Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Emerald Lakes Golf Center

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Elk Grove, California, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees), 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 29%Precision 20%Aim 20%Distance Control 16%Accuracy 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.

17.5

Average HCP

9.5

Minimum HCP

30.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Sand Short

Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees).

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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nelsonhirst@csdparks.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

10651 East Stockton Boulevard

Course Description

Emerald Lakes Golf Course is a public golf facility located in Elk Grove, California, offering a full golf experience that includes tee times, a golf academy, lessons with PGA professionals, and specialized fittings. The course features programs for juniors and adults, leagues and clubs, and events with options to host tournaments. Amenities include Trackman Range, a shop, and access to online booking and lessons, emphasizing value and accessibility for players of all skill levels. The course aims to provide learning, practice, and playing opportunities at an approachable California venue with online scheduling and instructional offerings.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dr. Allister MacKenzie

Opened

1991

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.4(417 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees)

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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Sink More Putts Accurately

Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Commit to the aim, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Accuracy30%

Aim15%

Scoring14%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control17%

Accuracy12%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees). 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink More Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Aim27%

Distance Control22%

Alignment22%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy21%

Dispersion13%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy21%

Aim16%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

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

Short Game23-26 min15 HCP8 drills

Scoring35%

Accuracy16%

Dispersion15%

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Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Fade or draw wedges, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min25 HCP7 drills

Trajectory26%

Mechanics19%

Precision19%

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Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision15%

Trajectory13%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring30%

Precision16%

Distance Control15%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Trajectory15%

Aim15%

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2026

Prepare for Tournaments at Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees)

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

United States of America

Emerald Lakes Golf Course (Monday)

4/6/2026

Stroke

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Emerald Lakes Golf Course (Monday)

6/15/2026

Stroke

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Emerald Lakes Golf Course (Monday)

8/3/2026

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all

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 66.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees)?

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 Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 66, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 66 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) 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 Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) 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 Emerald Lakes (Alternate Tees) 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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