Dress Code and Etiquette
Appropriate attire is expected at all times. Dress codes have been established for various activities and areas of the Club and are listed below. Members are responsible for insuring that their guests follow dress code policies.
The Club allows casual dress throughout the main clubhouse. Casual dress is defined as a shirt with a collar, slacks or shorts for men and boys. Women and girls are asked to adhere to similar standard of dress. Clothing with frayed edges, visible rips or tears is not considered appropriate attire in any area of the club. Tee shirts, tank tops, swimwear, workout attire, etc. are not considered appropriate attire in the main clubhouse.
Members and guests staying in guest rooms who enter or depart the main clubhouse in attire not in accordance with our dress code (such as swimwear or workout attire) are asked to enter via the side or rear entrances of the main Clubhouse and proceed directly to their guest rooms. Swimwear should be fully covered and shoes worn outside of the pool area. Swim suits are allowed only in the Pool Locker Rooms and pool area. Golfers wearing golf shoes (softspikes only) are asked to be sure that the soles and spikes of the shoes are completely clean before wearing them indoors.
Brunch
Inside: Jackets are required and ties are optional for men, with similar standard attire for women.
Outside: Jacket and tie str not required for men. Casual slacks, shirts with collars, nice shorts, and sportswear are acceptable. T-shirts, blue jeans and cut-offs are not appropriate attire in this area of the Club.
Dinner
Inside: Jackets are required and ties are optional for men, with similar standard attire for women.
Outside: Jacket and tie are not required for men. Casual slacks and collared shirts are required.
Children’s Dress Code (12 & under)
Inside: Long pants and collared shirts are required for boys. Sneakers are acceptable. Shorts, blue jeans and cut-offs are not appropriate. Girls are expected to dress to a similar standard.
Outside: Shorts and sneakers are acceptable for boys, but collared shirts are required. Swimsuits, T-shirts, blue jeans and cut-offs are not appropriate. Girls are expected to dress to a similar standard.
Informal sports attire, such as golf, tennis or fitness clothing is appropriate. Swimming attire must be fully covered. Cut-offs are not permitted, nor are blue jeans with visible tears or frayed edges. Shoes are required at all times. Men may not wear hats indoors in any part of the Club where food is served. For males age sixteen and older, collared shirts are required. Shirts such as turtlenecks, mock turtlenecks and dress shirts with “henley” collars are also appropriate. Tank tops, shorts, and long sleeved cotton T-shirts are not permitted unless covered by a sweater, jacket or sport coat. Shirttails must be tucked in.
Dress Code policies apply to the golf course, driving range and putting green. Appropriate foot wear is to be worn at all times. The use of non-metal spikes will be mandatory. Junior golfers, ages twelve and under, are permitted to wear tennis shoes. Flat soled shoes are permitted on the putting green. For men, appropriate shirts with sleeves and collars must be worn at all times. Turtlenecks are permitted, but no tee shirts or undershirts will be permitted as an outer garment. Appropriate slacks or Jamaica or Bermuda length shorts are required. Swimwear, cut-offs, tennis shorts, athletic shorts or jeans are not appropriate golf course attire. For women, appropriate golf skirts, Jamaica or Bermuda length shorts or slacks are appropriate. Swimwear, halter tops, strapless blouses, jeans, cut-offs or tennis attire are not appropriate golf course attire.
Adult members and guests are to be dressed in appropriate tennis clothing. Non-tennis attire (including beach wear, cut-offs and basketball and running shorts) will not be allowed on the tennis courts. Men must wear collared shirts at all times (no sleeveless shirts or T-Shirts). Juniors are encouraged to wear appropriate tennis attire. All players must wear regulation tennis shoes on Club courts. Cross training, basketball and jogging shoes will not be allowed. Members are responsible for insuring that their guests follow dress code policies.
Members and Guests using the Fitness Center are required to wear shirts, shorts, and athletic shoes. Shirts and shorts must be clean and free of holes. Athletic or aerobics ensembles are acceptable, however appropriate cover-ups are required when leaving the building. For safety purposes, shoes must have closed toes and heels, and rubber soles. Bare feet are permitted only in the locker room areas (exceptions made only in the case of a specific program held in the aerobics studio). The staff reserves the right to deny access to the Fitness Center if a member or guest’s attire is considered unsafe or inappropriate.
All swimmers must wear appropriate swimwear. “Cut-off” pants, athletic shorts or other garments not specifically designed for swimming are not appropriate. Any swim trunks with visible clothing underneath (boxer shorts, underwear, etc.) are not appropriate. Swimwear attire must be completely covered and shoes worn outside the fenced pool area. Uncovered swimsuits are not permitted on the club grounds, in the parking areas or in the Clubhouse.
Members and their guests are asked to refrain from using cellular or digital telephones and other personal communication devices in the Farmington Grill, Terrace Dining Room and their adjoining terraces, Fitness Center, Aerobics Studio, or Message Room. Cell phone usage is permitted in the Fitness Center locker rooms and ladies lounge. Members and guests are asked to excuse themselves from the above-mentioned areas when receiving or making calls on such personal communication devices.
Farmington Country Club takes seriously the privacy and safety of its members and guests. Therefore, all persons are hereby prohibited from using cameras of any type, including cellular telephones with digital photograph capabilities, in the Club's Fitness Center or in any of the Club's locker rooms, restrooms or changing areas. Any violation of this policy will result in formal disciplinary action, including the possibility of suspension or termination of Club privileges.