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JC Golf FAQs
As stated in the terms and conditions, the courses in the JC Players Card program are subject to change. As of October 1, 2022, Reidy Creek Golf Course is no longer managed by JC Golf for the City of Escondido therefore is no longer included in the JC Players Card program. If you have not redeemed your Reidy Creek Complimentary Green Fee round, you can still redeem it at The Oaks course at The Welk in Escondido until Thursday, December 15, 2022.
The Oaks golf course is a 62 executive course located within The Welk resort property located at 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr., Escondido, CA 92026. For questions and tee times please call the pro shop at 760-749-3225.
JC Resorts cancellation policy is 30 days from the date of purchase for a full refund. Go to the golf course where you purchased the membership with credit card you used and they can process the refund if it is within the 30 days from purchase.
The JC Junior rate is valid at participating courses: The Crossings at Carlsbad*, Encinitas Ranch, Oaks North, Rancho Bernardo Inn, The Golf Club of California, Twin Oaks, The Welk (Oaks and Fountains courses)
On the day of play, call the golf shop or speak with the golf shop staff about available tee times. Tee times will be granted based on space available.
Yes, when you purchase in a golf shop, you can use the new JC Junior card on the day of purchase. For online orders, allow up to 7 days to be processed.
JC Junior rate does not apply to pre-booked tee times.
The card is available to children ages 6 through 19. Ages 6-11 must be supervised by an adult at all times, including all practice areas. A minimum of one adult per three children is required. Children ages 5 or younger are not allowed on the golf course.
The JC Junior rate does not include the golf cart fee. Juniors must pay the applicable cart fee when riding. A valid driver’s license is required to operate a motorized golf cart.
For The Crossings at Carlsbad, a cart is required.
Membership is valid for one year after the application is processed. Present a valid form of ID at check-in.
JC Junior rates are not valid on JC Golf designated holidays or for group or tournament play. Holiday rates will apply for certain designated JC Golf holidays as published at www.jcgolf.com. These dates are subject to change during the membership year, with or without prior notice.
The JC 20/30 Club rate is only available at participating JC 20/30 Club courses.
JC Resorts cancellation policy is 30 days from the date of purchase for a full refund. Go to the golf course where you purchased the membership with credit card you used and they can process the refund if it is within the 30 days from purchase.
Participating courses: The Crossings at Carlsbad, Encinitas Ranch, Oaks North, Rancho Bernardo Inn, The Golf Club of California, Twin Oaks, The Welk (Oaks and Fountains courses). Play time restrictions apply, please see Tee Time Availability here.
Tee time availability is not guaranteed. Tee times at particular courses can be in high demand so reservations are not guaranteed. JC 20/30 Club members are encouraged to play all courses participating in the program.
For tee times outside of the JC 20/30 tee times, receive JC Players Card rates
Refer a first-time registered member and receive a 2-for-1 round on your account!
A referral bonus round can be allocated to your customer profile in our system if a friend refers you at the time they purchase a JC 20/30 Club membership (for new customers only). For in-shop orders, remind your friend to provide your name as the referring member to the counter staff. For online orders, add the referring member’s name in the birthdate field or email the information to our JC Players Card specialist by filling out the Contact Us form.
The 2-for-1 Bonus Green Fee Coupon is valid during JC 20/30 Club restricted tee times and requires a $15 cart fee. Please find more information here.
A $15 cart fee is required at all participating courses except Oaks North Golf Course and The Welk where carts are optional.
Your referral bonus round is allocated to the customer profile in our system and you will receive an email letting you know it has been allocated. Please remind your friend to add your name to the referred by section of their JC Player Card Application.
Refer as many friends as you would like and keep getting your Referral Bonus benefit, its unlimited!
If your email address is going away, and you want to submit a new one, please visit www.jcgolf.com scroll to the bottom of the page, click “Contact Us” and send us your updated information. We will update your customer profile within 48 hours, or you may visit any JC Golf pro shop and update it in-person.
Membership is valid for one year after the application is processed and is annually renewable until your 30th birthday. Membership is no longer valid after the 30th birthday. Present a valid form of ID at check-in.
Not at this time. At the counter, show your valid ID and your information will be pulled up and verified.
Yes, when you purchase in a golf shop, you can use your new JC Players card on the day of purchase. For online orders, allow up to 7 days to be processed.
When you arrive at the course with your valid ID, you will be charged the applicable rates.
JC 20/30 Club rates are not valid on JC Golf designated holidays or for group or tournament play. Holiday rates will apply for certain designated JC Golf holidays as published at www.jcgolf.com. These dates are subject to change during the membership year, with or without prior notice.
