History

Founded in 2000, The Greenbrier Sporting Club is a private equity club and residential community designed to offer real estate ownership and resident memberships at The Greenbrier. Spanning all 11,000 acres of The Greenbrier Resort's property, this modern sporting club is set amidst a rich legacy of tradition and natural beauty.

The community is home to an array of private, world-class amenities and recreational pursuits, including hiking, biking, and golf on The Snead, an 18-hole course designed by Tom Fazio. Members also enjoy executive-level sports like fly fishing, European sporting clays, and access to an equestrian center, along with more than 50 additional amenities offered by The Greenbrier Resort.

The Greenbrier Sporting Club is distinguished by its unique blend of historical significance, architectural integrity, and long-standing sporting traditions, all within a pristine natural environment. This combination makes it a highly sought-after destination, perfect for creating cherished family memories and enjoying an exclusive, active lifestyle for generations to come.


The White Sulphur Springs airport closed in 1986. In 1999, a small portion of the property was incorporated into The Meadows Course. Then, in 2004, the main section of the old airstrip was developed into The Snead, an exclusive golf course available only to members of The Greenbrier Sporting Club.

Following the devastating thousand-year flood of June 2016 The Meadows Course was once again redesigned and rebuilt making available the former #11 and #12 holes, the site of today’s Ashford Short Course. The name was selected to honor The Greenbrier’s service during the Second World War as a two thousand-bed U.S. Army hospital where 25,000 soldiers recuperated and recovered when they returned from overseas.

With all proposed private amenities completed in 2007, Sporting Club Members are now fully enjoying the benefits of their resident membership. This membership provides full use and access to both the resort's world-class amenities and the private facilities and activities exclusive to The Club.

In the summer of 2009, businessman Jim Justice of the Justice Family Group, LLC acquired both The Greenbrier Resort and The Greenbrier Sporting Club. Since then, he has infused both with his energy, enthusiasm, and vision for the future. Under his ownership, The Greenbrier Sporting Club is developed by The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation, ensuring continued growth and excellence.


The Hunt Club was built in the early 1930s as The Greenbrier's first trap shooting site. In 1996, The Hunt Cabin was restored and is now home to The Greenbrier Sporting Club's Young Explorers children's program. Additionally, it serves as a venue for private parties and dinners, offering a unique and historic setting for special events.