30% match
For Gold tees
Read long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Big Canoe Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
196
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Choctaw/Cherokee Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Choctaw/Cherokee, 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 19%Aim 18%Precision 18%Alignment 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.
19.6
Average HCP
11.5
Minimum HCP
34.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Choctaw/Cherokee
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Choctaw/Cherokee.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
jfinemore@bigcanoepoa.org
Giving lessons at Big Canoe Golf Club? Get featured here.
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
10586 Big Canoe
Course Description
Big Canoe is a mountain residential community governed by a Property Owners Association that oversees amenities, governance, and community services for residents and visitors. Located in the Appalachian foothills near Jasper, Georgia, the organization manages dining, golf, marina, wellness, trails, and public safety while maintaining common property and assets. It coordinates events, reservations, and club activities through a resident-driven governance framework. The community emphasizes a lifestyle centered on nature, recreation, and neighborhood resources within the Big Canoe enclave.
mountain community • residential community • property owners association • golf • marina • wellness center • trails and parks • public safety • architectural standards • community resources • amenities management • governance • club organizations • events and reservations • private community • resort amenities • nature • real estate
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joe Lee
Opened
1972
Google Reviews
Business Not Claimed
⭐4.6(56 reviews)
View on Google MapsBig Canoe Golf Club Social Media Presence
Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.
Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Choctaw/Cherokee, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:Players face repeating tests of iron precision on reachable par fours where misses spark bogey threats, balanced by par fives urging smart restraint for birdie looks amid steady short-game demands.
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725393 yards4931 metersCR 71.2Bogey 101.6Slope 129
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 51.6 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 50.0 · Slope 126
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 11 | — | 12 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 139 | 308 | 301 | 435 | 321 | 346 | 450 | 153 | 2761 | 294 | 450 | 271 | 104 | 437 | 104 | 296 | 330 | 346 | 2632 | 5393 |
G
Gold/Green Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725284 yards4832 metersCR 70.1Bogey 99.1Slope 123
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 50.1 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 49.0 · Slope 119
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 11 | — | 12 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 139 | 302 | 282 | 435 | 295 | 346 | 450 | 131 | 2688 | 294 | 450 | 271 | 96 | 437 | 104 | 274 | 330 | 340 | 2596 | 5284 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726041 yards5524 metersCR 74.8Bogey 106.5Slope 134
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 54.0 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.5 · Slope 131
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 11 | — | 12 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 312 | 150 | 346 | 352 | 471 | 336 | 400 | 508 | 168 | 3043 | 311 | 517 | 334 | 110 | 460 | 121 | 335 | 365 | 445 | 2998 | 6041 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Choctaw/Cherokee
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.
Filter programs by category (select one)
Showing 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile30% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
58% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Aim21%
Accuracy17%
62% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy19%
Alignment19%
15 Week Flagship Program for Choctaw/Cherokee
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Choctaw/Cherokee. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Mobile app
Star this curriculum and sync to your phone
Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.
★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile
Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.
48% match
For Gold tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
51% match
For Gold tees
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
66% match
For Gold tees
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Precision23%
Alignment20%
Distance Control20%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started62% match
For Gold tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring22%
Precision20%
Visualization15%
37% match
For Gold tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
80% match
For Gold tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim19%
Alignment17%
70% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision17%
Accuracy16%
64% match
For Gold tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment22%
Accuracy21%
68% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Scoring23%
Alignment22%
67% match
For Gold tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control22%
Scoring21%
74% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring17%
Dispersion14%
55% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Accuracy24%
Alignment18%
53% match
For White tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
74% match
For White tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision19%
Scoring16%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started49% match
For White tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
56% match
For White tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory17%
Dispersion14%
44% match
For White tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
52% match
For White tees
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
58% match
For White tees
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring25%
Dispersion13%
68% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Aim28%
Distance Control24%
70% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision15%
Scoring14%
64% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment19%
Precision18%
66% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim30%
Scoring26%
Alignment17%
67% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy21%
Scoring18%
Distance Control13%
72% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Dispersion14%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started67% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Distance Control38%
Accuracy19%
Scoring12%
64% match
For Gold/Green tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control23%
Aim19%
57% match
For Gold/Green tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control31%
Visualization19%
66% match
For Gold/Green tees
Check clubface, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Alignment25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy15%
51% match
For Gold/Green tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Aim15%
44% match
For Gold/Green tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
44% match
For Gold/Green tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
64% match
For Gold/Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim31%
Scoring27%
Alignment15%
73% match
For Gold/Green tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Scoring15%
66% match
For Gold/Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
58% match
For Gold/Green tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control19%
Alignment16%
76% match
For Gold/Green tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP5 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment18%
Aim13%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started64% match
For Gold/Green tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring30%
Aim28%
Alignment24%
40% match
For Gold/Green tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring29%
Visualization16%
75% match
For Gold/Green tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
Precision17%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Choctaw/Cherokee
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 Choctaw/Cherokee
Get answers to common questions about playing Choctaw/Cherokee and what to expect.
How difficult is Choctaw/Cherokee for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Choctaw/Cherokee technically exacting. The 134.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 74.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Choctaw/Cherokee?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5662 yards. The back tees extend to 6041.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Choctaw/Cherokee?
With a course rating of 74.8 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 Choctaw/Cherokee and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6041.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Choctaw/Cherokee and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Choctaw/Cherokee strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6041.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
Nearby Courses
Practice Programs for Nearby Courses
Explore practice programs for courses near Choctaw/Cherokee. These programs are designed to help you prepare for your next round.
Showing 9 Nearby Courses
49 Programs
0 km away
Big Canoe Golf Club - Cherokee/Creek
Big Canoe, GA
45 Programs
0 km away
Big Canoe Golf Club - Creek/Choctaw
Jasper, Georgia
13 Programs
4.03 km away
Villa Golf Club - Villa
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
13 Programs
4.03 km away
Villa Golf Club - Villa (Alternate Tees)
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
47 Programs
9.75 km away
Crystal Falls Golf Club
Dawsonville, GA
44 Programs
11.72 km away
Arrowhead Country Club
Jasper, GA
45 Programs
21.27 km away
Hawks Ridge Golf Club
Ball Ground, GA
15 Programs
21.27 km away
Hawks Ridge Golf Club - Executive Par-3
Ball Ground, Georgia
44 Programs
25.08 km away
Woodmont Golf & Country Club
Canton, GA
Same Architect
Courses by Joe Lee
Explore other courses designed by Joe Lee. These courses share similar design philosophies and architectural features.
Showing 6 Courses
Choctaw/Cherokee
Indian Hills Country Club
Marietta, GA
Riverchase Cc
Riverchase Country Club
Birmingham, AL
Dogwood / Laurel
Houndslake Country Club
Aiken, SC
Barquisimeto Golf Club
Barquisimeto Golf Club
Cabudare, K
Island Dunes Country Club
Island Dunes Country Club
Jensen Beach, FL
Boca Greens Country Club 2012
Boca Greens Country Club
Boca Raton, FL