47% match
For White tees
Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bent Oak Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
190
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Bent Oak Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bent Oak Golf Course, 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 25%Scoring 23%Precision 17%Aim 17%Accuracy 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.
16.8
Average HCP
9
Minimum HCP
30.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Bent Oak Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst irons a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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
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 | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Bent Oak Golf Course.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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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
3610 Bent Oak Trail, Elkhart, IN 46517, USA
Course Description
Bent Oak Golf Club is a public 18-hole golf course located in Elkhart, Indiana. Designed by Gary Keaffaber, the par-72 layout features tree-lined fairways, water and sand hazards, and varied tee settings to challenge golfers of all levels. The facility emphasizes pre-booked tee times on busy days and offers a range of amenities including a pro shop and dining options associated with the 523 Restaurant. Now under new ownership as of 2025, Bent Oak aims to continue its 40-year legacy while expanding its membership and community programs.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Gary Keaffaber
Opened
1985
Google Reviews
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⭐4.3(202 reviews)
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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 Bent Oak Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through par fours that test drive and iron placement for par chances, while par fives mix birdie reward with blowup risk on longer tests.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726504 yards5947 metersCR 71.8Bogey 96.4Slope 132
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 48.2 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.2 · Slope 133
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 5 | — | 12 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 511 | 157 | 401 | 432 | 356 | 378 | 484 | 168 | 407 | 3294 | 365 | 200 | 390 | 510 | 178 | 520 | 341 | 380 | 326 | 3210 | 6504 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 725511 yards5039 metersCR 67.0Bogey 88.5Slope 116
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.8 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 43.7 · Slope 112
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 5 | — | 12 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 490 | 144 | 346 | 375 | 320 | 307 | 420 | 142 | 307 | 2851 | 280 | 105 | 327 | 480 | 146 | 449 | 284 | 320 | 269 | 2660 | 5511 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726253 yards5718 metersCR 70.7Bogey 94.7Slope 129
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.6 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 47.1 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 5 | — | 12 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 500 | 152 | 390 | 425 | 333 | 366 | 470 | 165 | 390 | 3191 | 347 | 175 | 378 | 490 | 157 | 504 | 332 | 367 | 312 | 3062 | 6253 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bent Oak Golf Course
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile41% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
73% match
For White tees
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Dispersion20%
Distance Control19%
Precision17%
65% match
For White tees
Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Dispersion18%
Scoring15%
13 Week Flagship Program for Bent Oak Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bent Oak Golf Course. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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72% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Precision15%
Distance Control15%
56% match
For White tees
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion32%
Precision27%
Scoring20%
73% match
For White tees
Sand from longer range, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring20%
Precision15%
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Get Started35% match
For White tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory15%
43% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Visualization32%
Accuracy20%
Dispersion20%
68% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim27%
Scoring18%
Distance Control15%
68% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Alignment19%
Distance Control19%
Precision19%
61% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Precision21%
58% match
For White tees
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment28%
Distance Control22%
60% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control24%
Alignment13%
63% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Scoring18%
Alignment18%
79% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision19%
Scoring18%
75% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Aim25%
Scoring17%
Distance Control17%
39% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy32%
Visualization16%
59% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Aim21%
Distance Control15%
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Get Started26% match
For Gold tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
63% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring28%
Aim18%
66% match
For Gold tees
Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP4 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion12%
49% match
For Gold tees
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Scoring51%
Distance Control30%
Visualization20%
68% match
For Gold tees
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control23%
52% match
For Gold tees
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Dispersion31%
Precision23%
59% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Alignment14%
47% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy30%
Alignment16%
69% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For Gold tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment24%
Distance Control21%
59% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment20%
Accuracy16%
64% match
For Gold tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim22%
Distance Control22%
Alignment20%
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Get Started72% match
For Gold tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control21%
Precision13%
71% match
For Gold tees
Dial in aim, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim28%
Precision22%
Distance Control17%
61% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control19%
Aim13%
71% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision17%
Aim14%
67% match
For Blue tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
54% match
For Blue tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment33%
Aim23%
Scoring22%
71% match
For Blue tees
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Scoring18%
Distance Control15%
71% match
For Blue tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Dispersion16%
Precision16%
67% match
For Blue tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
59% match
For Blue tees
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
62% match
For Blue tees
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP9 drills
Trajectory25%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
74% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring18%
Alignment17%
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Get Started75% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring18%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control14%
69% match
For Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
57% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Alignment17%
Accuracy10%
62% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment24%
Aim24%
68% match
For Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control20%
2026
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Bent Oak Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Bent Oak Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Bent Oak Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Bent Oak Golf Course presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 132.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 71.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bent Oak Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6008 yards. The back tees extend to 6504.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Bent Oak Golf Course?
With a course rating of 71.8 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 Bent Oak Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6504.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Bent Oak Golf Course and how should I play it?
Bent Oak Golf Course 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 Bent Oak Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 132.0 and yardage reaching 6504.0 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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