47% match
For Blue tees
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Applewood Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
197
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
Applewood Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Applewood Golf Course, 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 25%Distance Control 25%Accuracy 18%Aim 16%Precision 13%
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.
16.9
Average HCP
9.3
Minimum HCP
31.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Applewood Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Applewood Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
bmelody@applewoodgc.com
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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
14001 W 32nd Ave, Golden, CO 80401, USA
Course Description
"Applewood Golf Course in Golden, CO opened in 1961. It features slight elevation changes on the 18 holes, water hazards & a mix of local wildlife. Our course is one that Denver metro golfers play time after time. Applewood is a great course for all abilities. We have a great full size driving range and some of the best golf instructors in Denver. No need to feel embarrassed if you are a beginner; there is no judgment at our course. Join our players club and get the greatest rates. The Clubhouse includes "The Vista" which is a full service event venue. It is newly remodeled & hosts an array of different banquet events from small business meetings to large wedding receptions. The Vista is a great location to host your next event or party!"
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Press Maxwell
Opened
1961
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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 Applewood Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant par four tests where drives unlock iron chances but long ones spike bogey risk, paired with quick short par threes and back-loaded par fives pressing distance limits.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 716125 yards5601 metersCR 67.8Bogey 90.1Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.7 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.4 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 16 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | 7 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 296 | 114 | 386 | 452 | 416 | 373 | 459 | 343 | 185 | 3024 | 380 | 168 | 372 | 420 | 149 | 536 | 524 | 177 | 375 | 3101 | 6125 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 715160 yards4718 metersCR 63.8Bogey 83.2Slope 105
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.9 · BR 41.3 · Slope 101
Back Nine · CR 31.9 · BR 41.9 · Slope 108
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 16 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | 7 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 243 | 103 | 267 | 435 | 376 | 356 | 367 | 319 | 98 | 2564 | 311 | 139 | 358 | 318 | 125 | 437 | 399 | 151 | 358 | 2596 | 5160 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 715808 yards5311 metersCR 66.5Bogey 88.2Slope 117
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 43.5 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.7 · Slope 117
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 16 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | 7 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 284 | 109 | 375 | 443 | 389 | 365 | 381 | 331 | 139 | 2816 | 374 | 159 | 365 | 413 | 144 | 517 | 485 | 168 | 367 | 2992 | 5808 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Applewood Golf Course
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile31% match
For Blue tees
Visualize long lines, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min10 HCP7 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization39%
Dispersion14%
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Get Started60% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control20%
Alignment16%
61% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot soft, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment22%
Accuracy22%
12 Week Flagship Program for Applewood Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Applewood Golf Course. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make More Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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73% match
For Blue tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Precision17%
Distance Control17%
55% match
For Blue tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
65% match
For Blue tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
44% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
39% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Distance Control37%
Visualization29%
Dispersion21%
58% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment13%
Aim11%
60% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment17%
Distance Control17%
64% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
56% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy34%
Alignment25%
Distance Control19%
65% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment21%
Accuracy15%
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Get Started59% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim33%
Distance Control16%
Alignment12%
65% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control23%
Alignment20%
74% match
For Blue tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Distance Control21%
Aim17%
Precision17%
63% match
For Blue tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring27%
Alignment11%
57% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control44%
Trajectory11%
Dispersion9%
66% match
For Red tees
Open up and fly, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Alignment30%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy20%
77% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Aim16%
Distance Control15%
45% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Aim35%
Precision22%
Alignment13%
74% match
For Red tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy16%
60% match
For Red tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
57% match
For Red tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Dispersion23%
Precision18%
68% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Aim30%
Distance Control20%
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Get Started75% match
For Red tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy18%
Scoring17%
Precision15%
68% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy12%
63% match
For Red tees
Make par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring28%
Dispersion11%
67% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Scoring21%
Alignment18%
79% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy17%
Alignment13%
73% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory12%
45% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Aim28%
Dispersion18%
60% match
For White tees
Eliminate mental errors, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
60% match
For White tees
Fly over bunker, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min22 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Distance Control19%
Alignment15%
44% match
For White tees
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy29%
Visualization26%
58% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Alignment34%
Accuracy28%
Distance Control25%
13% match
For White tees
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
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Get Started62% match
For White tees
Build drive streaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Precision17%
Dispersion14%
64% match
For White tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Dispersion38%
Scoring23%
Accuracy15%
71% match
For White tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Aim27%
Alignment15%
74% match
For White tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
64% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control26%
Alignment22%
66% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy18%
Alignment11%
58% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Scoring29%
Alignment23%
74% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy26%
Distance Control15%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Applewood Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Applewood Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Applewood Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Applewood Golf Course is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 67.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Applewood Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5642 yards. The back tees extend to 6125.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Applewood Golf Course?
With a course rating of 67.8 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Applewood Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6125.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Applewood Golf Course 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 Applewood Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120.0 and yardage reaching 6125.0 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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