Welcome to Erinvale Golf Club in Cape Town
Rael Zieve: Welcome to Keep Traveling Your African Vacation! Today, Iām joined by Brian Wessels, Golf Manager at Erinvale Golf Club Cape Town.
Brian Wessels: Thanks, Rael. Excited to be here!
Accommodation & Nearby Attractions
Rael: Where is Erinvale Golf Club Cape Town located?
Brian: Weāre in Somerset West, near the Hottentots Holland Mountains, overlooking False Bay. There are fantastic wine farms nearby! Visitors can stay at Erinvale Hotel or other luxury accommodations in the area.
The Journey to Becoming Golf Manager at Erinvale Golf Club
Rael: Tell us about your career path.
Brian: I started in Port Elizabeth, then moved to St. Francis Links, spent five years in the U.S. (Florida & Massachusetts), and returned to South Africa in 2022. After a stint at Serengeti, I joined Erinvale Golf Club as Assistant Golf Director in 2024 and was recently promoted to Golf Manager.
A Day in the Life of a Golf Manager
Rael: What does your role involve?
Brian: It variesāchecking tee sheets, coordinating golf groups, planning tournaments, managing a team, and ensuring top-notch service. We focus on making every golferās experience at Erinvale Golf Club Cape Town exceptional.
Attracting American Golfers to South Africaās Top Golf Courses
Rael: Do we do enough to attract American golfers to South Africa?
Brian: We could do more. Many Americans still have outdated perceptions of South Africaās safety. However, influencers and celebrities are helping change that. We need better promotion, especially in golf hubs like Florida, California, and New York.
How Affordable is Golf in SA Compared to the U.S.?
Rael: A round at Erinvale Golf Club costs R2000āabout $100. How does that compare to the U.S.?
Brian: Itās a bargain! Premium courses in the U.S. charge much more. Some member-guest rates go up to $700.
Famous Golfers and VIP Guests
Rael: Any notable players at Erinvale Golf Club Cape Town?
Brian: Yes, but we prioritise member privacy. Gary Player visited recently, but we limit influencer-driven content to maintain exclusivity.
Golf Course Maintenance & Sustainability
Rael: How do you keep the course in top shape?
Brian: Our greenkeeper, Greg Lackey, has been here since 2006. The team works daily on greens, fairways, and bunkers. The fairways are Kikuyu, greens are Poa, and weāve invested heavily in drainage.
Climate Change and Water Conservation
Rael: Have you noticed changes in weather patterns?
Brian: Weāve had more rain recently, which helps. In 2023, December was bone dry, but this year, we had 40mm. We also have five boreholes and four dams, so weāre well-prepared for dry months.
Win a Round of Golf at Erinvale Golf Club in Cape Town!
Rael: Youāve generously offered a giveaway for our listeners. Tell us more!
Brian: Weāre giving away a two-ball round at Erinvale Golf Club with a cart! Valid from May to Octoberāprime time to enjoy the course with fewer crowds.
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