Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control8%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
The Pines/The Willows Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Pines/The Willows, 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 27%Precision 22%Distance Control 17%Aim 16%Dispersion 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.
16.9
Average HCP
9.4
Minimum HCP
31.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Pines/The Willows
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Three Gates Dispersion [Long]
Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Pines/The Willows.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
rlane@arissvalley.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
5700 Wellington Road 86
Course Description
Ariss Valley Golf Club is a full-service golf facility in Ariss, Ontario, just minutes from Guelph and close to Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge. The club offers 27-hole golf, dining with a restaurant and outdoor patio, and an on-site pro shop, along with event and tournament hosting, weddings and banquets, and simulators. It serves as a venue for corporate and social events, with various outing packages and on-turn dining options to accommodate groups of all sizes.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1996
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Pines/The Willows
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim19%
Scoring12%
Turn into birdies, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
15 Week Flagship Program for The Pines/The Willows
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Pines/The Willows. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Distance Control21%
Alignment16%
Accuracy15%
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Alignment24%
Scoring19%
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Scoring18%
Aim17%
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim32%
Scoring24%
Precision20%
Shape driver flight, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP4 drills
Trajectory28%
Precision24%
Mechanics23%
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion22%
Distance Control22%
Scoring20%
Perfect woods arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP9 drills
Trajectory24%
Scoring19%
Precision19%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Pines/The Willows
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 The Pines/The Willows
Get answers to common questions about playing The Pines/The Willows and what to expect.
How difficult is The Pines/The Willows for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find The Pines/The Willows technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Pines/The Willows?
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 The Pines/The Willows?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Pines/The Willows and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is The Pines/The Willows 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 The Pines/The Willows 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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