The Patterson Club follows a sponsored membership process that requires all applicants to be member-referred. Sponsored candidates may apply to the following membership classes:

Full Privilege:

Applicants over twenty-one (21) years of age may be elected to Full Privilege membership class. A Full Privilege member is entitled to use all of the Club's facilities. Admittance to the Full Privilege class is regulated by a waitlist process that is exclusively available to club members.

House, Tennis & Pool:

Persons twenty-one (21) years of age and over may be elected to House, Tennis and Pool membership class.  A House, Tennis and Pool member is entitled to use all of the Club's facilities excluding the golf course, except as may be allowed by the Board of Directors. New members begin their member experience in the House Tennis Pool class and may elect to enroll in the Full Privilege Waitlist upon admission if desired. 

Introductory Program 2025 - This program is full and is no longer accepting applications in 2025. 

The Introductory Program is a membership experience offering access to exceptional dining, events, racquets, golf, and pool programming and facilities available on the Club's scenic 163-acre property in Fairfield, Connecticut. The program is designed for those who value not only the amenities, but the Club's traditions of sportsmanship, friendship, and inclusivity and possess a sincere interest in seeking membership.