Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Elmwood Park Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

East 9 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East 9, 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

Aim 24%Scoring 22%Distance Control 21%Precision 19%Dispersion 12%

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.

Average HCP

10.7

Minimum HCP

35.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for East 9

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

Sand | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand Mid

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about East 9.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

2604 West Russell Street

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Larry Packard

Opened

1960

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for East 9

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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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt

Sink long putts, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min13 HCP4 drills

Distance Control41%

Visualization40%

Dispersion10%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Set a target, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills

Aim30%

Distance Control25%

Scoring15%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills

Scoring21%

Distance Control19%

Aim15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for East 9

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East 9. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hit Target Line On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills

Dispersion24%

Precision23%

Scoring20%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Hit Target Line On All Shots

Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Hit Target Line On All Shots

Align putter head, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min6 HCP3 drills

Aim40%

Scoring18%

Precision12%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control20%

Precision17%

Accuracy16%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Up-and-down contest, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min23 HCP9 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control21%

Accuracy16%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Dial in aim, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills

Aim30%

Distance Control14%

Precision14%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Distance Control17%

Dispersion17%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Aim29%

Scoring28%

Alignment17%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Prepare for Tournaments at East 9

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Augustana Spring Invite

4/6/2026

Stroke Play

Augustana University

NCAA Division II

women

Open for registration

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about East 9

Get answers to common questions about playing East 9 and what to expect.

How difficult is East 9 for mid-handicap golfers?

East 9 is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at East 9?

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 East 9?

With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is East 9 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 East 9 and how should I play it?

East 9 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 East 9 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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