Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cherry Creek Golf Links

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Riverhead, New York, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Woods Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Woods, 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%Precision 24%Scoring 21%Aim 17%Trajectory 11%

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.

20.2

Average HCP

12.4

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Woods

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel 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.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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

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

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Woods.

Contact Information

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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

900 Reeves Avenue

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Charles Jurgens

Opened

2002

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Woods

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots

Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Alignment26%

Precision24%

Aim20%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Woods

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Woods. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Mechanics26%

Precision25%

Trajectory16%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Dispersion35%

Precision23%

Scoring15%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control31%

Visualization23%

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Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills

Distance Control37%

Precision21%

Dispersion11%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills

Distance Control26%

Aim25%

Scoring12%

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Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Distance Control27%

Precision22%

Aim18%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Dial in aim, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills

Aim32%

Distance Control27%

Scoring16%

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Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision23%

Mechanics19%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision19%

Accuracy15%

Mechanics15%

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Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Fade or draw woods, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP6 drills

Trajectory25%

Mechanics22%

Precision20%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision16%

Distance Control15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Woods

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Woods

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

How difficult is Woods for mid-handicap golfers?

Woods is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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 Woods?

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 Woods?

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 Woods 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 Woods 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 Woods 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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