Planning
Our conservation-based planning approach allows us to identify all sensitive elements in the landscape and create a master plan to minimize impact to those elements. On any given day, we may be deep in discussion on the best way to preserve an old tree with failing health, avoid noise near wildlife habitats or how to restore a historic homesteader’s cabin. Our goal is to preserve, restore and enhance the legacy of the land, always remembering that those who become members of our clubs fall in love with the beauty of the land, just as we do.
Development
We develop private sporting communities on historically significant properties around the globe. By consistently developing well-conceived communities, we have built strong investment relationships that enable us to act decisively when unique opportunities arise. Our goal is to create sporting communities that endure, both as profitable enterprises and legacies for generations to enjoy.
Drawing on each area’s rich history, our goal is to create one-of-a-kind sporting communities that offer extraordinary experiences and a luxurious lifestyle. How do we do it? By creating amenities and activities at each of our properties that center around The Sporting Life.
INFRASTRUCTURE
From a 5,700-foot private, paved, lighted airstrip on the Caribbean island of Ambergris Cay with onsite Customs & Immigration to state of the art water and power technology that creates fresh water from seawater and treats wastewater for irrigation, DPS offers the utmost in sustainable infrastructure expertise. Even electricity on the island of Ambergris Cay is provided through efficient generators enhanced by environmental energy sources such as wind, wave and solar power. Turks & Caicos Sporting Club at Ambergris Cay offers on-island employee housing consisting of a dormitory quadrangle with open-air courtyards, an employee cafeteria and fitness center in efforts to create a community atmosphere.
DPS defines luxury living through its attention to every detail, even the remote.
Design, Architecture and Construction
Our specialty is a concept we created, a Life Well Played, a host of luxury amenities that provide entertainment for the entire family. Our designs complement nature’s own, and we are committed to preserving the environmental integrity and distinctive character of each property.
The secret to the success of every DPS property is the team of professionals behind it. From world-renowned architects and interior designers to experts in horizontal construction and land planning, knowledge and passion breathe life into every property and project DPS undertakes.
DPS forms continuous partnerships with acclaimed architects and interior designers who extend their expert knowledge to create first-class, private single-family residential sporting communities on historically significant properties around the globe. Demetri Porphyrios of Porphyrios Associates, Lyman Perry Architects and Campion Platt are a few of the resident architectural associates on-hand to provide design expertise to DPS members.
GREEN EVOLUTION
Green building is a logical extension of DPS’ distinguished and consistent history of environmental stewardship for its Sporting Club projects. Over the past 11 years, managing partners Peter Pollak and Steve Schram have pioneered the residential Sporting Club concept, led by a commitment to DPS members and a love of the land. Dedicated to sound and prudent land planning, DPS has left a light footprint wherever its projects exist.
DPS Sporting Club Development has an environmentally impressive history having designated over 5,000 acres of permanent open space, preserved 13 miles of pristine riverfront and protected 15 miles of ocean frontage. Few developers can internationally claim such a legacy of land stewardship. Along with the priority placed on land conservation, DPS Sporting Club Development Company ensures that the architectural heritage of each development property is recognized, preserved and protected through a comprehensive architectural review process.
The Ford Plantation 1998
The total acreage of The Ford Plantation is 1,800 acres with four miles of Ogeechee River frontage. The property boasts 748 acres of preserved wetlands, marshes, lakes and wildlife preserves coupled with 135 acres of golf fairways, comprising 883 acres of total open space. DPS Sporting Club Development has protected, conservatively, at least 50% of the land that makes up The Ford Plantation.
The Greenbrier Sporting Club 2000
Of the Sporting Club property that spans approximately 4,400 acres, 71% is open space including 60% of club-owned acreage and 55% of residential acreage. Coupled with beautiful Howard’s Creek winding 2.5 miles throughout the property, and approximately 20 miles of hiking trails, The Greenbrier Sporting Club responsibly constructs one house for every nine acres. The new Green Homes at The Greenbrier lie within an area characterized by 72% of open space for a total of 213 acres, with one house per every four acres.
Turks & Caicos Sporting Club 2003
Of the 1,159 total acres on the tiny private island of Ambergris Cay, there exists 82% of open space with one house built for every two acres. An astonishing 16 miles of breathtaking shoreline are protected at the Turks & Caicos Sporting Club.
Club Operations and Management
In a fast-paced world of automated customer service, voicemail and do-it-yourself everything, it’s quite remarkable when real people are committed to meeting all of your needs. For us, it’s simply part of who we are.
From the moment you meet any member of the Club family, whether it’s our culinary and wine team or our resident Naturalists and Directors of Outdoor Pursuits who offer expert instruction at any skill level, you’ll see that warmth, attention to detail, dedication and excellence are what makes our service unique and memorable. We anticipate your needs and provide seamless, personalized service. The best part is, you won’t feel like you’re being “attended to.” You’ll just feel incredibly well cared for, comfortable and at home. And that’s the whole point.
