Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Akens Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Radisson, Wisconsin, United States of America

Open Flagship Program

Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Akens Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Akens, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.

Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.

Skill Distribution

Scoring 34%Distance Control 21%Accuracy 16%Precision 15%Aim 11%

Handicap Performance Insights

The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.

Average HCP

7.4

Minimum HCP

25.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Akens

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Akens.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Facilities

✓Driving Range

✓Putting Green

✓Chipping Green

✓Practice Bunker

✓Motor Cart

✓Pull Cart

✓Golf Clubs Rental

✗Club Fitting

✓Pro Shop

✓Golf Lessons

✗Caddie Hire

✓Restaurant

✓Reception Hall

✓Changing Room

✓Lockers

✗Lodging on Site

Location

Route 1

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bob Aken

Opened

1985

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Akens

We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.

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% match to course practice profile

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control28%

Visualization20%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Pitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills

Accuracy34%

Scoring32%

Alignment11%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory18%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Akens

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Akens. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Improve Wedge Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Precision from tough lie, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP4 drills

Precision28%

Aim22%

Distance Control16%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Stop close from tight lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Alignment13%

Accuracy13%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Distance Control21%

Dispersion21%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision22%

Dispersion11%

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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Akens

Get answers to common questions about playing Akens and what to expect.

How difficult is Akens for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Akens technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Akens?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Akens?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Akens and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Akens and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.

What features make Akens strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.

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