To book online, go to jcgolf.com. Click Book Tee Time in the navigation. Click a course. Click your player type - JC 20/30 Club. You will be linked to a screen with two options: Executive Courses or Champion Courses. All tee times available to JC 20/30 Club members will be displayed. To receive the JC 20/30 Club rate, proof of membership will be required at the time of check-in. VERY IMPORTANT - Use the email address provided on your Club application.
Yes, once you have downloaded the app, proceed with the account set up. Click the person icon in top right for account settings. Be sure to use the email address provided on your JC Player application. Use the password associated with your email or click Reset Password to change and gain access. A separate email from CPS will be sent with instructions on resetting the password.
If you do not remember which email is associated with your account, ask a pro shop personnel or email jcgolf@jcresorts.com for assistance.
Note, if the system does not recognize your email, it will automatically assign the Public players class.
Yes, the JC Golf app is available in the Apple or Android App Store to download. It is free to download. Both the Apple and Android apps are made by Gallus Golf.
The pro shop will finalize check-in and payment. JC Players and JC 20/30 Cardholders are required to show their ID at check-in.
On the app’s home screen, click Book Tee Times. Choose course - this will link you to the online booking engine. Choose date. Choose the number of Players. View available tee times. Choose tee time. Proceed to sign-in.
Once you are logged into the online booking engine, you will be able to switch to various courses in their set for available tee times, view different dates, view past and prior reservations, and make changes to your tee times.
If you do not remember which email is associated with your account, ask a pro shop personnel or email jcgolf@jcresorts.com for assistance. If you do not remember your password, click reset password.
If multiple emails are on file, the system may not connect correctly. Speak with a golf shop team member to review your account and choose the correct email address. If you need to reset your password, request a password reset and an email will be sent separately with instructions.
Yes, for SoCal and Public players, accounts can be created with Facebook and Google accounts. This is not activated for JC Players. JCPs must use the email address associated with their JCP application.
On the app’s home screen, click Book Tee Times, click a course, click a player type. You are now in the tee time booking engine. Click your name at the top right corner of the screen; this is where the sign-in button will be if you are not signed in. Under your name in the drop-down menu, click Reservations to view reservations made on your account. On the Reservations screen, click to expand the upcoming tee times and see more details. For Upcoming Reservations, you can Cancel the booking if you are outside of the cancellation window.
To book online, go to jcgolf.com. Click Book Tee Time in the navigation. Click course; each course has its own Tee Time Booking page with various player types. Choose Player type and click “Book Tee Time”. Set up an account and login.
If you are a new player or do not know which email to use, enter an email address, click NEXT, proceed to the next page, and request a password reset. An email from CPS will be sent to reset the password.
A Facebook or Google account can be used to log in too. This feature is not available for JC Players as they require the email provided on their JC Player application.
The Offer Locker is where first-time download guests receive the $5 off merchandise or golf balls in the pro shop (cannot be used on rounds). Enter you name and email to be sent your Offer. Present the offer on your mobile device to the pro shop staff to redeem. You will be asked to click redeem and the staff will apply your discount.
In the lower right corner, a Course Note may appear. This is used for course notifications such as aerification. Click the Course Note button to read the notification. If multiple courses are chosen, course notes from each will appear. Scroll right and left through the notes to read all notifications.
To view your upcoming and past reservations, be sure you are signed in to the online reservations. From any booking page, click your name at the top right corner of the screen; this is where the sign-in button will be if you are not signed in. Under your name in the drop-down menu, click ‘Reservations’ to view reservations made on your account. On the Reservations screen, click to expand the tee times and see more details. For Upcoming Reservations, you can cancel or modify the booking.
No, check-in and payment will be made at the pro shop counter when you arrive for your tee time.
- First, enter your course of choice’s tee time booking page and sign in.
- Click on the Select Course drop-down menu on the top left side of the screen.
- If you have entered through a championship-level golf course, check off one or all of the listed courses, and tee times will appear for the championship courses. (De-click on the page to activate the aggregate view. It may take a minute to load.)
- If you have entered through an executive-level golf course, check off one or all and tee times will appear for the executive courses. (De-click on the page to activate the aggregate view. It may take a minute to load.)
- To choose different dates, click the right or left arrow on both sides of the date or click the date or calendar icon for more options.
- Choose tee time and proceed to finalize the reservation.
- Using this feature, you only need to sign in one time to make tee times at the other courses.
For tee time cancellations, be sure you are signed in to the online reservations. From any booking page, click your name at the top right corner of the screen; this is where the sign-in button will be if you are not signed in. Under your name in the drop-down menu, click ‘Reservations’ to view reservations made on your account. On the Reservations screen, click to expand the upcoming tee times and see more details. For Upcoming Reservations, you can cancel the booking if you are outside of the cancellation window.
If the system matches your email address, it will populate JC Player rates and show dates 8 days out. If it does not, rates will default to public and show 7 days out. VERY IMPORTANT - use the email address provided on your JC Player application.
