Former President Barack Obama plays a round of golf on a private course owned by billionaire Larry Ellison in Rancho Mirage, California. Obama looked to be in deep thought as he headed home from a workout, escorted by his smallest motorcade in years.

He has chosen to spend the first days of his newfound retirement playing golf and hitting the gym at Thunderbird Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California.

Obama played 18 holes at the ultra-exclusive Porcupine Creek Golf Club in Rancho Mirage, California on Saturday to celebrate his first day as a civilian. His entourage at the club, including a handful of secret service agents, negotiated the stunning 18-hole private course in several golf carts.