The Duran Golf Club is the Award Winning Masterpiece created and designed by Lewis "Chip" Powell. The Championship Course opened to rave reviews in the summer of 2005, and is the Top Rated Public Facility on the Space Coast located in the new town of Viera, just North of Melbourne. Constant coastal breezes, mild mounding, native grasses, and beautiful swaying palms will set the ambiance of an elegant course accented with link characteristics. Spreading out over 160 magnificently manicured acres with pristine lake views on 14 holes, this exceptional par-72 layout will feature five sets of tees and yardage ranging from 5,265 yards to a stout 7,151 yards.The unique feature of this facility is the Duran Development Center, a 30 acre facility that includes a two sided expansive practice range, pitching area, and a nine hole Par 3 golf course. Best of all, the entire facility is illuminated for night golf. The facility also includes the Duran Academy of golf, featuring a full time staff of PGA teaching professionals. This facility is rated in the Top 50 in the USA for practice facilities by the GRAA.