Dynamic Pricing for Golf Courses: Maximizing Revenue While Keeping Golfers Happy
Balancing Price with Customer Satisfaction Doesn't Have to Be Hard
Golf courses today face a difficult balancing act: how to increase revenue in an increasingly competitive and weather-dependent industry without driving away the very golfers that keep the course alive. Dynamic pricing has emerged as a proven strategy for addressing this challenge—but not all dynamic pricing systems are created equal.
At Priswing, we believe that any pricing strategy should start with one key principle: keep the golfer happy. That’s why our approach to dynamic pricing is built around understanding actual golfer behavior and using that data to tailor pricing in a way that works for both your bottom line and your players.
What Is Dynamic Pricing for Golf?
Dynamic pricing in golf means adjusting tee time prices in real-time based on changing variables like demand, time of day, weather, and historical booking trends. Instead of setting prices manually or relying on fixed pricing tiers, golf operators can leverage dynamic pricing to maximize revenue during high demand and attract more players during off-peak hours.
However, the secret to effective dynamic pricing lies in how the prices are set—and that’s where Priswing stands apart.
Priswing’s Unique Approach: Built Around Golfer Behavior
Most dynamic pricing systems react to high-level trends. Priswing goes further.
Our platform uses machine learning to analyze real booking patterns and behaviors of golfers at your course. Are they early risers who love a sunrise tee time? Are they waiting for late-day discounts? Do they always book a week in advance or just a few hours?
This behavioral data becomes a live input into our dynamic pricing algorithm, enabling real-time adjustments that reflect actual golfer preferences. That means we’re not just raising prices during peak hours—we’re offering the right prices to the right golfer, at the right time.
Serving Time-Sensitive and Price-Sensitive Golfers Alike
Your golfers aren’t all the same. Some are time-sensitive and want to play at specific times and are willing to pay a premium for it. Others are price-sensitive so they're flexible on timing but want the best value.
Priswing creates opportunities for both:
Time-sensitive golfers get access to the premium tee times they want, priced in a way that reflects true demand.
Price-sensitive golfers find value tee times during lower-demand periods, filling slots that might otherwise go unused.
This not only maximizes utilization across your tee sheet but ensures that each type of golfer feels served by your pricing model, not alienated by it.
Real Results: Play Golf Calgary Case Study
One of our most successful implementations of this model is with Play Golf Calgary.
Through Priswing, they:
- Increased revenue without raising prices across the board.
- Saw greater utilization of off-peak tee times.
- Maintained customer satisfaction and loyalty even with variable pricing.
Their story is a testament to how dynamic pricing, when executed thoughtfully, can elevate a golf course’s revenue strategy.
Implementing Dynamic Pricing Without the Headaches
We understand that changing your pricing model can raise concerns—especially with loyal golfers who are used to fixed rates.
That’s why we created
an eBook guide to help course operators introduce dynamic pricing smoothly. It’s packed with:
- Best practices for communicating price changes.
- Tips for training your staff.
- Messaging strategies that help golfers see the value.
With the right rollout, dynamic pricing doesn’t have to be controversial—it can be welcomed.
Conclusion: Smart Pricing Is Golfer-Friendly Pricing
At Priswing, we don’t believe in raising prices for the sake of it. We believe in smart pricing that responds to real behavior, creating choice for all types of golfers, and driving sustainable revenue growth.
Dynamic pricing isn’t just a tech upgrade, it’s a strategic shift in how you serve your customers. And with Priswing, you can do it in a way that makes sense for your business and your golfers.
Ready to see what dynamic pricing can do for your course? Contact us to schedule a demo to day.
