About Us
RHGC Mission Statement
We endeavor to accomplish our mission by:
Presenting, maintaining, and improving our golf course and practice facilities with high standards that are enjoyable and challenging for all levels of play. Welcoming all those who share our core values of community, integrity, fair play, sportsmanship, fun, and respect for the honor and traditions of the game of golf. Providing a comfortable social experience that accommodates quality tournaments, events, and gatherings for our members, their families and guests, and all others wishing to join us.
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During a period when many golf courses have struggled, Red Hook Golf Club has continued to review all aspects of cost and revenue to maintain the excellent condition of the course and practice facilities and has added new equipment to improve the quality of the course and its playability. With all of this our membership continues to grow.
Some of the benefits of membership at RHGC include golfing privileges (reduced rates for cart rentals), preferred tee times (up to two weeks in advance), league and tournament play, access to our Clubhouse and Locker Room facilities, and use of our practice driving range and putting greens. Private lockers and club/cart storage are also available at an additional nominal cost.
Tee times are restricted to members on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and holidays before 3pm.
The Red Hook Golf Club has been recognized as a true test of a golfer’s ability, by hosting the New York State and Dutchess County Men’s Amateur Championships as well as the Dutchess County Men’s and Women’s Senior Amateur Championships.
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Open to the general public, RHGC offers reasonably priced greens fees, and an excellent restaurant, The Grove at Red Hook Golf Club – (845) 758-3006.
Rainy conditions – not a problem! Unlike other area courses, the course is rarely closed or golf cart usage limited because of soggy fairways. Playing conditions at RHGC are optimized due to excellent soil conditions and quick drainage.
If you have any questions, please contact the Pro Shop at (845) 758-8652. We hope you come and join us for a great golfing experience!
Staff Bio
Chris Sanger, PGA
Head Golf Professional | Red Hook Golf Club
Chris Sanger brings a lifelong passion for the game and a deep respect for its traditions to Red Hook Golf Club. A competitor, instructor and club leader, he is committed to creating a refined, member-first atmosphere while ensuring all who visit RHGC feel welcomed and valued.
A decorated player within the Northeastern New York PGA Section, Chris was named the 2025 NENY PGA Player of the Year and has captured each of the Section’s major championships. He competed in the 2023 PGA Championship at Oak Hill and was recognized as the 2025 Daily Freeman Sportsperson of the Year. A proud part of the club’s history, he is also a former Red Hook Golf Club Men’s Club Champion.
As an instructor, Chris emphasizes measurable improvement and long-term development. His goal is simple: help golfers of all levels build confidence, enjoy the process, and take pride in how they play the game.
At RHGC, he is dedicated to fostering a culture rooted in integrity, sportsmanship, and respect — honoring the traditions of the game while building a strong future for the club.
Jeffrey Mulligan
Club Services Manager
Landon Decker, PGA
Director of Instruction
Robert Lehman
Golf Course Superintendent | Red Hook Golf Club
Born and raised in Cato, New York, a small farming community just outside Syracuse, Rob developed an early appreciation for the land and the game of golf. Introduced to the sport by his father, he quickly developed a passion for the game and its environment, becoming captain of his high school golf team as a sophomore.
Robert Lehman is a Class A Certified Golf Course Superintendent and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Golf Course Management and an Associate of Applied Science in Golf Course Operations from SUNY Delhi.
He brings more than two decades of experience working at respected clubs across New York. Prior to joining Red Hook Golf Club, he served as Superintendent at New York Country Club in New Hempstead, NY from 2018–2024. Earlier in his career, he spent eleven seasons at The Tuxedo Club (2007–2018) and began his career at Onondaga Golf and Country Club outside Syracuse (2002–2007).
At Red Hook Golf Club, Rob is committed to maintaining exceptional playing conditions while preserving the natural character of the property. His focus is on creating a course that members and guests can enjoy every day of the season.
Kyleigh Zengen
The Grove