If you cannot remember the password, click Forgot Password. An email will be sent to reset the password. Follow the instructions to reset.
One year. Each year, the verification will expire and the process will repeat.
JC Players can book 8 days in advance. Public and SoCal players can book 7 days in advance. Depending on the course, city residents may be able to book 9 days in advance.
To book online, go to jcgolf.com. Click Book Tee Time in the navigation. Click a course. Click your player type - JC 20/30 Club. You will be linked to a screen with two options: Executive Courses or Champion Courses. All tee times available to JC 20/30 Club members will be displayed. To receive the JC 20/30 Club rate, proof of membership will be required at the time of check-in. VERY IMPORTANT - Use the email address provided on your Club application.
No, there is no service charge to book online with JC Golf.
No, there is no time delay when you book online with JC Golf.
Nine days advance booking and a reduced resident rate for green fees.
The reservation will be canceled and none of the players in the group may use the tee time.*
*JC Golf reserves the right to revoke the Encinitas resident booking privileges if the resident repeatedly books tee times for non-residents and does not show up for the round
Yes, dependent children of a verified resident that are under the age of 18 may qualify for the advance booking and discounted rate. Parent must be present at check-in and show a valid ID.
JC Juniors would not receive the JC Junior rate; they would receive the resident rate.
Yes, however at check-in, the non-residents will be charged the public rate and be charged the $25 advance booking fee for non-residents.
The resident player whose Tee Time Confirmation was used to make the tee time MUST be present to check-in with valid ID. If not, none of the players in the group may use the tee time.
Non-residents (AND residents WITHOUT residency verification) will be required to use a credit card to make a tee time reservation. The automated reservation system will immediately apply a non-refundable charge for ALL green fees.
Holiday rates will apply for certain designated JC Golf holidays as published here. These dates are subject to change during the membership year, with or without prior notice.
Go to the Encinitas Ranch Tee Time Booking page on jcgolf.com. Under Encinitas Residents, click BOOK A TEE TIME.
Click Verify with ID.me and follow the prompts to verify your residency.
Choose a verification method and continue to follow the instructions.
ID.me will do an Identity Verification – the methods used are Telecom, DL, Passport, Passport Card. Second, you will prove your residency and ID.me would then tie that credential to your verified identity – the methods used are: S. State Driver’s License, Insurance Document for Home/Vehicle/Rental, Property Deed/Title, Rental Lease Agreement, Property Tax Bill, Utility Bill.
Follow the prompts, fill in your email and password, and create an ID.me account.
For a video tutorial, CLICK HERE
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No, if you have an ID.me account, click sign in to ID.me and the system will automatically push you to residency verification. This will be an “add on” credential that will be tied to your existing verified identity.
According to JC Players Card Terms & Conditions; JC Resorts is not responsible for lost or damaged JC Players Card coupons or Preferred Partner coupons and will not provide replacement coupons.
Please email JCStolenbooklet@jcresorts.com to get the process started and you will hear back from us within two business days. Please know that JC Golf is sensitive to any issues that arise with our cardholders.
Please email JCMedicalextension@jcresorts.com to get the process started and you will hear back from us within three business days. Please know that JC Golf is sensitive to medical issues that arise with our cardholders.
According to the Terms and Conditions of the JC Players Card Program: cards and coupons are non-transferable and may not be given to, sold to, or exchanged for other goods and services.
When you are booking a Tee Time online or in-app, follow the complete booking process. When you arrive at the course with your JC Player’s card and a valid ID, you will be charged the applicable rates.
Yes, the only instance you can use someone else’s coupon is if both cardholders are current and in a domestic partnership.
Yes, you can use your new JC Players card on the day of purchase. You should receive your JC Players Card the day of purchase, but if you do not, any JC Golf course can print or reprint it for you.
Any day of the week as long as the guest is with you and your JC Players Card is valid. However, the passes are not valid for group or tournament play, nor can they be combined with other discounts or offers. Up to three passes may be used at one time and all guests must register at the golf shop to receive a discount.
If your email address is going away, and you want to submit a new one, please visit www.jcgolf.com scroll to the bottom of the page, click “Contact Us” and send us your updated information. We will update your customer profile within 48 hours, or you may visit any JC Golf pro shop and update it in person.
One year from the date of purchase, in other words, your card is good for 365 days.
Redeem your 15% off coupon at any JC Golf Course and the discount will be taken off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price of a single golf club. The offer may not be combined with any other discounts, is non-transferable, and expires one year after the date of purchase.
Your referral bonus round is allocated to the customer profile in our system and you will receive an email letting you know it has been allocated. Please remind your friend to add your name to the referred by section of their JC Player Card Application.
When you become a Weekday or Anytime JC Players Cardholder, the first 5 round coupons you receive more than pays for the membership. Thereafter, as a JC Players cardholder, you receive the lowest available rate.
