43% match
For Gold tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Detroit Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
181
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
North Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for North, 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 26%Scoring 22%Precision 19%Dispersion 16%Aim 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.
18.6
Average HCP
10.9
Minimum HCP
32.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for North
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
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 North.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golfshop@detroitgolfclub.org
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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
17911 Hamilton Road
Course Description
Detroit Golf Club has been a thriving member of the city since 1899. Our history is steeped in the tradition of the game and the fabric of the Motor City. Like the wonderful game itself, we are an exclusive club with an inclusive atmosphere.Designed by Albert Kahn in 1916, our Clubhouse continues to welcome a wide cross-section of individuals and families. You'll find all manner of professionals at Detroit Golf Club, including business leaders, government officials, engineers, lawyers and doctors. In addition to the wonderful and safe environment, there exists a broad range of activities for all ages.To ensure our Members experience the best our treasured past-time has to offer, we feature two Donald Ross signature courses. This master of course design is a legend for being the architect behind some of North America's premier sites. Fewer than 20 clubs across the continent can boast having two 18-hole Donald Ross courses, and Detroit Golf Club is proud to have that distinction.As a private club, we offer many other amenities that our Members have access to. Our Clubhouse is home to three dining venues and is available for Members to book private functions. Our spacious swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts and fully equipped fitness center provide other options to engage your athletic side.We invite you to discover everything that Detroit Golf Club has to offer and welcome inquiries should you wish to learn more about this jewel in the heart of Detroit.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Donald Ross/Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Opened
1914
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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 North, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady iron pressure on packed par fours that drive scoring, with par fives spiking risk on top-ranked tough holes where position trumps aggression.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 726624 yards6057 metersCR 71.9Bogey 95.7Slope 128
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.9 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 47.8 · Slope 126
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 3 | — | 10 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 329 | 542 | 137 | 403 | 494 | 351 | 197 | 380 | 431 | 3264 | 404 | 201 | 423 | 375 | 486 | 146 | 383 | 546 | 396 | 3360 | 6624 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 727013 yards6413 metersCR 73.8Bogey 98.1Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 49.1 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 49.0 · Slope 127
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 3 | — | 10 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 343 | 557 | 167 | 435 | 514 | 372 | 207 | 397 | 453 | 3445 | 425 | 233 | 459 | 393 | 498 | 160 | 403 | 577 | 420 | 3568 | 7013 |
R
Ross Tee
Gender: MalePar 726857 yards6270 metersCR 72.7Bogey 96.9Slope 130
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.5 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 48.4 · Slope 127
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 3 | — | 10 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 343 | 557 | 167 | 403 | 514 | 372 | 197 | 397 | 431 | 3381 | 425 | 201 | 423 | 393 | 498 | 160 | 403 | 577 | 396 | 3476 | 6857 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for North
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 profile51% match
For Gold tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
68% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring19%
Alignment14%
51% match
For Gold tees
Thread the needle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills
Aim43%
Precision31%
Dispersion26%
13 Week Flagship Program for North
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for North. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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66% match
For Gold tees
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
20% match
For Gold tees
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
70% match
For Gold tees
Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision25%
Aim20%
Dispersion16%
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Get Started72% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment24%
Scoring16%
54% match
For Gold tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control21%
Alignment14%
70% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
76% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision21%
Dispersion17%
55% match
For Gold tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment22%
Distance Control14%
76% match
For Gold tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Precision24%
Aim20%
Dispersion15%
66% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy22%
Aim12%
75% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Precision16%
82% match
For Gold tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control26%
Scoring14%
63% match
For Gold tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Scoring38%
Aim16%
Accuracy14%
51% match
For Black tees
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
23% match
For Black tees
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
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Get Started23% match
For Black tees
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
65% match
For Black tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
45% match
For Black tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory18%
52% match
For Black tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory16%
43% match
For Black tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
51% match
For Black tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
71% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment20%
Scoring18%
67% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring23%
Precision18%
Accuracy15%
70% match
For Black tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring17%
Alignment13%
75% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Alignment21%
Distance Control19%
56% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy21%
Precision12%
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Get Started84% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision16%
Aim14%
74% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision18%
Aim16%
40% match
For Black tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Mechanics27%
Precision26%
Trajectory17%
70% match
For Black tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
70% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
67% match
For Black tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
70% match
For Ross tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control15%
Accuracy12%
68% match
For Ross tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment17%
Aim16%
62% match
For Ross tees
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision21%
Aim16%
Accuracy16%
53% match
For Ross tees
Fade or draw woods, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP9 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision19%
Scoring16%
63% match
For Ross tees
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
68% match
For Ross tees
Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion36%
Precision20%
Scoring19%
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Get Started43% match
For Ross tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
51% match
For Ross tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
75% match
For Ross tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion16%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about North
Get answers to common questions about playing North and what to expect.
How difficult is North for mid-handicap golfers?
North is regarded as a strategically complex layout. At 131.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 73.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at North?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6818 yards. The back tees extend to 7013.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at North?
With a course rating of 73.8 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 North and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 7013.0 yards, it requires solid mid-to-long iron play.
What type of course is North 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 North strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 7013.0 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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