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Established 1924 – A Legacy of Excellence

Florence Country Club was founded in 1924 and has proudly served as a cornerstone of the Florence community for over a century. While the original architect remains unknown, the 18-hole golf course was crafted in the classic Donald Ross style, thoughtfully utilizing the natural contours of its scenic 77-acre site.

With a rich history spanning generations, FCC has long been a hub for golf, tennis, and vibrant social activities, offering members a welcoming and enduring club experience.

A Storied Golf Tradition

Florence Country Club has hosted numerous prestigious amateur and professional tournaments, including:

  • 1955 USGA Girls’ Junior Championship
  • 1963 USGA Junior Amateur Championship
  • PGA Tour Qualifying School – held 12 times
  • The Grant Bennett Junior Invitational – established in 1951, still one of the premier junior golf tournaments in the region

FCC has proudly contributed to the careers of many notable players, including Buddy Baker, 1958 USGA Junior Amateur Champion and one of eight South Carolina Golf Hall of Fame members affiliated with our club.

Elite Tennis Heritage

Our tennis program ranks among the best in South Carolina, having developed numerous top-ranked players over the years. Notable events hosted at FCC include:

  • Southern Top 16 Tennis Tournament – hosted for 10 consecutive years
  • Pepsi Junior Tennis Tournament – a Florence tradition for over 40 years

Florence Country Club remains a place where tradition meets excellence, and where families and athletes continue to build memories and legacies that last a lifetime.

Florence Country Club Staff

Head Golf Professional
Jake Greer
Head Golf Professional
Jake Greer
Golf Teaching Professional
Andrew Norris
Andrew is originally from Massachusetts, where he attended Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC, where he completed the Professional Golf Management program. Upon earning his PGA membership, he transitioned into golf instruction, gaining extensive experience in the industry. His background includes working at a Top-100 golf course, a high-level golf academy, and, most recently, serving as the Director of Instruction at Prestonwood Country Club in Dallas, TX, where he spent the past 3.5 years refining his instructional expertise. Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for player development to Florence Country Club. He is dedicated to helping members at all skill levels enhance their golf game through tailored instruction and coaching. Contact Information 📧 Email: anorris@florencecc.com 📅 Online Lesson Booking: Details will be provided in a forthcoming announcement.
Golf Teaching Professional
Andrew Norris
Executive Chef
Sherif Elkhyati
Executive Chef
Sherif Elkhyati
Food and Beverage Director
Jess Penegar
Food and Beverage Director
Jess Penegar
Golf Course Superintendent
Richard Brown
Born and raised in Cayce SC. Richard moved to Myrtle Beach in 2011 to obtain his turf degree from Horry-Georgetown Technical College. While in the Myrtle Beach area, He worked at courses such as Prestwick, Grand Dunes Resort, TPC Myrtle and Dunes Club before joining the Man O’War Golf Club where he spent 3 years as the Assistant Superintendent. In 2016, he became the Senior Assistant to Orangeburg Country Club and was there for over 5 years before coming to us as Golf Course Superintendent.
Golf Course Superintendent
Richard Brown
Accounting Manager
Teresa Garris
Teresa joined Florence Country Club in October, 1999. Before joining the Club she attended Fayetteville Community College and began her career as a Premium Finance Manager. She also spent several years as a Personal Lines Insurance Agent Underwriter with a large Company in Fayetteville North Carolina where she served as manager.
Accounting Manager
Teresa Garris
Head Tennis Professional
Eric Kantor
U.S.P.T.A. Certified coach who taught High Performance tennis in Florida from 1995-2020. From the beginning, Eric has had the great fortune to learn from some of the best coaches. Working experience includes working with Bill Clark, Rick Macci and Harold Solomon. Before joining the Florence Country Club, Eric was currently coaching Lara Smejkal. Eric has had the fortune to train players that have gone on to play WTA and ATP events as well as many players that have received full scholarships to Division 1 schools. Eric has the ability to to help any young aspiring tennis prodigy raise their game to another level. Eric loves working with High Performance players and LOVES working with young 6 year old beginners. Any player interested in learning tennis is a player Eric loves to work with. Some notable players Eric has been fortunate to work with: Lara Smejkal, Monica Puig, Mikail “Misha” Kouznetsov, Alina Jerjomina, Johannes “Bob” Van Overbeek, Brianna Armellino,
 
