Club Etiquette

Appropriate dress within the Clubhouse should be consistent with normal standards of social or business formality, good taste, and neatness. Members are responsible at all times for ensuring that their children and guest(s) attire is equally presentable. The dress code below defines the minimum requirement for proper attire. The Club always honors more traditional attire such as sport coats, ties, and other modes of formal dress.

Club etiquette is essential for a smooth and enjoyable Club experience. Basic club rules are designed to ensure that everyone has a good time while maintaining a respectful and safe atmosphere. By following these basic club rules, you can ensure a fantastic experience for both yourself and fellow Members.

Dress Code

Dining

Hearthside, The Bar, Patios, Pizza Garden

Men/Boys:

Tailored slacks or shorts are permitted
Tasteful denim is allowed (no holes, rips, or frays)
Collared, button-up, or turtleneck shirts and sweaters are appropriate
Graphic-free crew neck t-shirts or a long-sleeved shirts are permitted
Golf shirts must be tucked in
Hats may be worn on Patios & Pizza Garden only (not in Hearthside or Bar) and must be worn bill forward
No tank tops, cutoff t-shirts, sportswear/fitness gear, or swimsuits

Women/Girls:

Business slacks, or dress capris are permitted
Dresses, skirts, and dress shorts are permitted with tasteful length
Tasteful leggings and denim are allowed (no holes, rips, or frays)
Tailored shirts, blouses, tank tops in good taste, and sweaters are permitted
Hats/visors may be worn bill forward
No cutoff t-shirts, sportswear/fitness gear, or swimsuits

Wildfire Grille (Formal Dining)

Men/Boys:

Tailored slacks/shorts, business dress pants, khakis, and chinos are acceptable
Button-down shirts, sweaters, or polo shirts are permitted
Blazers, sports coats, ties, and cardigans are optional
No tank tops, denim, swimsuits, or sportswear/fitness gear
No flip-flops, sandals, or hats

Women/Girls:

Tailored slacks/shorts, business dress pants, khakis, chinos, knee-length skirts, dresses are acceptable
Button-down shirts, sweaters, blouses, or polo shirts are permitted
No tank tops, denim, swimsuits, or sportswear/fitness gear
No flip-flops, sandals, or hats. Open-toed dress sandals (or heels) are acceptable

Downstairs Lounge

The Downstairs Lounge is our most casual dining space. All items listed in the above sections are welcome, with the addition of sportswear and fitness gear. Sportswear is defined as fitness gear, sweatshirts, t-shirts, gym or yoga shorts/pants, flip-flops, sandals, and tennis shoes. Denim and hats are acceptable. Hats must be worn bill forward.

Club managers reserve the right to use their discretion and seat Members with casual attire (no sportswear) in Wildfire Grille when necessary. Our team members will address violations in a kind and discrete manner to ensure each member is informed of the expectations. Additional violations will result in a formal warning and then be referred to the Board of directors as a member conduct issue. We want everyone to enjoy their membership and create a community of harmony and friendship and appreciate your adherence to this policy.

Golf

Golf Course | Short Game Area | Simulators

Typical golf clothing is required, as exemplified by our golf staff and PGA/LPGA Tour
Closed-toed shoes (no sandals) must be worn on the golf course, short game practice area, and simulators at all times

Men/Boys

Must wear a tucked in, collared shirt, dress shorts, or slacks
Hats/visors must be worn bill forward on the golf course, short game practice area, simulators, and in the Golf Shop
No athletic wear, denim or cargo pants/shorts on the golf course, short game practice area, or simulators

Women/Girls

Must wear a sleeveless/short-sleeved shirt with a collar or a long-sleeved shirt without a collar, shorts, skort, or dress pants
Mock/blade collars are permitted
Leggings may be worn underneath a skort/shorts
Hats/visors must be worn bill forward on the golf course, short game practice area, simulators, and in the Golf Shop
No athletic wear, short-shorts, halter-tops, denim, cargo pants/shorts, or jogging shorts on the golf course, short game practice area or simulators

Our team members will address violations in a kind and discrete manner to ensure each member is informed of the expectations. Additional violations will result in a formal warning and then be referred to the Board of directors as a member conduct issue. We want everyone to enjoy their membership and create a community of harmony and friendship and appreciate your adherence to this policy.

