Practice Programs

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Lake Placid, NY, United States
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Total Programs

47

47 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

180

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

12

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Craig Wood Golf & Country Club Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Craig Wood Golf & Country Club, 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 32%Scoring 18%Aim 16%Precision 16%Accuracy 15%

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.

18.8
Average HCP
10.1
Minimum HCP
32.6
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Craig Wood Golf & Country Club

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

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

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.</p>

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

Pitch | Perpendicular 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.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Craig Wood Golf & Country Club.

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

141 Country Club Ln, Lake Placid, NY 12946, USA

Course Description

Craig Wood Golf Club operates a par 72 golf course spanning 6,554 yards in the Adirondack countryside, located in Lake Placid, New York. Owned and operated by the Town of North Elba, it stands as a premier golf destination within the Lake Placid community, offering facilities and programming for members and guests. The site highlights course information, rates, tee times, and a pro shop, with additional features such as a restaurant and event planning options nearby. The club emphasizes its scenic setting and local governance as a key aspect of its identity.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

Seymour Dunn

Opened

1926

Google Reviews

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4.5(106 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 Craig Wood Golf & Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Red

Tee Insight:This course forces constant choices on long par fours between bold tee shots and safe irons with high scoring risk on front nine peaks and back nine closers.This course forces constant choices on long par fours between bold tee shots and safe irons with high scoring risk on front nine peaks and back nine closers.
B

Blue Tee

Gender: MalePar 726722 yards6147 metersCR 72.6Bogey 98.5Slope 139

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 50.7 · Slope 145

Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.8 · Slope 133

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Par534345445374443445343572
Handicap137511115931718106122816144
Yardage530220390180428469425445500358729034337016242043851415844031356722

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Craig Wood Golf & Country Club

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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Showing 47 Programs

% match to course practice profile
37% match
For Red tees

Read long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%

13 Week Flagship Program for Craig Wood Golf & Country Club

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Craig Wood Golf & Country Club. 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 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–35 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–46 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–54 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–76 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–97 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 9–103 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–116 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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61% match
For Red tees

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring22%
Dispersion18%
67% match
For Red tees

Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
75% match
For Red tees

Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring13%
Aim11%
48% match
For Blue tees

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

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%

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70% match
For Blue tees

Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control19%
Scoring17%
47% match
For Blue tees

Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment31%
Aim29%
Scoring25%

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77% match
For White tees

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring21%
Alignment13%
68% match
For White tees

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy24%
Precision16%
63% match
For White tees

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring23%
Accuracy23%
72% match
For White tees

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy18%
Scoring17%

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66% match
For White tees

Stop on a dime, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment25%
Precision17%
59% match
For White tees

Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Alignment21%
Precision18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Craig Wood Golf & Country Club

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 Craig Wood Golf & Country Club

Get answers to common questions about playing Craig Wood Golf & Country Club and what to expect.

How difficult is Craig Wood Golf & Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?

Craig Wood Golf & Country Club presents a demanding test. At 139.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 72.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Craig Wood Golf & Country Club?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5872 yards. The back tees extend to 6722.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Craig Wood Golf & Country Club?

With a course rating of 72.6 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 Craig Wood Golf & Country Club and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6722.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Craig Wood Golf & Country Club and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Craig Wood Golf & Country Club strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 139.0 and yardage reaching 6722.0 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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