Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Chardon Lakes Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Chardon Lakes Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Chardon Lakes, 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 34%Precision 21%Distance Control 17%Aim 13%Dispersion 13%
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.
20.4
Average HCP
12.3
Minimum HCP
33
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Chardon Lakes
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range30 min
Short irons (9,8) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Chardon Lakes.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@chardonlakes.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
470 South Street
Course Description
Chardon Lakes Golf Course is a public, 18-hole golf facility in Chardon, Ohio, renowned as a Golf Digest 4 Star course with a classic layout featuring water hazards, sand bunkers, and large greens. The course, originally opened in 1931 with a later nine added in 1963, offers multiple tee options to accommodate players of all skill levels and hosts regional qualifiers, leagues, and instructional programs. It emphasizes a private-course atmosphere while remaining accessible to the public, with year-round tee times and a range of stay-and-play options in Geauga County. Located just outside Cleveland, it invites golfers to walk the fairways and experience a historic Midwest golfing tradition.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bert Way/Don Tincher/Carroll Bazler
Opened
1931
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Chardon Lakes
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 profileControl the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy17%
Visualization16%
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Aim17%
Accuracy14%
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Get StartedControl 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory16%
14 Week Flagship Program for Chardon Lakes
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Chardon Lakes. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Alignment26%
Scoring24%
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring55%
Distance Control30%
Visualization15%
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Alignment20%
Aim15%
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Precision16%
Dispersion15%
Fade or draw short irons, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min32 HCP7 drills
Trajectory29%
Precision26%
Mechanics26%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Chardon Lakes
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Chardon Lakes
Get answers to common questions about playing Chardon Lakes and what to expect.
How difficult is Chardon Lakes for mid-handicap golfers?
Chardon Lakes presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Chardon Lakes?
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 Chardon Lakes?
With a course rating of 70 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 Chardon Lakes 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 Chardon Lakes 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 Chardon Lakes 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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