Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Benson Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
238
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
Benson Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Benson 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 Benson Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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.
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) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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 with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Benson Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
bensongolfclub@gmail.com
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Facilities
Location
Benson Park, Benson, MN 56215, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1925
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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 Benson Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.9 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.1 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 11 | — | 6 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 395 | 176 | 344 | 342 | 419 | 307 | 513 | 208 | 531 | 3235 | 520 | 292 | 398 | 171 | 291 | 393 | 497 | 161 | 355 | 3078 | 6313 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 44.5 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 43.6 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 11 | — | 6 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 147 | 273 | 298 | 313 | 217 | 450 | 175 | 470 | 2693 | 461 | 262 | 324 | 133 | 255 | 294 | 360 | 130 | 300 | 2519 | 5212 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.5 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 49.3 · Slope 124
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 11 | — | 6 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 147 | 273 | 298 | 313 | 217 | 450 | 175 | 470 | 2693 | 461 | 262 | 324 | 133 | 255 | 294 | 360 | 130 | 300 | 2519 | 5212 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.0 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 47.4 · Slope 118
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 11 | — | 6 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 116 | 263 | 268 | 274 | 213 | 420 | 164 | 455 | 2523 | 385 | 257 | 287 | 127 | 224 | 294 | 360 | 130 | 230 | 2294 | 4817 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 53.9 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.4 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 11 | — | 6 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 390 | 164 | 323 | 328 | 388 | 290 | 507 | 188 | 525 | 3103 | 514 | 277 | 358 | 159 | 276 | 380 | 445 | 134 | 348 | 2891 | 5994 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Benson 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 profileStop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn lies into pars, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Benson Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Benson Golf Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Avoid Three-Putts
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedKeep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit Every Long Putt
Sink All Long Putts
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPractice line and speed, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Benson 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 Benson Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Benson Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Benson Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Benson Golf Club technically exacting. The 128.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 71.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Benson Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5565 yards. The back tees extend to 6313.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Benson Golf Club?
With a course rating of 71.3 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 Benson Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6313.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Benson 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 Benson Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 6313.0 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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