Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Crowne Plaza Lake Placid
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
88
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
Pristine 9 Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pristine 9, 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 32%Precision 24%Distance Control 20%Aim 11%Trajectory 11%
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.
15.6
Average HCP
8.2
Minimum HCP
27.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Pristine 9
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run 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.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst irons a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst irons shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pristine 9.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@lakeplacidcp.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
101 Olympic Drive
Course Description
Award winning, family owned and operated resort, in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in Lake Placid, NY. Torchbearer Award winner - IHG's highest and most prestigious award for providing an outstanding customer experience. Meetings Service Excellence Award - 7 years in a row!Crowne Plaza Lake Placid is located adjacent to the Olympic Skating & Hockey Center and the Conference Center at Lake Placid in the heart of the world-famous Olympic village. From the Hotel's vantage point, above the quaint international shops and restaurants on Main Street, the views of Lake Placid's lakes, Whiteface Mountain and the High Peaks from our centrally located hotel are breathtaking. Complementing our well appointed hotel rooms, accommodations include luxurious Adirondack suites with full kitchens, chalets, hotel rooms with Jacuzzis and fireplaces, each with coffee maker, refrigerator, and microwave (245 guest rooms and suites). And meeting, event and exhibit space is second to none, comprising 30,000 sq feet of flexible space. Spanning over 1,000 acres of some of the most pristine land in the Adirondacks, the Crowne Plaza Lake Placid is rich in history with an unmatched range of amenities including 45 Holes of Championship Golf, Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Center and Private Beach located at the historic Lake Placid Club. The Hotel offers Free Wireless Internet Service throughout, Business Center, Indoor Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, and Fitness room.If your idea of a Lake Placid vacation includes quiet mornings by a lake-side listening to a loon's haunting call - we've got it. If your idea of a vacation includes being on the edge of control as you thunder down the Olympic track in a Bobsled on wheels - we've got that too. For many, Lake Placid is thought of as a winter destination, but those who experience our summers will quickly realize how diverse this mountain village is. We look forward to welcoming you at our full service Lake Placid resort soon
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Course Information
Holes
45
Par
29
Type
Parkland
Architect
Alex Findlay/Seymour Dunn
Opened
1910
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pristine 9
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileCommit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Beat streaks, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy15%
Distance Control14%
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Dispersion15%
Distance Control14%
12 Week Flagship Program for Pristine 9
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pristine 9. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par from Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink More Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control long iron distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control37%
Scoring22%
Dispersion13%
Control short iron height, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
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Get StartedJudge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization24%
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control20%
Scoring19%
Thread the gap, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion12%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control21%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision19%
Distance Control15%
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring23%
Precision20%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring31%
Accuracy19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Pristine 9
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 Pristine 9
Get answers to common questions about playing Pristine 9 and what to expect.
How difficult is Pristine 9 for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Pristine 9 technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 29.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pristine 9?
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 Pristine 9?
With a course rating of 70 and par 29, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 29 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Pristine 9 and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Pristine 9 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 Pristine 9 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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