Ole Hanson Beach Club

I called today and inquired about the venue for my wedding. The lady said there was no openings for 2015 because of the renovations. I totally understand that. I said the wedding wasn’t until 2016. And she said very rudely, «As I said, I have nothing to show you.» I thought, «You can’t schedule it for a later time?» But, I was so turned off by her attitude, I didn’t have any further questions. Thanks for your help lady! I really appreciate you being so accommodating.

Amazing wedding venue! Beautifully historic building set atop the bluffs in gorgeous San Clemente. A two minute walk across the train tracks and down to the beach. Love love LOVE this place

I never thought of it until just now, but I could see myself getting married here — it would make perfect sense!
I always drive by OHBC when I’m in beautiful San Clemente, because it is an iconic building with a spectacular view of the uncrowded coastline, though I haven’t been inside in years.
OHBC is breathtaking historic icon in a town that I have seen change drastically since the 1980’s (i grew up here) while other precious features (like the nearby Theatre) have been neglected and forgotten.
Olé Hanson Beach Club is a rare gem that will soon be amongst cat litter (aka new outlet malls coming across the street).
When I was 8 years old, I took my first Hatha yoga class here with my Mom. This was the beginning of my lifelong yoga journey with yoga and now I’m a certified yoga instructor. I remember looking up at the vastness of the dark wood domed ceiling and admiring the gloss of the blue and white and orange tiles up the stairs and around the complex.
I took swimming lessons here when I was still «scared of the deep end» and puked for the first time after I drank too much pool water.
In high school it’s cul-​de-​sac overlooking the ocean became my «inspiration point» for every major life milestone that needed pondering.
My dear heart, my Grandpa, swam here everyday for 20 years. He told me a couple years ago that the pool was closing and OHBC was being renovated. He started swimming at the new pool center near Talega, which is a stunning creation in itself, yet doesn’t hold a candle to the charm and grace of OHBC.
I’m clearly biased and emotionally attached to this lovely establishment. But, I encourage you to go and see it for yourself so you too can be moved by its legacy and by all of the collective memories that it holds for us.