Membership

Blackthorn Club is committed to enhancing the quality of life for members, their families, and guests by providing excellent facilities, services, and activities, both competitive and social, which create and strengthen the bonds of friendship.

Here, in an atmosphere of casual elegance, we provide a total country club environment, a place where all family members can enjoy spirited activities together or separately. Whether you come for the friendly challenge of athletic activity, the quiet appreciation of fine dining, or the simple pleasures of relaxing with family, friends, or business associates, your time spent at Blackthorn Club will be marked by quality. Blackthorn Club features multiple levels of membership serving approximately 800 member families. Depending on your interest levels, there is a perfect membership for your family! To schedule a time to visit the Club and discuss membership opportunities in depth, please contact Rachel Ingram Busenlehner, Director of Member Engagement, at [email protected].



Membership Types

All member categories, except for Non-Resident, are subject to quarterly Food and Beverage minimums.

  • Gold (Ages 21-34)
    • ***The Gold Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Gold memberships shall allow persons between the ages of 21-34 use of all Club facilities.

  • Advanced Gold I (Ages 35-37)
    • ***The Advanced Gold I Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Advanced Gold I memberships shall allow persons between the ages of 35-37 use of all Club facilities.
  • Advanced Gold II (Ages 38-39)
    • ***The Advanced Gold II Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Advanced Gold II memberships shall allow persons between the ages of 38-39 use of all Club facilities.
  • Platinum (Ages 40-71)
    • ***The Platinum Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Platinum members are entitled to use all club facilities.

  • Platinum Single (Ages 40-71)
    • ***The Platinum Single Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Platinum Single members are entitled to use all club facilities. Platinum Single members must be legally single and cannot have any dependents on account.
  • Emerald (Ages 72-75)
    • ***The Emerald Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Emerald memberships shall allow persons between the ages of 72-75 use of all Club facilities.
  • Diamond (Ages 76+)
    • ***The Diamond Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Diamond Memberships shall allow persons aged 76 and older use of all Club facilities.

  • Silver
    • Silver members are entitled recreational use of the Club, excluding the golf course and practice facilities. Silver member golfing privileges are limited to a total of six (6) times per year with standard greens and cart fees applying.

  • Corporate
    • Corporate members are entitled use of the Club based upon the category of membership they join under. The membership must be purchased by the company/corporation. The company/corporation must have at least five (5) and no more than ten (10).

  • Non-Resident
    • Non-Residents are persons who do not reside in any of the following counties in the State of Tennessee: Carter, Greene, Hawkins, Sullivan, Unicoi, or Washington. Proof of primary residence must be submitted with the application. Non-Resident members are entitled full use of the Club's facilities, however "guest fees" are required to be paid by the Non-Resident Member and their guest(s).

  • Dining
    • ***The Dining Membership category is currently full. If you are interested in joining the Club, other categories of membership are available.***

      Dining members are entitled to the use of the Blackthorn Club dining areas and have the ability to book private dining events. Dining members do not have access to other amenities the Club offers.

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1501 Ridges Club Dr. Jonesborough, TN 37659(423)913-3164Site by Clubessential
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