Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Elkader Golf & Country Club.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
5
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elkader Golf & Country 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Everything you need to know about Elkader Golf & Country Club.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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24361 Gunder Rd, Elkader, IA 52043, USA
Elkader Golf is a public golf course and country club located in Elkader, Iowa. The facility offers an expertly manicured 9-hole (and related amenities) course, a historic clubhouse, banquet facilities, and on-site dining and bar service, with events and tournaments hosted year-round. It emphasizes customer service, social events, and wedding or special occasions, inviting both locals and visitors to experience golf in a scenic Northeast Iowa setting. The club provides memberships, tee times, and banquet rental options, and is open to the public from spring through fall.
public golf course • northeast iowa golf • golf course • banquet facility • wedding venue • tournament venue • clubhouse • dining and bar • tee times • membership options • special events • golf tournaments • open to the public • seasonal operation • golf club • hospitality • golf instruction • golf course maintenance • local recreation
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Opened
1963
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Elkader Golf & Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Elkader Golf & Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Elkader Golf & Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elkader Golf & Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Elkader Golf & Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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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% match to course practice profilePractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elkader Golf & Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 53 days 73 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Flop
Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedSand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Set a target, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Elkader Golf & Country Club and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Elkader Golf & Country Club challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Elkader Golf & Country Club is designed as a Parkland layout. 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.
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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