Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Captains Club at Woodfield

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Grand Blanc, Michigan, United States of America

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Captains Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Captains, 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 28%Distance Control 23%Precision 20%Aim 14%Dispersion 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.

21.9

Average HCP

13.8

Minimum HCP

34.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Captains

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4

Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Captains.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Denny.Dowdall@captainsclubatwoodfield.com

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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

1000 Woodfield Drive

Course Description

The Captain's Club at Woodfield Golf CourseOur Ray Floyd Signature 18 hole golf course is open to the public. For those players that desire "just golf" at a reasonable price, we are the facility you desire.Events and Weddings at WoodfieldThe Captain's Club at Woodfield is the perfect venue for an array of events and weddings. Our staff works with each client individually to ensure their gathering is a memorable experience. We offer several sizes of banquet and meeting spaces for large or intimate occasions. 2011 Winner of The Knot Best of Weddings. Voted Best Banquet Hall and Best Catering in Grand Blanc by the Grand Blanc View in 2010.Floyd's at WoodfieldEscape the traffic, stress and noise by letting us serve you a meal at Floyd's. Chill with cocktails while relaxing, enjoying the view of our course and natural surroundings. Come watch the "Big Game" on our plasma TVs. Try our Famous Friday Fish Fry that includes beer battered, baked and speciality fish entrees or our popular 2 for $25 "Wine and Dine" Special. Our executive chef, Denny Dowdall, has created a spectaular menu for your dining pleasure at a price that will keep you coming back weekly, if not daily! Winner of Hospitality Restaurant of the Year 2010 by the Flint Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.Call us at 810.695.5555

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Raymond Floyd

Opened

1993

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Captains

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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Make Every Mid-Distance Putt

Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim12%

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Hit Every Long Putt

Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Make Par Around the Green

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control18%

Alignment16%

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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 HCP9 drills

Scoring30%

Distance Control27%

Aim15%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Captains

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Captains. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Make Every Mid-Distance Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 14–16≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills

Aim30%

Scoring28%

Alignment19%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Control rollout, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring22%

Dispersion11%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Stop pitches near hole, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Precision19%

Aim14%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Dial in aim, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP7 drills

Aim28%

Scoring25%

Alignment17%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision33%

Distance Control21%

Dispersion14%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Maximize Driver Distance

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring35%

Precision21%

Dispersion11%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory17%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills

Precision27%

Dispersion24%

Scoring19%

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Control Wedge Roll

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Captains

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Captains

Get answers to common questions about playing Captains and what to expect.

How difficult is Captains for mid-handicap golfers?

Captains is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Captains?

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 Captains?

With a course rating of 70 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 Captains and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Captains 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 Captains 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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