42% match
For Blue tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization30%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Apple Valley Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
178
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Apple Valley Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Apple Valley Golf Club, 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
Distance Control 29%Scoring 22%Aim 16%Precision 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
16.8
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
30.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Apple Valley Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Apple Valley Golf Club.
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
433 Clubhouse Dr, Howard, OH 43028, USA
Course Description
Apple Valley Golf Course is a 4-star public golf destination in Howard, Ohio, established in 1972. The course offers a championship par-72 layout with a driving range, clubhouse, pro shop, and snack bar, and it emphasizes golf outings, stay-and-play packages, and seasonal memberships. Located in central Ohio between Cleveland and Columbus, it features lodging options via The Pines Cabins next door and hosts weekly leagues and events for golfers of all levels. The venue is notable for its scenic terrain and strong reputation in Golf Digest, Golf Advisor, and local golf communities.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
William Newcomb and John Robinson
Opened
1972
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(354 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Apple Valley Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through par four battles that test irons on every side, with par fives mixing relief and risk amid a tougher back stretch.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 726946 yards6351 metersCR 73.4Bogey 97.1Slope 128
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 47.9 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 49.2 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | — | 10 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 428 | 374 | 542 | 355 | 140 | 523 | 246 | 436 | 377 | 3421 | 484 | 341 | 553 | 227 | 470 | 467 | 170 | 365 | 448 | 3525 | 6946 |
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726544 yards5984 metersCR 71.4Bogey 94.4Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 46.9 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 47.5 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | — | 10 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 415 | 362 | 528 | 343 | 125 | 500 | 190 | 403 | 367 | 3233 | 474 | 326 | 523 | 218 | 448 | 427 | 159 | 351 | 385 | 3311 | 6544 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726108 yards5585 metersCR 69.3Bogey 91.9Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.8 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.1 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | — | 10 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 375 | 360 | 488 | 343 | 120 | 460 | 165 | 372 | 353 | 3036 | 462 | 315 | 505 | 171 | 395 | 385 | 159 | 320 | 360 | 3072 | 6108 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Apple Valley Golf Club
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile59% match
For Blue tees
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
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Get Started61% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy18%
65% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control28%
Aim10%
11 Week Flagship Program for Apple Valley Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Apple Valley Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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16% match
For Blue tees
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
63% match
For Blue tees
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
24% match
For Blue tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
52% match
For Blue tees
Match plan to shot, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP9 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control33%
Visualization19%
46% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
45% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-18 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Visualization33%
Dispersion18%
46% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Dispersion29%
Visualization26%
Distance Control20%
67% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Distance Control33%
Accuracy9%
66% match
For Blue tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control19%
Alignment17%
66% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started73% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment16%
Aim12%
70% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Scoring24%
Precision17%
49% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy38%
Alignment25%
Distance Control25%
72% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim16%
Precision15%
74% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring15%
Dispersion15%
61% match
For White tees
Pick a specific spot, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min6 HCP3 drills
Aim40%
Scoring27%
Stroke12%
62% match
For White tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring36%
Aim16%
Alignment13%
66% match
For White tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For White tees
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control30%
Alignment24%
46% match
For White tees
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
72% match
For White tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
45% match
For White tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get Started47% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
74% match
For White tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Alignment23%
Distance Control22%
Scoring22%
71% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
Accuracy17%
66% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment23%
Accuracy12%
61% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Scoring22%
Distance Control22%
62% match
For White tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring24%
Aim14%
70% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP5 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring23%
Dispersion13%
68% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy16%
Alignment14%
61% match
For Black tees
Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
60% match
For Black tees
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision23%
66% match
For Black tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control21%
Scoring16%
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Get Started48% match
For Black tees
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment32%
Aim27%
Scoring20%
29% match
For Black tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
63% match
For Black tees
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring29%
Precision22%
Dispersion12%
60% match
For Black tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
45% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
47% match
For Black tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
49% match
For Black tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim36%
Alignment25%
Scoring24%
2026
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Valley Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Apple Valley Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Apple Valley Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Apple Valley Golf Club presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 73.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Apple Valley Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6527 yards. The back tees extend to 6946.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Apple Valley Golf Club?
With a course rating of 73.4 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.
How long is Apple Valley Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6946.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Apple Valley Golf Club and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Valley Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 6946.0 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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