67% match
For RED tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Canadian Lakes Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
207
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
Highlands Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Highlands, 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 18%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.
18.8
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
32.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Highlands
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
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
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. 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
Pitch | 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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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 Highlands.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
memberservices@clpoc.org
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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
9775 Club House Drive East
Course Description
Canadian Lakes is a private residential community located in northern Michigan, approximately one hour north of Grand Rapids. This scenic area offers a tranquil lifestyle surrounded by beautiful woodlands, making it an ideal location for those seeking a serene living environment.
residential community • private property • real estate • northern michigan • woodlands
Course Information
Holes
36
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1972
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⭐4.7(6 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 Highlands, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for RED
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating short par four tee choices that reward iron control for wedges in, while par fives push risk-reward lays or goes that spike bogeys on misses. Matching nines double the precision grind under even scoring pressure.
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: MalePar 723616 yards3306 metersCR 59.6Bogey 78.0Slope 99
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 29.8 · BR 39.0 · Slope 99
Back Nine · CR 29.8 · BR 39.0 · Slope 99
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 17 | — | 16 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 189 | 186 | 200 | 240 | 233 | 316 | 275 | 70 | 99 | 1808 | 189 | 186 | 200 | 240 | 233 | 316 | 275 | 70 | 99 | 1808 | 3616 |
R
RED Tee
Gender: MalePar 724362 yards3989 metersCR 62.2Bogey 81.4Slope 103
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 40.7 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 40.7 · Slope 103
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 17 | — | 16 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 228 | 264 | 281 | 240 | 233 | 355 | 349 | 132 | 99 | 2181 | 228 | 264 | 281 | 240 | 233 | 355 | 349 | 132 | 99 | 2181 | 4362 |
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 723616 yards3306 metersCR 61.4Bogey 84.2Slope 97
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.7 · BR 42.1 · Slope 97
Back Nine · CR 30.7 · BR 42.1 · Slope 97
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 17 | — | 16 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 189 | 186 | 200 | 240 | 233 | 316 | 275 | 70 | 99 | 1808 | 189 | 186 | 200 | 240 | 233 | 316 | 275 | 70 | 99 | 1808 | 3616 |
R
RED Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724362 yards3989 metersCR 65.6Bogey 90.2Slope 104
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 45.1 · Slope 104
Back Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 45.1 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 17 | — | 16 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 228 | 264 | 281 | 240 | 233 | 355 | 349 | 132 | 99 | 2181 | 228 | 264 | 281 | 240 | 233 | 355 | 349 | 132 | 99 | 2181 | 4362 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Highlands
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 profile26% match
For RED tees
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
79% match
For RED tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
Aim19%
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Get Started68% match
For RED tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision23%
Distance Control20%
Scoring14%
12 Week Flagship Program for Highlands
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Highlands. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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61% match
For RED tees
Control mid iron arc, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP6 drills
Trajectory25%
Distance Control18%
Precision17%
69% match
For RED tees
Perfect woods arc, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Precision20%
Trajectory19%
49% match
For RED tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
64% match
For RED tees
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
82% match
For RED tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control26%
Precision18%
69% match
For RED tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy18%
Alignment16%
69% match
For RED tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
71% match
For RED tees
Keep near hole, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Aim19%
Distance Control16%
63% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy20%
Alignment16%
62% match
For RED tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment19%
Precision16%
81% match
For RED tees
Pick line and commit, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Distance Control18%
Scoring17%
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Get Started74% match
For RED tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim16%
Trajectory14%
63% match
For RED tees
Pitch close, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control18%
Scoring17%
65% match
For RED tees
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy18%
Alignment16%
62% match
For GOLD tees
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
59% match
For GOLD tees
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
73% match
For GOLD tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy15%
Distance Control14%
61% match
For GOLD tees
Check clubface, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Alignment33%
Scoring17%
Distance Control15%
62% match
For GOLD tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision22%
Alignment13%
54% match
For GOLD tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision22%
Dispersion20%
36% match
For GOLD tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
55% match
For GOLD tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics15%
Aim15%
55% match
For GOLD tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment26%
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
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Get Started56% match
For GOLD tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy29%
Alignment25%
Distance Control18%
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 min26 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment25%
Distance Control20%
57% match
For GOLD tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim37%
Scoring19%
Dispersion16%
73% match
For GOLD tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control21%
72% match
For GOLD tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision22%
Aim15%
66% match
For GOLD tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy27%
Distance Control19%
52% match
For RED tees
Test your setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Alignment35%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
56% match
For RED tees
Feel the green, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision16%
Alignment14%
49% match
For RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
66% match
For RED tees
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Trajectory26%
Distance Control19%
58% match
For RED tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
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Get Started73% match
For RED tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Accuracy24%
Alignment19%
Scoring19%
70% match
For RED tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control21%
Alignment14%
69% match
For RED tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment18%
Precision13%
64% match
For RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Aim23%
Alignment18%
67% match
For RED tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy22%
Scoring16%
81% match
For RED tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision17%
Scoring15%
59% match
For RED tees
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control38%
Accuracy18%
Alignment15%
26% match
For GOLD tees
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
59% match
For GOLD tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring22%
Alignment17%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands
Get answers to common questions about playing Highlands and what to expect.
How difficult is Highlands for mid-handicap golfers?
Highlands is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 103.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 62.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Highlands?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3989 yards. The back tees extend to 4362.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Highlands?
With a course rating of 62.2 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Highlands and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 4362.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Highlands 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 Highlands strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 103.0 and yardage reaching 4362.0 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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