57% match
For Blue tees
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring37%
Precision28%
Aim17%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Elm Tree Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Elm Tree Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elm Tree Golf Course, 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 28%Scoring 22%Precision 18%Aim 15%Alignment 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.
18.8
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
31.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Elm Tree Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | 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
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Elm Tree Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
elmtreegolf@yahoo.com
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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
283 NY-13, Cortland, NY 13045, USA
Course Description
Elm Tree Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf course situated in Central New York, offering an inviting atmosphere for golf enthusiasts of all skill levels. The course features well-maintained fairways and greens, providing a pleasant experience for both casual and competitive players.
golf course • public golf • central new york • 18 holes • outdoor recreation • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Alden Jones
Opened
1966
Google Reviews
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⭐4.4(127 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 Elm Tree Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady short par four tests upfront before back nine ramps pressure via stout par fives and par threes forcing position-first decisions amid bogey temptations.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 716138 yards5613 metersCR 68.7Bogey 90.7Slope 119
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 43.2 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.5 · Slope 130
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 13 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 386 | 317 | 403 | 142 | 298 | 325 | 501 | 195 | 319 | 2886 | 417 | 389 | 195 | 418 | 185 | 433 | 515 | 355 | 345 | 3252 | 6138 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 714944 yards4521 metersCR 63.3Bogey 81.8Slope 100
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 39.9 · Slope 95
Back Nine · CR 32.2 · BR 41.9 · Slope 104
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 13 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 313 | 295 | 313 | 125 | 238 | 242 | 382 | 182 | 269 | 2359 | 335 | 339 | 113 | 290 | 150 | 365 | 426 | 289 | 278 | 2585 | 4944 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 715829 yards5330 metersCR 67.0Bogey 88.5Slope 116
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 42.6 · Slope 105
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 45.9 · Slope 126
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 13 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 378 | 304 | 392 | 128 | 280 | 318 | 496 | 193 | 310 | 2799 | 374 | 365 | 195 | 355 | 150 | 425 | 492 | 342 | 332 | 3030 | 5829 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Elm Tree Golf Course
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 profile57% match
For Blue tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
75% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment24%
Precision16%
65% match
For Blue tees
Check clubface, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Alignment28%
Accuracy20%
Scoring17%
10 Week Flagship Program for Elm Tree Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elm Tree Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Hit the fairway with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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54% match
For Blue tees
Control woods height, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision21%
Trajectory20%
Scoring19%
54% match
For Blue tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
73% match
For Blue tees
Test your setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Alignment30%
Scoring17%
Distance Control16%
71% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy14%
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Get Started69% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision21%
Accuracy20%
61% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control38%
Alignment26%
Aim9%
74% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Alignment23%
Aim20%
69% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy20%
Precision16%
71% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision19%
Dispersion14%
74% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring24%
Accuracy11%
85% match
For Gold tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment22%
Distance Control20%
Aim19%
72% match
For Gold tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control25%
Alignment11%
75% match
For Gold tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Alignment23%
Scoring20%
60% match
For Gold tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
55% match
For Gold tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Get Started66% match
For Gold tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control25%
Trajectory17%
72% match
For Gold tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim25%
Alignment25%
Distance Control21%
62% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment22%
Accuracy22%
61% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment17%
Aim17%
82% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision18%
Aim12%
73% match
For Gold tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment27%
Aim26%
Scoring21%
70% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy19%
Scoring16%
71% match
For Gold tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Aim16%
Dispersion14%
61% match
For Gold tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring24%
Distance Control17%
64% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy16%
Scoring12%
57% match
For White tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
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Get Started70% match
For White tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control19%
Precision14%
54% match
For White tees
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
52% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
55% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
53% match
For White tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics18%
Aim17%
65% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision19%
Aim14%
56% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Dispersion17%
Distance Control15%
61% match
For White tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Alignment22%
Scoring21%
61% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
80% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring15%
Alignment15%
72% match
For White tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control25%
Alignment13%
77% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim20%
Alignment20%
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Get Started60% match
For White tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control28%
Alignment21%
72% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
Aim13%
73% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision18%
Aim13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Elm Tree Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Elm Tree Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Elm Tree Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Elm Tree Golf Course presents a demanding test. With a slope of 119.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 68.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Elm Tree Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5541 yards. The back tees extend to 6138.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Elm Tree Golf Course?
With a course rating of 68.7 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Elm Tree Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6138.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Elm Tree Golf Course and how should I play it?
Elm Tree Golf Course 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 Elm Tree Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 119.0 and yardage reaching 6138.0 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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