Practice Programs

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Traverse City, MI, United States
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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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

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

Scoring 23%Distance Control 23%Aim 18%Precision 17%Accuracy 16%

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
Average HCP
10.4
Minimum HCP
31.1
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Elmbrook Gc

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Diagram for Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
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.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

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

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

info@elmbrookgolf.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

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

Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through precise irons on repeated short par fours and careful par five choices where errors swell scores quickly.Front nine amps risk with tougher overall demands than the back.
B

BLACK Tee

Gender: MalePar 726021 yards5506 metersCR 69.2Bogey 90.9Slope 117

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 46.5 · Slope 119

Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.4 · Slope 114

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par435444543364535344443672
Handicap117515131317918410216861214
Yardage351171487374379382511308215317831547418447314726924138036028436021

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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% match to course practice profile
68% match
For WHITE tees

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
78% match
For WHITE tees

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring17%
Aim15%

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.

Week 14 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 2–36 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 3–57 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–64 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–95 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 103 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–126 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–137 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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56% match
For WHITE tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Alignment28%
Scoring24%
77% match
For JUNIOR tees

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%

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67% match
For JUNIOR tees

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
80% match
For JUNIOR tees

Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring19%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy18%
56% match
For JUNIOR tees

Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control37%
Aim17%
Alignment16%
63% match
For JUNIOR tees

Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Alignment23%
Aim22%
Scoring19%

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65% match
For WHITE tees

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
40% match
For WHITE tees

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics30%
Precision29%
Trajectory18%
73% match
For WHITE tees

Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy18%
Alignment15%
68% match
For WHITE tees

Turn into birdies, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Aim30%
Distance Control13%
61% match
For WHITE tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Alignment19%
Scoring18%
78% match
For WHITE tees

Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy18%

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41% match
For BLACK tees

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
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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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