Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Apple Orchard Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Bartlett, Illinois, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Apple Orchard Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Apple Orchard, 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 28%Distance Control 26%Precision 18%Trajectory 13%Aim 12%

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.

16.3

Average HCP

11.2

Minimum HCP

29.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Apple Orchard

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

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

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Apple Orchard.

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

696 West Stearns Road

Course Description

The Bartlett Park District was formed by a successful public referendum vote on January 18, 1964. In 1969 the Village of Bartlett donated the first 13-acre parcel to the Park District, which was part of Sunrise Park. The District now owns 577 acres and leases another 20 acres for the recreational needs of our community. With 43 parks, a community center, one indoor pool, one outdoor aquatic center, two golf courses, a special event facility, ski hill, athletic field complex, nature center, and more. Bartlett is in the forefront of the Distinguished Accredited Agencies in our state and was a National Gold Medal finalist two years in a row in 2009 and 2010.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

David Gill

Opened

1960

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Apple Orchard

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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Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision27%

Aim24%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Alignment25%

Aim20%

Distance Control18%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Apple Orchard

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Apple Orchard. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Reduce Wedge Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Pick your line and stick it—long iron accuracy

Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control23%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills

Scoring30%

Accuracy24%

Visualization13%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring43%

Accuracy26%

Aim9%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring26%

Aim18%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Escape successfully, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Aim21%

Precision19%

Distance Control15%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

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

Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring27%

Trajectory20%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee

Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control15%

Dispersion14%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Apple Orchard

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Orchard

Get answers to common questions about playing Apple Orchard and what to expect.

How difficult is Apple Orchard for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Apple Orchard challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Apple Orchard?

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 Apple Orchard?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Apple Orchard and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

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

Apple Orchard 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.

What features make Apple Orchard 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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