Head Tennis Professional
Eric Kantor
Assistant Tennis Professional
Ed Jarolim
Ed Jaorlim is a USPTR and ITF Certified Pro. Ed previously worked at the Cosa Rica Country Club where he was the Director of the junior program for over 17 years. During his tenure, Ed had sent over 50 players to the United States on collegiate scholarships as well as coached many of the adult league teams. Ed and FCC Director of tennis Eric Kantor have known each other since playing collegiate tennis together, throughout there friendship, Ed and Eric continued to work with each other at the Rick Macci tennis academy for years before Ed left to Costa Rica where Ed bring players twice a year from Costa Rica to the Eric Kantor Tennis Academy where they would prepare players for international tournaments in Florida and beyond. Ed enjoys training high level tournament players but also takes great interests in young beginner players that want to experience the great game of tennis as well as beginner to advanced adult players. Ed has experience with all players at all levels.
 
Assistant Tennis Professional
Ed Jarolim

Welcome to Your Home Away From Home

Florence Country Club is where families grow, friendships deepen, and days naturally slow down. Whether you come for golf, tennis, a quiet dinner, or a full-throttle social calendar, this is a place built for connection and community.

Membership is open to individuals and families who want to be part of an active, welcoming club experience. All you need is sponsorship from three current members, and our team will guide you through the rest.

If you don’t know three members yet, reach out and we’ll help facilitate introductions.

A Club Designed Around Extraordinary Days

Members enjoy access to a wide range of facilities, programs, and experiences that make every visit feel special.

Championship Golf

Set on rolling terrain and shaped by classic Donald Ross design principles, our 18-hole course blends shot-making strategy with pure enjoyment. Practice facilities, junior programs, and year-round events keep the game fun for every skill level.

Tennis for Every Player

With newly resurfaced hard courts and two pristine clay courts with underground watering, FCC is a haven for tennis lovers. Clinics, leagues, junior development, and social play make it easy to get plugged in.

Poolside Perfection

Our resort-style pool offers lifeguards, shaded lounging areas, private cabanas, and a lively poolside grill. It is a favorite hangout for families all summer long.

Dining and Social Life

From elegant dinners to relaxed family nights and our well-loved Sunday Brunch, the Clubhouse is the heartbeat of FCC. Members enjoy beautifully renovated spaces, private event rooms, and a full calendar of social gatherings throughout the year.

Interested in Membership? Let’s Begin the Conversation

Whether you’re new to the area or simply looking for a private club that feels like home, we’d love to share what makes FCC special.

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Guest Information

Florence Country Club offers a second to none 18-hole golf course in the Florence area, 6 newly surfaced hard tennis courts and 2 new underground watered clay tennis courts, swimming pool complete with lifeguards and snack bar service, multiple rooms in the main Clubhouse available for banquet services, North and South Ballrooms, Mixed Grill Dining Area and the Formal Dining room.

The use of the Clubhouse banquet facilities is reserved strictly for members.  Members may sponsor someone to use the Club but the member must reserve the room for the non-member before any event planning can begin.  Non-members pay a room rental fee and any food and beverage requirement for either a member or non-member event must be purchased from the Club.

Membership within Florence Country Club is by invitation only.  All invitations to membership shall be in writing and in the form prescribed by the Board of Directors, signed by the invitee and his sponsor and endorsed with letters of recommendation.  All invitations for membership must be approved by the affirmative vote of the Board of Directors.

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