director, Erica Smith to begin the nomination process. The Primary Sponsor and two (2) Endorsers must be member for a minimum of a one (1) year before being eligible to nominate a new member candidate. Of the three (3) sponsors, one must be a member for a minimum of five (5) years. • The primary sponsor writes a letter of recommendation on behalf of the candidate. The requirements of this letter will be given to the primary sponsor. • Upon receiving the letter of recommendation, the Membership Director provides the primary sponsor the membership documents, nomination form, and the two endorser attestation forms. • If an External Waitlist exists, the candidate for membership must complete the Initiation Fee Lock-In form. This form along with the completed sponsorship materials from each of the three (3) membership sponsors must be return to the membership in order for the candidate to be added to the external waitlist. • The Membership Director will notify the candidate for membership on the waitlist, and their primary sponsor, as soon as space is available and the AAC Nomination Process can begin. • The Membership Director is to be provided the completed Proposal for Membership along with a non-refundable nomination fee of $1000 (not required of those applying for Legacy membership). Action will not be taken on any proposal for membership until all necessary documents are provided to the Membership Director. All documents are due in the membership office no later than 60 days from the date on the proposal. • Once the background check and the credit check are completed, the Membership Director initiates nominee posting in the clubhouse as well as on the AAC website for a period of no less than 30 days. • The Membership Director arranges a candidate interview event which is to include the nominee, spouse (if applicable), and one member each from the Board of Directors and the Membership Committee. This event can take different forms, depending upon the situation. • Upon the expiration of 30 days from the date of posting and the receipt of all relevant nomination documentation, the file is reviewed by the Membership Committee during the next scheduled monthly meeting. The Membership Committee determines whether to approve or disapprove of the nomination and conveys their recommended action to the Board of Directors. • If approval is recommended by the Board of Directors, the nominee is notified of the Board’s decision by the Membership Director and they are scheduled to meet for an orientation. • The new member and spouse will be invited to attend an upcoming New Member Orientation & Dinner along with the primary sponsor and spouse. This is an important event for the new member to meet members of the Board of Directors, Membership Committee and other new members. Therefore, attendance is required and should a new member miss the first reception they must attend the second reception or membership privileges may be affected.