47% match
For Blue tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Elks Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
197
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
Elks Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elks 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.
Skill Distribution
Distance Control 26%Scoring 20%Precision 20%Aim 18%Dispersion 13%
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.
17.3
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
30.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Elks Country 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, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Elks Country Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
elkscc@frontiernet.net
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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
5113 63rd St, Columbus, NE 68601, USA
Course Description
Elks Country Club is a historic golf facility in Columbus, Nebraska, featuring a par-72 championship course with tree-lined rye grass fairways and true bent grass greens. It hosts regional events such as the Nebraska Open and offers multiple tee options to accommodate golfers of all skill levels. The club emphasizes a welcoming community atmosphere, with dining, clubhouse amenities, and membership opportunities supporting both casual and competitive play in the Columbus area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Dick Phelps
Opened
1965
Google Reviews
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⭐4.6(98 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 Elks Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady par four battles where tee distance unlocks iron chances but back nine lengths spike bogey traps on key stretches.Player meets repeating iron precision tests with par five birdie lures amid scoring squeeze.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726600 yards6035 metersCR 72.3Bogey 95.0Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 46.7 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 48.3 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 14 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 10 | — | 11 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 362 | 408 | 493 | 160 | 403 | 500 | 363 | 185 | 369 | 3243 | 354 | 146 | 335 | 527 | 445 | 510 | 380 | 210 | 450 | 3357 | 6600 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 725752 yards5260 metersCR 68.2Bogey 89.6Slope 115
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 44.8 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.8 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 14 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 10 | — | 11 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 342 | 375 | 460 | 130 | 370 | 455 | 343 | 140 | 340 | 2955 | 334 | 133 | 295 | 425 | 342 | 430 | 345 | 165 | 328 | 2797 | 5752 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 725369 yards4909 metersCR 66.5Bogey 86.8Slope 109
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 42.9 · Slope 105
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 43.9 · Slope 113
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 14 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 10 | — | 11 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 342 | 320 | 415 | 130 | 330 | 415 | 300 | 106 | 315 | 2673 | 334 | 119 | 295 | 425 | 342 | 430 | 280 | 143 | 328 | 2696 | 5369 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Elks Country 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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile40% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
73% match
For Blue tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min34 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim21%
Dispersion16%
74% match
For Blue tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Dispersion22%
Precision22%
Scoring15%
13 Week Flagship Program for Elks Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elks Country Club. 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)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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65% match
For Blue tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring37%
Precision22%
Aim12%
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Get Started69% match
For Blue tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
63% match
For Blue tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Alignment26%
Scoring23%
40% match
For Blue tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Mechanics26%
Precision26%
Trajectory16%
47% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
79% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring18%
Precision13%
72% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control19%
Accuracy16%
Dispersion14%
74% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
78% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment23%
Precision21%
55% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy26%
Alignment14%
78% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim15%
Scoring15%
77% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Aim22%
Dispersion15%
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Get Started39% match
For Gold tees
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
82% match
For Gold tees
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision22%
Aim18%
68% match
For Gold tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring22%
Aim16%
81% match
For Gold tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control20%
Aim17%
63% match
For Gold tees
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
48% match
For Gold tees
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
59% match
For Gold tees
Thread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Scoring16%
Mechanics13%
59% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment24%
Scoring15%
38% match
For Gold tees
Get square, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Alignment33%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control23%
74% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
55% match
For Gold tees
Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control20%
Scoring20%
75% match
For Gold tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control22%
Aim18%
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Get Started75% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Distance Control19%
Alignment16%
65% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control19%
71% match
For Gold tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP3 drills
Dispersion21%
Distance Control17%
Aim15%
43% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring25%
Distance Control15%
81% match
For Gold tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control26%
Aim20%
41% match
For Red tees
Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Precision37%
Alignment13%
66% match
For Red tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring22%
Accuracy17%
Precision16%
52% match
For Red tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control28%
Visualization21%
74% match
For Red tees
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Aim23%
Dispersion18%
Precision18%
61% match
For Red tees
Perfect short iron arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP5 drills
Trajectory31%
Scoring19%
Precision19%
65% match
For Red tees
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
51% match
For Red tees
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
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Get Started66% match
For Red tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control23%
Aim14%
68% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control17%
Accuracy16%
Precision15%
74% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control22%
Alignment20%
Accuracy19%
66% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring17%
Accuracy16%
54% match
For Red tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Dispersion18%
Alignment13%
2026
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Elks Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Elks Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Elks Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Elks Country Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 122.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 72.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Elks Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5984 yards. The back tees extend to 6600.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Elks Country Club?
With a course rating of 72.3 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 Elks Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6600.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Elks Country Club and how should I play it?
Elks 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.
What features make Elks Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 122.0 and yardage reaching 6600.0 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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