Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know East.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Everything you need to know about East.
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3430 Highway Nine North
Alpharetta Athletic Club is a fitness and recreational facility located in Alpharetta, offering a fun, professional, and safe environment for its members to engage in a variety of athletic and wellness activities.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Mike Riley
Opened
1996
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on East hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on East hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on East hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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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Showing 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedEscape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing East and what to expect.
East presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
East is designed as a Parkland layout. 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.
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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