For the Boca Grande Croquet Club in Boca Grande, Florida, age is just a number every Thursday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. as the Community Center great lawn transforms into a hub of camaraderie and leisure. Embracing players of all ages, Boca Grande’s world-class croquet instructors ensure that the only requirement for an afternoon of enjoyment is showing up to play The club provides all the equipment and there is no need to worry about traditional white attire.
The Boca Grande Croquet Club is dedicated to fostering a healthy lifestyle through the joy of croquet. The club believes in creating an inclusive and welcoming space for everyone, where the emphasis is not just on the game but on the connections formed and the well-being of the community.
Club Profile
Year founded: 2022
City: Boca Grande, Florida
Court Location:
Boca Grande Community Center, 131 1st St W, Boca Grande, FL 33921
Number of members:
60, but free membership is open to all who attend.
Number of courts:
4-10 depending on the amount of players that day.
Type of grass:
St. Augustine
Overview of club schedule:
Thursday afternoons offer teaching clinics with open play afterward.
Open tournaments?
None at this time. We have started a Boca Grande croquet league with a final championship event to come at the end of this season, planned for March 21, 2024.
What makes this club special?
Always free, all equipment provided, focused on teaching beginners and enriching the lives of others in the community.
What is your approach to growing membership?
We advertise in the USCA magazine and the Gasparilla Island magazine. We’ve also been featured in various articles in the local Boca Beacon newspaper activity section and word of mouth from players that have enjoyed our sessions.
Are visiting players welcome and if so are there court fees?
Yes, no fees charged ever.
Best restaurants to visit near the club:
The Pink Elephant, Mimi’s 3rd St Grille, Pink Pony Ice Cream.
Best places to stay near the club:
The Gasparilla Inn
Other than the club, what is a must-see attraction in Boca Grande?
Boca Grande Historic Lighthouse, Gasparilla Mallet Club and the Boca Grande beaches.
Website:
www.BocaGrandeCroquet.com
Social Media Channels:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bocagrandecroquet/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bocagrandecroquet/
