Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Colwood Golf Center

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Portland, Oregon, United States of America

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Colwood Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Colwood, 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 27%Scoring 22%Aim 19%Distance Control 16%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.

18.9

Average HCP

12.5

Minimum HCP

30.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Colwood

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Colwood.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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rmorrison@kempersports.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

7313 NE Columbia Boulevard

Course Description

Portland Parks Golf operates four public golf facilities in Portland, Oregon—Heron Lakes, Rose City, Eastmoreland, and Colwood—providing golf courses, instruction, events, and related amenities. The organization emphasizes public access to quality golfing experiences, hosting outings, tournaments, and educational programs for players of all ages. With multiple courses and a community-focused approach, it serves the Portland metropolitan area and surrounding communities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

2015

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Colwood

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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Control 9 Ft Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min34 HCP5 drills

Aim28%

Dispersion18%

Alignment16%

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How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Work together for contact, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Alignment27%

Distance Control25%

Scoring14%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring30%

Distance Control18%

Dispersion18%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Colwood

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Colwood. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land 2 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Pick your spot, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Scoring32%

Alignment20%

Distance Control18%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Precision28%

Scoring23%

Aim17%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills

Distance Control21%

Aim18%

Precision17%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills

Scoring18%

Precision17%

Distance Control16%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Dispersion18%

Precision14%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Colwood

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 Colwood

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

How difficult is Colwood for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Colwood technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Colwood?

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 Colwood?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Colwood 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 Colwood 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 Colwood 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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