Guest Information / Dress Code
Golf Club Dress Code

The following rules concerning the golf club dress code are applicable to all Members, spouses, children and guests of
The Saint Andrew's Golf Club


 
1. The following attire is not permitted at Saint Andrew’s Golf Club at anytime: (a) denim of any type or color (except on Fridays - see jeans/denim policy below); (b) work out clothes of any kind, including but not limited to, sweat pants and shirts; (c) sports jerseys, including but not limited to, basketball or football jerseys; (d) basketball shorts, gym shorts, or other athletic or work out shorts; (e) men’s shirts without collars (turtlenecks and shirts of a style sold in the pro shop are permitted); and, (f) golf shorts more than four inches above the knee.

2. Slacks or shorts (no more than four (4) inches above the knee), collared shirts or turtlenecks (including mock turtlenecks) and golf shoes are required on the Course. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. In general, everyone on the Course is expected to dress in a neat and appropriate manner. Sloppy or untidy attire is not permitted.
 
 
3. On Friday and Saturday evenings in the main dining room, men shall wear long pants and a collared shirt. Jackets are required in the main dining room on Saturday evenings.  Ties are not required.  Women shall wear long pants, dresses, skirts or the like consistent with dressy casual sports wear. Shorts are not permitted.

4. Holiday meals (e.g., Easter, Mother’s Day and Thanksgiving) in the main dining room, men shall wear long pants, a collared shirt, and a jacket. Ties are not required but are encouraged. Women shall wear long pants, skirts, dresses or the like consistent with elegant casual dress. Shorts are not permitted.

5. The John Reid Room and Deck shall be made available on Friday and Saturday evenings for all Members and their guests that prefer more casual dining.

6. On weekday evenings in the main dining room, men shall wear long pants and collared shirts. Women shall wear attire consistent with that acceptable on the golf course, except that no shorts are permitted. The John Reid room and Deck shall be made available for all Members and their guests that prefer more casual dining on weekday evenings.

7. Children over the age of five years old shall wear collared shirts and clothes that would be acceptable on the golf course. Children over the age of sixteen are expected to abide by the full Saint Andrew’s dress code.

8. The Saint Andrew’s dress code applies to all Members and to their guests. Members are responsible for insuring that their guests comply with this dress code.

9. Men are not permitted to wear hats in the John Reid Room or Dining Room.

10. Cell phones are permitted only in the parking lot, in the locker rooms, on the patio outside the John Reid Room and in the out-of-bounds areas of the golf course. While limited use of cell phones and electronic devices is permitted in these designated areas, their use is discouraged in consideration of others.

11. Saint Andrew’s has a no tipping policy. Please observe this rule when dealing with all members of our staff.


Jeans and Denim Policy - Fridays Only

Policy Details:
Effective immediately, the wearing of jeans and denim at Saint Andrew’s is permitted as follows:
 
1) On Fridays only, conforming jeans/denim (see definition below) may be worn by Club Members, families and guests at any time of day, as follows:
 
• In the locker rooms, the John Reid Room, on the covered and uncovered areas of the deck, in the Pro Shop and administrative offices, and in the lounge of the Apple Tree Learning Center.
• Upon arrival to or departure from the Club.  Anyone planning to play golf or make use of an area that does not allow conforming jeans/denim should promptly change into conforming attire.
 
2) Jeans/denim of any kind, whether or not conforming, may not be worn by Club Members, families and guests, as follows:
 
• On all days other than Fridays.
• Anywhere on the golf course or related facilities, including all practice areas, putting greens and in the hitting bays/putting studio of the Apple Tree Learning Center.
• In the main Dining Room or President’s Room.
• When using exercise equipment in the Fitness Center.
• At any other time or place as may be determined by the Board of Governors, e.g., for special Club meetings, events and ceremonies.
 
3) “Conforming jeans/denim” are defined as any article of jeans/denim that otherwise satisfies the Club’s published dress code, except for any article of jeans/denim that:
• Is excessively worn, distressed and/or acid-washed;
• Is ripped or torn, including but not limited to “cut-off” style shorts;
• Is excessively baggy and/or low-slung;
• Features exterior pockets in the style of  “cargo” pants or shorts;
 
The above restrictions and limitations apply to all jeans/denim, regardless of designer or brand.
 
4) Members and adults are responsible for ensuring compliance with the Club’s dress code by their guests and children, respectively.
 
5) For Club reciprocal facilities (e.g. Shenorock, Penn Club); dress codes and any restrictions on attire will be as specified by the reciprocal entity. 
 
6) Jeans/denim of any kind, whether or not conforming, may not be worn by Club employees or caddies at any time.
 
The above policy has been adopted by the Board of Governors on a trial basis for 2016, during which time the policy will be monitored and reviewed, and Member feedback will be considered. The Board reserves the ability to modify or terminate the policy at any time.