Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Dales.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
195
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dales, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players 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.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Everything you need to know about Dales.
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2917 Berkley St, Dayton, OH 45409, USA
Holes
36
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Alex Campbell
Opened
1909
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Dales, all within a single responsive scorecard.
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Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 42.8 · Slope 110
Back Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 42.0 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 17 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 11 | — | 14 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 275 | 315 | 193 | 262 | 128 | 477 | 469 | 171 | 317 | 2607 | 295 | 102 | 562 | 290 | 449 | 165 | 322 | 266 | 280 | 2731 | 5338 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.2 · BR 39.4 · Slope 99
Back Nine · CR 30.1 · BR 38.8 · Slope 94
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 17 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 11 | — | 14 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 225 | 259 | 96 | 192 | 98 | 343 | 367 | 130 | 276 | 1986 | 238 | 72 | 438 | 215 | 387 | 122 | 268 | 211 | 222 | 2173 | 4159 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 41.1 · Slope 104
Back Nine · CR 31.6 · BR 40.8 · Slope 99
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 17 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 11 | — | 14 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 256 | 300 | 138 | 251 | 113 | 449 | 433 | 141 | 290 | 2371 | 281 | 83 | 533 | 259 | 430 | 143 | 305 | 240 | 264 | 2538 | 4909 |
Drill Library
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Free eBook
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Dales hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 profileCan you stop the ball close from the sand?
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dales. 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.
Full 56 days 76 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
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Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick spot and trust, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPerfect short iron arc, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedBeat streaks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Dales and what to expect.
Players often find Dales technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 65.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4748 yards. The back tees extend to 5338.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 65.1 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.
Stretching to 5338.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 106.0 and yardage reaching 5338.0 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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