Utrecht
Chi Chi Golf
Tue · Thu · Sat
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5.0
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Where good golf begins
Hi, I’m Marina Romanik, a PGA golf instructor in Utrecht. I love helping people fall for this game — children, adults, beginners, and players who want to sharpen up. I teach in Dutch, English, Ukrainian and Russian, so wherever you come from, we will understand each other on the first tee. Golf should feel fun, and that is how I teach it.
Parkland golf by the castle
Golfclub De Haar sits in Haarzuilens, only about ten minutes by car from the centre of Utrecht. It opened in 1974 and was shaped by the respected designers Frank Pennink and Bruno Steensels, and it has matured into a gorgeous parkland course.
What makes it special is the setting. The 18 holes wind through a 58-hectare park full of old oaks, chestnuts, beeches, lindens and even tall sequoias. A deep pond brings water and light into the round. And right beside it all stands the fairy-tale Kasteel De Haar, with its towers rising above the trees. From the 18th tee you look straight at the castle as you play your final shot — a view you will remember long after the round.
The course is a par 71 over about 5,705 metres. With a slope of 142 it plays as a genuine challenge, so it rewards good shot-making and a clear head. Two holes stand out: the 7th, a lovely par 4 that asks you to carry water, and the 18th, a par 5 finishing under the gaze of the castle. The club is GEO-certified for its care of nature and was even named the best 9-holes golf club in the Netherlands by Golfers Magazine in 2018 — a sign of how much love goes into this place.
Because the course is challenging, it is best enjoyed once you have some experience and a handicap. That makes it a wonderful goal to play towards. With a few good lessons behind you, those tree-lined fairways and that water carry on the 7th become a real pleasure rather than a worry.
The course
18
Holes
71
Par
1974
Founded
Parkland
Type
5705
Length
Facilities
- Driving range
- Putting green
- Golf academy
- Clubhouse & restaurant
- Buggy rental
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Driebergen
Hoenderdaal
Fri · Sun
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Contact me
I teach at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen.
Reach out any time for questions or bookings.
Rates
- 30 minutes
- from €35
- 60 minutes
- from €65
- Group
- up to 4 people
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Ratings
4.0
★★★★★
Marina Romanik
PGA Golf Trainer
“A beautiful parkland setting beside Kasteel De Haar — the largest castle in the Netherlands — makes every round here feel like a genuine occasion.”
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Let’s get you ready
A beautiful course like De Haar is even more fun when you feel confident over the ball. That is exactly what I love to help with. A lesson or two before you play — a steadier swing, a smarter way around the trees, a calm short game — turns a tough par 71 into a round you truly enjoy.
I teach at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and at Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen, and I welcome every age and level with the same warm, upbeat coaching. Whether you are picking up a club for the first time or polishing your game for courses like De Haar, we will work on it together, step by step, with plenty of smiles.
Ready to play your best golf? Book a lesson with me online, send a WhatsApp, or just call. Let’s make your next round your favourite one yet.
Good to know
Do I need a handicap to play at Golfclub De Haar?
Yes — a valid handicap (NGF or EGA card) is required to play. The course is pay-and-play, so you can book a round as a visitor without being introduced by a member. Contact the club at gcdehaar.nl or call 030-6772860 to arrange your visit.
How much is a green fee at Golfclub De Haar?
Green fees are in the mid-range (€€ category). For current rates, check the club website at gcdehaar.nl or call 030-6772860 directly — prices can vary by day and season.
Is Golfclub De Haar suitable for beginners?
The course plays as a genuine challenge (slope 142, par 71), so it is most enjoyable once you have some experience and a handicap. Think of it as a great goal to work towards — a few lessons first will make those tree-lined fairways and the water carry on the 7th a real pleasure.
What facilities does Golfclub De Haar have?
The club offers a driving range, putting green, a golf academy with PGA instruction, a restaurant, buggy and trolley rental, and on-site parking. The GEO-certified grounds are beautifully maintained year-round.
Where is Golfclub De Haar and is there parking?
The course is at Parkweg 5, 3455 RH Haarzuilens — about 10 minutes by car from Utrecht city centre. The towers of Kasteel De Haar make it easy to spot. Parking is available on site for visitors.
Can Marina Romanik give me lessons before I play here?
Absolutely. Marina teaches at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen — both an easy drive from De Haar. A tailored lesson or two will get you confident for the challenging par 71 and help you truly enjoy the beautiful castle setting.