Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dakota Dunes Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
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
Dakota Dunes Golf Links Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dakota Dunes Golf Links, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Dakota Dunes Golf Links
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Dakota Dunes Golf Links.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
gm@dakotadunes.ca
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Facilities
Location
Saskatoon, SK S7K 3J8, Canada
Course Description
Dakota Dunes Golf Links is a premium golf course located just south of Saskatoon on the Whitecap Dakota First Nation lands in Saskatchewan. It features a championship-style layout and offers full-service amenities including dining, a resort-connected stay-and-play experience, corporate packages, and event hosting. The course is known for its natural river valley setting and has been recognized as an award-winning Canadian course. Guests can book tee times, access a pro shop, and enjoy on-site dining after a round.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Graham Cooke, Wayne Carleton
Opened
2004
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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 Dakota Dunes Golf Links, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Championship (Black)
Back (Gold) Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 47.9 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.6 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 397 | 477 | 207 | 436 | 387 | 160 | 529 | 432 | 377 | 3402 | 553 | 149 | 397 | 381 | 430 | 149 | 558 | 181 | 523 | 3321 | 6723 |
Championship (Black) Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 49.1 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 49.4 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 415 | 509 | 234 | 484 | 408 | 176 | 546 | 449 | 394 | 3615 | 587 | 207 | 434 | 386 | 448 | 172 | 603 | 201 | 561 | 3599 | 7214 |
Middle (Blue) Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.4 · Slope 124
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 337 | 465 | 201 | 429 | 379 | 156 | 512 | 379 | 351 | 3209 | 536 | 129 | 374 | 360 | 391 | 133 | 520 | 174 | 488 | 3105 | 6314 |
Back (Gold) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.5 · BR 55.7 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 38.9 · BR 55.4 · Slope 140
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 38 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 75 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 397 | 477 | 207 | 436 | 387 | 160 | 529 | 432 | 377 | 3402 | 553 | 149 | 397 | 381 | 430 | 149 | 558 | 181 | 523 | 3321 | 6723 |
Championship (Black) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 40.8 · BR 57.6 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 40.5 · BR 57.8 · Slope 147
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 40 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 38 | 78 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 415 | 509 | 234 | 484 | 408 | 176 | 546 | 449 | 394 | 3615 | 587 | 207 | 434 | 386 | 448 | 172 | 603 | 201 | 561 | 3599 | 7214 |
Forward (White) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.2 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.6 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 448 | 166 | 417 | 303 | 139 | 489 | 362 | 330 | 2982 | 478 | 119 | 355 | 337 | 347 | 129 | 481 | 154 | 465 | 2865 | 5847 |
Front (Red) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 49.2 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 48.6 · Slope 122
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 298 | 393 | 123 | 322 | 274 | 132 | 456 | 327 | 284 | 2609 | 454 | 106 | 297 | 265 | 302 | 119 | 426 | 117 | 441 | 2527 | 5136 |
Middle (Blue) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 54.1 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.6 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 337 | 465 | 201 | 429 | 379 | 156 | 512 | 379 | 351 | 3209 | 536 | 129 | 374 | 360 | 391 | 133 | 520 | 174 | 488 | 3105 | 6314 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Dakota Dunes Golf Links
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Dakota Dunes Golf Links
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dakota Dunes Golf Links. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSave par consistently, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick spot and trust, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Square up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick a specific spot, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMatch clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid trouble spots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Dakota Dunes Golf Links
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 Dakota Dunes Golf Links
Get answers to common questions about playing Dakota Dunes Golf Links and what to expect.
How difficult is Dakota Dunes Golf Links for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Dakota Dunes Golf Links challenges consistency. The slope of 145.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 81.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Dakota Dunes Golf Links?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6175 yards. The back tees extend to 7214.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Dakota Dunes Golf Links?
With a course rating of 81.3 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 Dakota Dunes Golf Links and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 7214.0 yards, it demands long-iron precision and endurance over 18 holes.
What type of course is Dakota Dunes Golf Links and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 Dakota Dunes Golf Links strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 145.0 and yardage reaching 7214.0 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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