Our expertise begins with operational planning and includes club documentation, staffing, training and management.
The Greenbrier Resort & Club Management Company
The renowned Greenbrier Resort & Club Management Company, the organization behind the resort icon, The Greenbrier, is our partner on each and every property and oversees all club amenities and facilities. A proven leader in the management of premier private clubs, GRCM brings expertise and exceptional quality and service to every aspect of DPS sporting club operations.
Boca Bay Pass Club Gasparilla Island, Florida
Tucked away on the southern tip of Gasparilla Island in southwest Florida, the Boca Bay Pass Club is a full-service facility offering four heated swimming pools, seven lighted outdoor Har-Tru tennis courts, a well-appointed fitness and wellness center, and world-class cuisine from Chef Searle and his professional culinary staff. Just 100 feet from the Gulf of Mexico, the Club draws members from the Midwest as well as the East Coast, and is a popular event facility.
West Bay Club Grace Bay, Providenciales
Located on the tranquil shores of Grace Bay, Providenciales in the Turks & Caicos Islands, West Bay Club features 46 luxury suites, all with breathtaking beach views. Club guests can recharge in the Spa Tropique, visit the state-of-the-art Fitness Centre, enjoy fine dining in the Atlantic Bar & Grill, or relax in the Club Lounge. The Club is also equipped with kayaks, snorkel gear, and Hobie Cats, and is near to area golf, deep-sea fishing, diving, eco-tours, sailing and horseback riding.
Villa del Mar Grace Bay, Providenciales
Also located in picturesque Grace Bay, Villa del Mar is a 42-suite private resort inspired by classic Spanish Mediterranean architecture. Each fully-furnished suite features luxury appointments and stunning views, centered around a central courtyard with lush, tropical landscaping, two pools and an Exercise Pavilion. Guests can also visit the 5,000-square-foot Anani Spa, or receive spa treatments under exclusive Spa Tents on the beach. Within easy walking distance are fine dining, shopping, a casino and area recreation from golf and tennis to diving and fishing.
Finance and Human Resources
With extensive specialized real estate experience, we provide progressive financial management and human resource support from project concept to completion. From developing unique capitalization opportunities to improving profitability, the team thrives on expansive approaches to project financial management. Our Human Resource team is instrumental in effective recruiting, structuring and management of employment agreements, creating and launching company policies and employee handbooks, and state specific employment issues.
Sales
White sand beaches or scenic mountain ranges? The American West or southern comfort? Picturesque Atlantic or the Caribbean? An elegant, pre-designed home or an individually selected homesite where you can build your dream home? DPS has a demonstrated, industry leading capability to put together a high performance sales team for pre-launch and founding member programs.
Marketing and Advertising
The internal creative agency at DPS Sporting Club Development Company, LLC, evolved into a multi-disciplinary group of artists, designers, writers, strategists, technologists and brand builders, all joined together to create a new type of marketing and brand innovation agency.
Created as a division of DPS, FORMO offers creative guidance to compatible brands with the intent to leverage DPS Sporting Club’s expertise in creating more effective marketing and advertising. FORMO has creatively evolved from the in-house agency at DPS Sporting Club Development; positioning FORMO team members as powerful brand builders with proficient track records in solving difficult business and branding problems. DPS has been a successful marketing machine that has set industry benchmarks in sales and marketing to high net worth clientele.
FORMO services will begin where typical marketing agencies end; distinguished by a strong focus on brand strategy and business results. FORMO will focus only on a few specific clients, reflecting brands that are consistent with the philosophy and targeting of DPS Sporting Club Development. While FORMO will avoid direct competitors in the Real Estate and Development category, the agency will consider clients in other luxury and lifestyle categories. FORMO will provide a range of agency services including Brand Development and Definition, Creative Design, Web Design and Information Architecture, Media Selection, Interactive Marketing and Variable Information Direct Marketing.
Based on experience, proven results, collective wisdom and objectivity, FORMO will work in sync with luxury companies and their business culture ensuring success with their innovative and fresh thinking in marketing and branding solutions
Public Relations
The Public Relations and Communications Department at DPS consists of Media Relations, Events, Partnerships and Strategic Alliances. Responsible for the imaginative development of Public Relations strategies; strategic, continuous relationships with top-tier International, national and regional publications, broadcast and target media outlets and constructing successful events, the department aims to position DPS Sporting Club and partnered clients for maximum, beneficial exposure. The department works hand in hand with the Marketing team in forming and managing Strategic Alliances, developing relationships with targeted partners for the creation of mutually beneficial marketing programs with magazine partners, luxury/ lifestyle brands, noted national and regional outfitters, charitable organizations, alumni associations, and social groups.
