Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Chestnut Ridge Golf Resort & Conference Center

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Blairsville, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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Total Programs

12 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

Toms Run Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Toms Run, 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

Precision 25%Scoring 22%Aim 19%Distance Control 17%Dispersion 14%

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.

17.5

Average HCP

8.1

Minimum HCP

31.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Toms Run

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]

Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Toms Run.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

132 Pine Ridge Road

Course Description

Chestnut Ridge Golf Resort and Conference Center was designed by Harris/Grabin and built in 1964. This course renders breathtaking views of Pennsylvania's beautiful Laurel Highlands, and is your go to location for golf outings, weddings, business meetings and all sorts of special events. We are located on 450 acres of beautiful Pennsylvania countryside with 2 full, 18 hole golf courses, The Spike Bar, The 37 Grille. a custom spa and our famous fountain. We can handle all your needs, including a place to stay with a hotel located right next door to the course. Feel free to check out our website or give us a call for more information.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bill Love/Ault Clark

Opened

1994

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.4(450 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Toms Run

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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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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Focus On Green Reading

Practice line and speed, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP5 drills

Scoring37%

Precision31%

Aim15%

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Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Set sights, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills

Aim28%

Distance Control27%

Precision13%

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Stick Chip Close To Hole

Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Accuracy20%

Distance Control19%

Precision16%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Toms Run

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

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Through Gate for Aim

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Through Gate for Aim

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stick Chip Close To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics19%

Aim17%

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Maximize Driver Distance

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Chip Through Gate for Aim

Pick line and commit, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Aim34%

Precision26%

Distance Control13%

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Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Vary landing spot soft, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min16 HCP8 drills

Distance Control24%

Precision15%

Alignment14%

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Chip Through Gate for Aim

Pick line and commit, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills

Aim38%

Scoring23%

Alignment22%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Leave tap-ins, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min32 HCP9 drills

Precision36%

Mechanics15%

Trajectory12%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Toms Run

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 Toms Run

Get answers to common questions about playing Toms Run and what to expect.

How difficult is Toms Run for mid-handicap golfers?

Toms Run is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Toms Run?

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 Toms Run?

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 Toms Run and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Toms Run and how should I play it?

Toms Run is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Toms Run 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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