Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Big Oak Public Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Geneva, New York, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Big Oak Public Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Big Oak Public, 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 31%Distance Control 22%Precision 17%Aim 15%Accuracy 12%

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.

19.2

Average HCP

9.9

Minimum HCP

31.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Big Oak Public

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]

Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

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.

Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Big Oak Public.

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

33 Packwood Road

Course Description

Big Oak Golf Course is a scenic 18-hole golf facility located in Geneva, New York, in the Finger Lakes region. The course features a front nine with newer holes and a back nine that complements the layout, with golf carts and club rentals available in the Pro Shop. The operation highlights course improvements and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, with dining options at the on-site Bar & Restaurant offering views of the course. It serves golfers of all skill levels in the Finger Lakes area and emphasizes a casual, welcoming experience.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jim Logue/Lloyd Aikens

Opened

1964

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Big Oak Public

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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Control Distance

Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills

Scoring23%

Accuracy19%

Aim17%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Set sights, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Aim30%

Precision17%

Distance Control17%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Big Oak Public

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Big Oak Public. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Picture Perfect Roll

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Thread the gap, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics19%

Aim12%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Make Par Around the Green

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring48%

Aim12%

Distance Control11%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control26%

Accuracy17%

Scoring17%

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Picture Perfect Roll

Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control22%

Accuracy18%

Aim17%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring30%

Precision18%

Trajectory16%

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Wedge Distance Control

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Set up par or better, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min15 HCP8 drills

Scoring31%

Precision19%

Distance Control16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Big Oak Public

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 Big Oak Public

Get answers to common questions about playing Big Oak Public and what to expect.

How difficult is Big Oak Public for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Big Oak Public technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Big Oak Public?

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 Big Oak Public?

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 Big Oak Public and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Big Oak Public and how should I play it?

Big Oak Public 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 Big Oak Public 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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