According to the Terms and Conditions of the JC Players Card Program: JC Golf’s cancellation policy is 30 days after purchase for a full refund.
Refer as many friends as you would like and keep getting your Referral Bonus Rounds, its unlimited!
Yes, the referral rounds are redeemable at any time, including JC Golf’s designated holidays and at all participating JC Golf properties.
As a current JC Player cardholder, you may play 1 round of golf at the JC Golf course of your choice on the exact day of your birthday. This bonus round does not require a coupon; your JC Players account automatically includes this benefit. Book your tee time in advance online, in-app, or by phone (858) 675-8470.
If you refer a friend that becomes a JC Player Cardholder and they have never been one before, you will receive a free round of golf valid any time at any one of our participating courses; cart included. Non-transferrable or valid for tournament play.
JC Players can play Los Serranos Golf Club and receive the Los Serranos Players Card rate and can also redeem their JC Players Card round coupons. Book tee times online HERE.
According to the JC Player Card Terms and Conditions of the JC Player Card Program, JC Resorts only accepts your free Birthday Round on your exact Birthday with proof of valid ID. Birthday rain checks are only valid if course is closed due to inclement weather and the player is at the golf course attempting to play or finish their round.
Yes, as a JC Player you can redeem one of your booklet coupons for two rounds and your guest does not need to be a JC Player. This offer is valid at Welk Resort, Oaks North, and Reidy Creek. The special offer may not be combined with any other discounts; is valid after 10:30 am at Oaks North Golf Course; is not valid for group or tournament play; and excludes JC designated holidays unless otherwise noted.
Yes, the 2-for-1 round special includes a free cart so two play with one coupon as long as there is a current JC Player cardholder in the group. Validity:
- Weekday Cardholders: Valid Monday – Friday any time. Not valid Saturday-Sunday.
- Anytime Cardholders: Valid every day. At Oaks North, valid after 10:30 am Saturday-Sunday.
- Not valid for group or tournament play or on JC Golf designated holidays.
For cards purchased after March 2019 – Bonus Pack coupons include Welk Resorts San Diego and Reidy Creek Golf Course. The coupons have expiration dates on the backside of coupons. These two Bonus Complimentary Green Fees do not include a cart. Bonus round coupons are subject to change.
Book online at www.jcgolf.com, at any of JC Golf Courses, call Central Reservations at (858) 675-8470, or book on any of the course’s mobile apps. Bonus round coupons are subject to change.
While active JC Players are able to book 8 days in advance, tee time availability is not guaranteed. Tee times at particular courses can be in high demand so reservations are not guaranteed. JC Players are encouraged to play all courses participating in the JC Players Card program.
Yes, if you purchase a Signature Card, you may use your weekday or anytime round coupons at any participating JC Golf Course. JC Players are encouraged to play all courses participating in the JC Players Card program.
No, if you purchase a Players Card, two (2) of the rounds are valid at all JC Golf courses and three (3) are valid at all JC Golf courses except Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, The Crossings at Carlsbad, and Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course.
For the Players Card, the anytime round coupons are valid every day of the week, including JC Golf holidays. Two (2) of the round coupons are valid at all JC Golf courses and three (3) are valid at all JC Golf courses except Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, The Crossings at Carlsbad, and Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course.
For the Signature Card, the anytime coupon rounds are valid every day of the week, including JC Golf holidays, at all JC Golf courses.
Yes, most unused booklet coupons (e.g. rounds of golf, range balls, etc.) and benefits are available to current JC Player cardholders when identification card is presented.
Yes, most unused booklet coupons (e.g. rounds of golf, range balls, etc.) and benefits are available to current JC Player cardholders when identification card is presented.
If you renew your card within 30 days after expiration, you will receive a special $20 discount.
For the Players Card, the anytime round coupons are valid every day of the week, including JC Golf holidays. Two (2) of the round coupons are valid at all JC Golf courses and three (3) are valid at all JC Golf courses except Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, The Crossings at Carlsbad, and Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course.
For the Signature Card, the anytime coupon rounds are valid every day of the week, including JC Golf holidays, at all JC Golf courses.
Yes, current cardholders can upgrade for a minimal fee. All booklets and coupons must be returned unused and intact.
The bonus coupons in the bonus booklet are all subject to change. Once a bonus coupon is removed, it is no longer valid or available for redemption. As noted in the inside cover of the booklet, ‘prices and benefits offered to cardholders are subject to change during the membership year, with or without prior notice to cardholders’.
Yes, a cart is included, however, round coupons are not valid for group or tournament play.
The cards accepted at Glen Ivy Golf Club are the Classic Weekday Card or the Signature Anytime Card.
Juniors under the age of 6 are not allowed on the golf course. The minimum age restriction on all JC Golf courses is 6 years and older.