59% match
For Forward tees
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dunes 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
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
Dunes Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dunes 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 26%Scoring 23%Precision 17%Aim 17%Accuracy 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.
17.2
Average HCP
9.2
Minimum HCP
29.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Dunes Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Dunes Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
caseycaid@chikamingcc.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
10600 Marquette Dr, New Buffalo, MI 49117, USA
Course Description
Chikaming Country Club is the premier full-service private club in the popular vacation area along Lake Michigan known as Harbor Country. Established in 1913, Chikaming has long been a draw for Chicago residents with nearby homes on the lake. The manicured, family-friendly 18-hole golf course situated amid a tranquil setting is highlighted by small greens that place a premium on quality iron play. Whether enjoying the challenge of the classically designed golf course or the unique dining ambiance of the historic Shakespeare House, members and guests are treated to a truly nostalgic golf and dining experience. Other club amenities include a practice range, dedicated short game area, two har-tru clay tennis courts, and a platform tennis court.
golf course • tennis • private club • dining • recreation • leisure • family-friendly
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1913
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⭐4.7(52 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 Dunes Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Forward
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course repeats the same nine-hole pattern twice forcing steady handling of par four tee pressures and par five reach choices where mistakes on top difficulty holes spike bogey risks from high ratings.This course repeats the same nine-hole pattern twice forcing steady handling of par four tee pressures and par five reach choices where mistakes on top difficulty holes spike bogey risks from high ratings.
B
Back Tee
Gender: MalePar 726998 yards6399 metersCR 75.4Bogey 102.6Slope 146
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 51.3 · Slope 146
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 51.3 · Slope 146
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 9 | — | 2 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 415 | 175 | 534 | 435 | 420 | 185 | 397 | 513 | 425 | 3499 | 415 | 175 | 534 | 435 | 420 | 185 | 397 | 513 | 425 | 3499 | 6998 |
F
Front Tee
Gender: MalePar 726302 yards5763 metersCR 72.2Bogey 97.8Slope 138
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.9 · Slope 138
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.9 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 9 | — | 2 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 398 | 146 | 495 | 399 | 341 | 135 | 359 | 507 | 371 | 3151 | 398 | 146 | 495 | 399 | 341 | 135 | 359 | 507 | 371 | 3151 | 6302 |
F
Forward Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724916 yards4495 metersCR 71.6Bogey 102.8Slope 132
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 51.4 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 51.4 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 9 | — | 2 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 294 | 146 | 386 | 312 | 273 | 95 | 240 | 455 | 257 | 2458 | 294 | 146 | 386 | 312 | 273 | 95 | 240 | 455 | 257 | 2458 | 4916 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Dunes 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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile26% match
For Forward tees
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
76% match
For Forward tees
Turn into par saves, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring21%
Trajectory12%
46% match
For Forward tees
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
12 Week Flagship Program for Dunes Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dunes Club. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
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
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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47% match
For Forward tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
40% match
For Forward tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
65% match
For Forward tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy27%
Aim12%
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Get Started65% match
For Forward tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Precision22%
Accuracy13%
61% match
For Forward tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring29%
Aim22%
Distance Control19%
68% match
For Forward tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control18%
Scoring13%
69% match
For Forward tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
80% match
For Forward tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring21%
Aim12%
59% match
For Forward tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment31%
Aim25%
Scoring22%
73% match
For Forward tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control19%
Scoring14%
82% match
For Forward tees
Hit intended line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Aim18%
Scoring18%
Distance Control18%
72% match
For Forward tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim28%
Scoring17%
69% match
For Back tees
Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
71% match
For Back tees
Turn into par saves, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy17%
73% match
For Back tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control39%
Scoring24%
Dispersion10%
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Get Started18% match
For Back tees
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
41% match
For Back tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
44% match
For Back tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
66% match
For Back tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Aim23%
Alignment23%
63% match
For Back tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Accuracy19%
Precision16%
77% match
For Back tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring19%
Aim14%
64% match
For Back tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment16%
Aim14%
70% match
For Back tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring21%
Alignment17%
71% match
For Back tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring22%
Accuracy18%
Distance Control14%
69% match
For Back tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
76% match
For Back tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring21%
Precision11%
69% match
For Front tees
Build putting confidence, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Precision27%
Aim27%
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Get Started79% match
For Front tees
Save par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Distance Control19%
Aim17%
Scoring16%
75% match
For Front tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
Precision14%
62% match
For Front tees
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control16%
Scoring16%
42% match
For Front tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Aim16%
65% match
For Front tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
63% match
For Front tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
41% match
For Front tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
44% match
For Front tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
76% match
For Front tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Aim19%
62% match
For Front tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control16%
62% match
For Front tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Precision21%
60% match
For Front tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring21%
Alignment19%
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Get Started72% match
For Front tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim22%
Scoring22%
Precision19%
69% match
For Front tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control23%
Scoring15%
63% match
For Front tees
Stop on a dime, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP4 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim13%
Trajectory12%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Dunes Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Dunes Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Dunes Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Dunes Club presents a demanding test. Its 146.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 75.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Dunes Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5957 yards. The back tees extend to 6998.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Dunes Club?
With a course rating of 75.4 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.
How long is Dunes Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6998.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Dunes Club and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Dunes Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 146.0 and yardage reaching 6998.0 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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