51% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Aim8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bedford Elks Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
189
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
Bedford Elks Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bedford Elks Country 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 23%Precision 19%Aim 14%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.
18.8
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
31.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Bedford Elks Country Club
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: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | 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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
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.
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Bedford Elks Country Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
937 S Richard St, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
Course Description
Bedford Country Club is a private-style recreation facility in Bedford County, Virginia, offering a 9-hole golf course, a social clubhouse, and an Olympic-size swimming pool. The club provides private event rental, catering through a full-service kitchen, and hosts year-round tournaments and junior golf programs for members and guests. Located at the base of The Peaks of Otter, it emphasizes a communal, scenic setting with a long-standing history since 1949 and a focus on golf, swimming, and social gatherings.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Opened
1950
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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 Bedford Elks Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue/White #6
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers twin identical nines loaded with par fives that force nonstop long drives and smart layups where poor positioning risks huge scores on the toughest stretches.
B
Blue #6 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 786714 yards6139 metersCR 79.4Bogey 112.0Slope 138
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.7 · BR 56.0 · Slope 138
Back Nine · CR 39.7 · BR 56.0 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 39 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 39 | 78 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 11 | — | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 532 | 155 | 412 | 355 | 150 | 503 | 361 | 485 | 404 | 3357 | 532 | 155 | 412 | 355 | 150 | 503 | 361 | 485 | 404 | 3357 | 6714 |
B
Blue/White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 766305 yards5765 metersCR 76.4Bogey 107.7Slope 133
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.8 · BR 54.8 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 52.9 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 39 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 76 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 11 | — | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 532 | 155 | 412 | 355 | 150 | 432 | 338 | 485 | 404 | 3263 | 498 | 147 | 388 | 346 | 139 | 422 | 334 | 413 | 355 | 3042 | 6305 |
B
Blue/White #6 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 766470 yards5916 metersCR 78.0Bogey 109.9Slope 135
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.7 · BR 56.0 · Slope 138
Back Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 53.9 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 39 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 76 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 11 | — | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 532 | 155 | 412 | 355 | 150 | 503 | 361 | 485 | 404 | 3357 | 498 | 147 | 388 | 346 | 139 | 493 | 334 | 413 | 355 | 3113 | 6470 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bedford Elks Country 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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile43% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
53% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
68% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control20%
Aim13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Bedford Elks Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bedford Elks Country 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Cup More Often Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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56% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Get close to pin, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Scoring23%
Mechanics15%
19% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
37% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills
Scoring46%
Accuracy30%
Visualization24%
42% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP5 drills
Trajectory29%
Mechanics27%
Precision22%
47% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
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Get Started61% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control22%
Alignment15%
74% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring18%
Alignment15%
64% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision21%
Dispersion15%
79% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim16%
Precision16%
72% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control24%
Aim19%
63% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring27%
Aim22%
Alignment20%
61% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy22%
Alignment18%
Distance Control16%
66% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy19%
Alignment18%
54% match
For Blue/White #6 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Precision34%
Aim21%
Distance Control16%
59% match
For Blue/White tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control28%
Visualization20%
53% match
For Blue/White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
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Get Started54% match
For Blue/White tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment35%
Aim19%
Scoring16%
72% match
For Blue/White tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control16%
Dispersion16%
53% match
For Blue/White tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim15%
Trajectory14%
80% match
For Blue/White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy15%
79% match
For Blue/White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring26%
Alignment11%
58% match
For Blue/White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy26%
Alignment25%
66% match
For Blue/White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For Blue/White tees
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim17%
Alignment12%
58% match
For Blue/White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Alignment16%
Precision14%
79% match
For Blue/White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy19%
Aim18%
Scoring18%
73% match
For Blue/White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim14%
Dispersion13%
59% match
For Blue/White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control38%
Accuracy16%
Dispersion15%
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Get Started61% match
For Blue #6 tees
Feel the green, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment22%
Precision11%
62% match
For Blue #6 tees
Save par, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy16%
Aim13%
58% match
For Blue #6 tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control14%
55% match
For Blue #6 tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Trajectory17%
Mechanics15%
47% match
For Blue #6 tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
49% match
For Blue #6 tees
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
43% match
For Blue #6 tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
47% match
For Blue #6 tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
78% match
For Blue #6 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring23%
Aim15%
60% match
For Blue #6 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy22%
Dispersion16%
66% match
For Blue #6 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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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Bedford Elks Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Bedford Elks Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Bedford Elks Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Bedford Elks Country Club presents a demanding test. At 138.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 79.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bedford Elks Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6510 yards. The back tees extend to 6714.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Bedford Elks Country Club?
With a course rating of 79.4 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Bedford Elks Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6714.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Bedford Elks Country 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 Bedford Elks Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 138.0 and yardage reaching 6714.0 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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