Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cedar Glen Golf Course
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Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
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
Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees), 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
INFO@CEDARGLENGOLFCOURSE.COM
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Facilities
Location
60 Water Street
Course Description
Cedar Glen Golf Course is a historic 9-hole golf facility located in Saugus, Massachusetts, founded in 1928. It offers a friendly, welcoming, and inclusive environment for golfers of all ages and abilities, with a reputation for approachable greens and a compact layout. Tee times are now required, up to seven days in advance, and the course operates year-round weather permitting. The club highlights its North Shore location near Boston and provides amenities such as course layouts, rates, and outings for local players and visitors.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1928
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees)
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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% match to course practice profilePractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees). 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.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Sand
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVisualize long lines, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees)
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 Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees)?
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 Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees)?
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 Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees) 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 Cedar Glen (Alternate Tees) 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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