Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Elmbrook Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
204
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
Elmbrook Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elmbrook Gc, 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 Elmbrook Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Chip | Parallel 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 Elmbrook Gc.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@elmbrookgolf.com
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Facilities
Location
1750 Townline Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686, USA
Course Description
Elmbrook Golf Course is a public 18-hole golf facility located in Traverse City, Northern Michigan. Established for nearly six decades, the course features a par-72 layout with mature trees and scenic views of East and West Grand Traverse Bays, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors. The site offers a driving range, practice green, chipping green, and a clubhouse with the 19th hole for post-round refreshments. It serves golfers in the Traverse City area and emphasizes a classic Northern Michigan golfing experience.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1964
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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 Elmbrook Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
BLACK Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 46.5 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.4 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 9 | — | 18 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 351 | 171 | 487 | 374 | 379 | 382 | 511 | 308 | 215 | 3178 | 315 | 474 | 184 | 473 | 147 | 269 | 241 | 380 | 360 | 2843 | 6021 |
BLUE Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.1 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 43.8 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 9 | — | 18 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 343 | 161 | 467 | 321 | 339 | 366 | 485 | 285 | 170 | 2937 | 297 | 468 | 176 | 464 | 143 | 254 | 241 | 357 | 337 | 2737 | 5674 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.1 · BR 42.1 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 31.8 · BR 40.9 · Slope 98
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 9 | — | 18 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 302 | 142 | 388 | 268 | 271 | 340 | 417 | 264 | 142 | 2534 | 270 | 385 | 154 | 419 | 128 | 236 | 221 | 306 | 285 | 2404 | 4938 |
JUNIOR Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 29.1 · BR 40.7 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 29.2 · BR 40.6 · Slope 97
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 13 | — | 8 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 127 | 80 | 218 | 170 | 165 | 183 | 282 | 191 | 88 | 1504 | 172 | 257 | 102 | 194 | 128 | 154 | 160 | 143 | 195 | 1505 | 3009 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 49.6 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 48.5 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 13 | — | 8 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 302 | 142 | 388 | 268 | 271 | 340 | 417 | 264 | 142 | 2534 | 270 | 385 | 154 | 419 | 128 | 236 | 221 | 306 | 285 | 2404 | 4938 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Elmbrook Gc
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Elmbrook Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elmbrook Gc. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAvoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Elmbrook Gc
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 Elmbrook Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Elmbrook Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Elmbrook Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Elmbrook Gc challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 69.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Elmbrook Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4515 yards. The back tees extend to 6021.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Elmbrook Gc?
With a course rating of 69.2 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 Elmbrook Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6021.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Elmbrook Gc and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Elmbrook Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 117.0 and yardage reaching 6021.0 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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