Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Five Island Golf Course

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Emmetsburg, IA, United States

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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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Five Island Golf Course Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Five Island 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

Scoring 30%Precision 18%Distance Control 18%Accuracy 16%Aim 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.

16.6

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

30.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Five Island Golf Course

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Five Island Golf Course.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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THESHORES@EMMETSBURG.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

14 N Lawler St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536, USA

Course Description

The Shores at Five Island is a premier event venue and community center located on the west shore of Five Island Lake in Emmetsburg, Iowa. It features the Lakeview Ballroom with 4,330 square feet of space and lakefront views, capable of hosting weddings and other events for up to 330 guests or being divided into three meeting spaces, plus an outdoor veranda and a board room for smaller gatherings. The venue lists offerings for weddings, meetings, private parties, and community events, and is complemented by nearby Five Island Golf. Located at 14 N Lawler Street, Emmetsburg, IA, it serves the local region with comprehensive event hosting and related facilities.

wedding venue • banquet hall • event center • meeting space • conference venue • reception venue • lakefront venue • lakeview ballroom • outdoor veranda • board room • emmettsburg iowa • five island golf • community events • wedding planning • event hosting • corporate events • special occasions • receptions • banquets

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

H. W. Glissmann/H. C. Glissmann

Opened

1951

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.4(128 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Five Island 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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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots

Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Accuracy30%

Distance Control22%

Alignment18%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Alignment34%

Scoring26%

Aim24%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Five Island Golf Course

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Five Island Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Driver

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

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Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision23%

Mechanics19%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control24%

Alignment21%

Aim20%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Precision24%

Accuracy15%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring26%

Accuracy23%

Dispersion11%

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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 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Accuracy15%

Aim15%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Roll to tap-in range, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy34%

Precision9%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring35%

Precision19%

Distance Control12%

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Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Five Island Golf Course

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 Five Island Golf Course

Get answers to common questions about playing Five Island Golf Course and what to expect.

How difficult is Five Island Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?

Five Island Golf Course presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Five Island Golf Course?

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 Five Island Golf Course?

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 Five Island Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Five Island Golf Course 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 Five Island Golf Course 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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