Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Five Island Golf Course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
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.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
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.
Everything you need to know about Five Island Golf Course.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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14 N Lawler St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536, USA
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
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
H. W. Glissmann/H. C. Glissmann
Opened
1951
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Five Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Five Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Five Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Five Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Five Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profilePick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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.
Full 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Driver
Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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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Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedLand near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Five Island Golf Course and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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