Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Chapples Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
39
39 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
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
Chapples Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Chapples Golf Course, 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 Chapples Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Sand | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short irons (9,8) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Chapples Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
500 Hodder Ave, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 1V5, Canada
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
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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 Chapples Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold/Red
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.8 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 44.5 · Slope 113
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 5 | — | 12 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 467 | 465 | 348 | 180 | 380 | 373 | 342 | 158 | 352 | 3065 | 336 | 455 | 167 | 372 | 147 | 480 | 200 | 392 | 375 | 2924 | 5989 |
Gold/Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.0 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.3 · Slope 110
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 5 | — | 12 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 467 | 465 | 348 | 128 | 380 | 315 | 342 | 158 | 352 | 2955 | 336 | 455 | 126 | 333 | 147 | 480 | 156 | 340 | 366 | 2739 | 5694 |
Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 43.1 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 42.5 · Slope 105
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 67 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 5 | — | 12 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 434 | 400 | 330 | 128 | 280 | 315 | 330 | 116 | 346 | 2679 | 331 | 432 | 126 | 333 | 135 | 425 | 156 | 340 | 366 | 2644 | 5323 |
Blue Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 53.3 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 52.6 · 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 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 3 | — | 6 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 465 | 460 | 354 | 183 | 389 | 386 | 354 | 166 | 357 | 3114 | 345 | 482 | 205 | 395 | 144 | 491 | 201 | 420 | 410 | 3093 | 6207 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 49.8 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 48.6 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 3 | — | 6 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 435 | 410 | 335 | 160 | 276 | 335 | 339 | 150 | 294 | 2734 | 290 | 431 | 145 | 355 | 144 | 428 | 171 | 345 | 373 | 2682 | 5416 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 53.3 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 51.4 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 3 | — | 6 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 465 | 460 | 354 | 183 | 389 | 386 | 354 | 166 | 357 | 3114 | 337 | 440 | 175 | 387 | 144 | 491 | 201 | 400 | 400 | 2975 | 6089 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Chapples Golf Course
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 39 Programs
% match to course practice profileRoll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Chapples Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Chapples Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent wedge length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Shape driver flight, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedWork on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick your spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedRead subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Check clubface, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Chapples Golf Course
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 Chapples Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Chapples Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Chapples Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Chapples Golf Course challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 75.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Chapples Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5765 yards. The back tees extend to 6207.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Chapples Golf Course?
With a course rating of 75.5 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Chapples Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6207.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Chapples Golf Course 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 Chapples Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 6207.0 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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