Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Arctic Golf Finland
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
92
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Arctic Finland Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Arctic Finland, 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 30%Distance Control 23%Aim 16%Precision 15%Accuracy 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.
17.8
Average HCP
8
Minimum HCP
31.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Arctic Finland
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range30 min
All irons (9 to 2) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Arctic Finland.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mail@arcticgolf.fi
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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
Golfkentäntie 43
Course Description
Santa Claus Golf is a golf facility located in Rovaniemi, Finland, on the northern slopes of Ounasvaara, just minutes from the city center. It operates a golf course and related facilities, including a cafe, pro shop, and instructional offerings, with services geared towards both locals and visitors. The club emphasizes a Nordic, arctic golfing experience and is anchored by its location near Santa Claus Village and the Arctic Circle, serving as a year-round destination for golf in Lapland.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Arctic Finland
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.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Pick landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Accuracy29%
Aim21%
Scoring16%
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Aim17%
Distance Control17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Arctic Finland
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Arctic Finland. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Land it softly with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control21%
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
Set a target, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Aim29%
Scoring17%
Alignment14%
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Get StartedSave par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy15%
Alignment15%
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control14%
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Save par consistently, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy18%
Aim13%
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills
Trajectory28%
Mechanics23%
Distance Control20%
Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory28%
Precision18%
Scoring16%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring22%
Precision21%
Dispersion21%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Arctic Finland
Get answers to common questions about playing Arctic Finland and what to expect.
How difficult is Arctic Finland for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Arctic Finland technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Arctic Finland?
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 Arctic Finland?
With a course rating of 70 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 Arctic Finland 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 Arctic Finland and how should I play it?
Arctic Finland 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 Arctic Finland 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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