Fitness & Spa

Fitness Center & Spa

Proper workout attire is required
Shirts and closed-toed shoes must be worn at all times unless a specific group fitness class allows for shoes to be removed
Hats/visors must be worn bill forward in the Fitness Center, as well as the locker rooms
Casual or tasteful sportswear is permitted in the Day Spa
Sandals are permitted in the Day Spa

Aquatic Center & Kids' Corner

Aquatic Center & Kids’ Corner

Swimsuits: Keeping with Club tradition, swimsuits should be tasteful and modest. Revealing bikini bottoms (or revealing one-piece bottoms) are not allowed. Cover-ups must be worn inside the pool building, including the pool office. Swimsuits are not allowed in the Clubhouse or golf facilities

Casual Attire at the Pool: Tasteful denim (no rips, frays, or holes) and fitness attire are permitted at the Aquatic Center. Footwear must be worn inside all buildings except the pool locker rooms. Cutoffs (shorts or shirts), tattered clothing, and cargo pants or shorts are prohibited at all times

Kids’ Corner: Casual or sportswear/play clothes are welcome as long as they are in good taste

General Rules

Clubhouse

All guests must be accompanied by a Member while at the Club
MCC is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is permitted outside by Members and their guests
With the exception of service dogs, pets are not permitted on the Midland Country Club golf course, practice facilities, common areas, or in the buildings
All dining and clubhouse activities will be billed to your member account - including any guest charges. Gratuities for service that exceeds members’ expectations are allowed and may either be charged to your account or paid in cash
Cell phone use must not interfere with a fellow Member’s enjoyment of the Club
Alcoholic beverages or any other outside food or beverages (coffee included) may not be brought onto Club property
Please check with staff before entering a private dining/banquet area for business use

Dining Age Requirements

Wildfire Grille: Children must be over 12
Hearthside & Patio Dining: All ages are welcome
The Bar: Children must be over the age of 16 after 4pm
Downstairs Lounge: Must be 21+. Some special events allow children

Golf

All players must check in with the Golf Shop before starting your round
Fivesomes are not permitted on the course unless approved by the Golf Shop
To prevent congestion, slow and inexperienced players are encouraged to allow faster players to play through. If you are a full hole behind, then you are not keeping pace
Divots are to be filled with provided divot sand
Ball marks on the greens must be repaired
Rake sand traps after use
No stroke other than a putt shall be played on the putting green. A ball that comes to rest on the wrong green may be placed off the green no nearer the hole without penalty (Hole 7 & 9)
Cell phone use must not interfere with a fellow Member’s enjoyment of the Club
Alcoholic beverages or any other outside food or beverages (coffee included) may not be brought onto Club property

Fitness Center

Must be at least 12 years old to use the Fitness Center
A parent or guardian must directly supervise children ages 12-15 years
Clean the equipment after use with designated cleaning wipes, towels, and cleaning solution
30-minute limit on cardiovascular equipment during peak hours
Return equipment (dumbbells, mats, etc) to their proper storage area
Food is not allowed in the Fitness Center
Only beverages in a plastic, spill-proof bottle are permitted
Cell phone use must not interfere with a fellow Member’s enjoyment of the Club
Cell phones may be used for listening to audio or using fitness-related applications
Peloton bikes require a reservation for use. Please reserve your ride on the MCC website or app
If Midland Public Schools cancel for inclement winter weather, all morning group fitness classes will be canceled. Any class starting at 12pm or after will run as scheduled. If the weather remains dangerous throughout the day, afternoon classes may be canceled and will be posted on our Facebook page.

Aquatic Center

Please sign in at the Sign-In Table when you arrive.
Pool toys (balls, etc) may be used at the discretion of the lifeguards
Food and snacks are not allowed in the pool area - beverages are okay- no glass
Alcoholic beverages or any other outside food or beverages (coffee included) may not be brought onto Club property
Cell phone use must not interfere with a fellow Member’s enjoyment of the Club
During peak hours, lounge chairs are reserved for adults only. Lifeguards and management reserve the right to request that your child forfeit their lounge chair for adult use if necessary
Children 10 & under or those who require a flotation device must be with an adult or babysitter
After dining, please dispose of your trash and return your plates to the window. This will allow other members to know your table is available.
Please return towels when leaving.