Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Elkhart Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
91
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
Elkhart Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elkhart, 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 Elkhart
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Three Gates Dispersion [Long]
Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).
Sand | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Elkhart.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
1740 Farm to Market Road 1817
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Garnett Beard
Opened
1992
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Elkhart
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 line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Elkhart
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elkhart. 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 13.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedJudge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Elkhart
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 Elkhart
Get answers to common questions about playing Elkhart and what to expect.
How difficult is Elkhart for mid-handicap golfers?
Elkhart presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Elkhart?
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 Elkhart?
With a course rating of 70 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 Elkhart and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Elkhart and how should I play it?
Elkhart 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.
What features make Elkhart 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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