Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Chestnut Valley Gc

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Harbor Springs, MI, United States
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Total Programs

44

44 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

174

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Chestnut Valley Gc Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Chestnut Valley Gc, 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 28%Distance Control 25%Accuracy 17%Aim 16%Precision 12%

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.

17.8
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Chestnut Valley Gc

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Diagram for Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Diagram for Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Diagram for Pitch| Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

Pitch| Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Diagram for Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Chestnut Valley Gc.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

comeplay@chestnutvalleygolf.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

1875 Club House Dr, Harbor Springs, MI 49740, USA

Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

Larry Mancour

Opened

1994

Google Reviews

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4.6(121 reviews)
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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 Chestnut Valley Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for WHITE

Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through precise irons to short par fours and threes where handicap tough spots amplify bogey threats from poor approaches. Front nine heightens risks with steeper slope and firmer bogey demands.
G

GOLD Tee

Gender: FemalePar 725171 yards4728 metersCR 70.6Bogey 98.6Slope 119

Gender: Female

Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.8 · Slope 124

Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 47.8 · Slope 114

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par443545354374344345353572
Handicap313177911551161814216108124
Yardage36925512940832439712646129827672898923332313130942616643824045171

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Chestnut Valley Gc

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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11 Week Flagship Program for Chestnut Valley Gc

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Chestnut Valley Gc. 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 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–37 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 44 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–65 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Line Every Short Putt Precisely

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 6–74 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 73 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–95 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Line Every Short Putt Precisely

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 9–106 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–115 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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72% match
For WHITE tees

Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment13%
Precision13%

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51% match
For RED tees

Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment36%
Aim27%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For RED tees

Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control19%
Alignment14%
62% match
For RED tees

Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For RED tees

Mix short game shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Distance Control22%
Alignment18%
72% match
For RED tees

Turn into birdies, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring36%
Aim15%
Distance Control14%

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58% match
For RED tees

Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Alignment22%
Scoring22%
66% match
For RED tees

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control22%
Alignment20%
54% match
For GOLD tees

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
71% match
For GOLD tees

Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control21%
Aim16%

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65% match
For GOLD tees

Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy17%
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Chestnut Valley Gc

Get answers to common questions about playing Chestnut Valley Gc and what to expect.

How difficult is Chestnut Valley Gc for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Chestnut Valley Gc challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 73.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Chestnut Valley Gc?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5204 yards. The back tees extend to 5750.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Chestnut Valley Gc?

With a course rating of 73.3 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 Chestnut Valley Gc and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 5750.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.

What type of course is Chestnut Valley Gc 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 Chestnut Valley Gc strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 5750.0 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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