Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for East/West at Rend Lake Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Whittington, Illinois, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+4 more

South Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South, 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%Distance Control 19%Precision 19%Aim 14%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.

12.7

Average HCP

6.4

Minimum HCP

26.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for South

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop 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

Short irons (9,8) | 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 short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Course Details

Everything you need to know about South.

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

12476 Golf Course Dr

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Larry Packard

Opened

1975

Google Reviews

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⭐4.6(159 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for South

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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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Read Subtle Breaks

Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control19%

Aim17%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint flops, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Precision34%

Aim24%

Distance Control15%

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13 Week Flagship Program for South

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Read Subtle Breaks

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Precision Short Irons

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring30%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy15%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 170-210 yards?

Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Make Par Around the Green

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring44%

Alignment25%

Aim13%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Accuracy25%

Scoring20%

Distance Control16%

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Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Pick spot and trust, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Aim30%

Distance Control22%

Trajectory22%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Scoring33%

Aim28%

Alignment20%

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Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range

Dial in touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Accuracy40%

Scoring40%

Green Reading13%

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Dispersion21%

Distance Control21%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at South

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about South

Get answers to common questions about playing South and what to expect.

How difficult is South for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, South challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at South?

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 South?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is South and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is South 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 South 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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