Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Arbor Hills Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
200
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
Arbor Hills Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Arbor Hills 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Arbor Hills Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
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.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Arbor Hills Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
Arborhillsgolfshop@gmail.com
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Facilities
Location
1426 Arbor Hills Rd, Jackson, MI 49201, USA
Course Description
Arbor Hills Golf Club is a classic 18-hole golf course located in Jackson, Michigan. Designed in 1925 by renowned golf architect Arthur Ham, the historic layout offers a traditional golf experience with tree-lined fairways and manicured greens. The club is conveniently just minutes from I-94 and provides affordable rates, year-round event space, and member-focused programs including guest perks and banquets. It also features amenities such as a driving range and flexible space for private events, making it a destination for local golfers and visiting players alike.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Arthur Ham
Opened
1926
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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 Arbor Hills Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
WHITE Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.2 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.5 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 9 | — | 12 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 316 | 494 | 175 | 387 | 118 | 477 | 424 | 367 | 353 | 3111 | 154 | 347 | 555 | 151 | 500 | 307 | 368 | 180 | 499 | 3061 | 6172 |
GOLD Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.5 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 50.4 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | — | 18 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 304 | 442 | 175 | 301 | 118 | 461 | 354 | 302 | 292 | 2749 | 154 | 347 | 450 | 151 | 468 | 307 | 368 | 146 | 453 | 2844 | 5593 |
RED Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 47.8 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 47.1 · Slope 111
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | — | 18 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 285 | 399 | 149 | 301 | 107 | 377 | 273 | 302 | 292 | 2485 | 120 | 266 | 401 | 143 | 427 | 291 | 288 | 146 | 394 | 2476 | 4961 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 52.7 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 52.3 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | — | 18 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 316 | 494 | 175 | 387 | 118 | 477 | 424 | 367 | 353 | 3111 | 154 | 347 | 555 | 151 | 500 | 307 | 368 | 180 | 499 | 3061 | 6172 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Arbor Hills 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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profileMake Every 20+ Ft Putt
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Arbor Hills Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Arbor Hills Golf Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it near: consistent length on approaches
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSet up par or better, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedWork on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop close from 30 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAvoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Arbor Hills Golf Club
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Arbor Hills Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Arbor Hills Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Arbor Hills Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Arbor Hills Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 128.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 74.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Arbor Hills Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5566 yards. The back tees extend to 6172.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Arbor Hills Golf Club?
With a course rating of 74.9 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 Arbor Hills Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6172.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Arbor Hills Golf Club 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 Arbor Hills Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 6172.0 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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