38% match
For Blue tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forbes Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
199
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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+6 more
Forbes Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forbes 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
Distance Control 28%Scoring 22%Aim 17%Accuracy 16%Precision 15%
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.
18.3
Average HCP
9.5
Minimum HCP
31.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forbes Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop 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
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forbes Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
tylor.mcneill@shawneecountygolf.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
700 SW Capehart Rd, Topeka, KS 66619, USA
Course Description
Forbes Golf Course is a golf facility located in Topeka, Kansas, offering daily rates, annual passes, private and junior instruction, leagues, and special events. The course provides tee time booking online and hosts a range of programs including men’s and senior leagues, as well as instructional services. Located at 700 SW Capehart Road in Topeka, KS, it emphasizes a complete golf experience for casual players and enthusiasts alike.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bob E. Baldock
Opened
1951
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.3(115 reviews)
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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 Forbes Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers identical challenges twice through symmetric nines, forcing repeated tests of iron accuracy into longer par fours and threes where errors easily cost strokes. Scoring stays tight only with consistent tee to green execution amid doubled pattern pressures.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 706406 yards5858 metersCR 70.6Bogey 94.0Slope 126
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 3 | — | 10 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 362 | 495 | 232 | 365 | 380 | 447 | 341 | 185 | 396 | 3203 | 362 | 495 | 232 | 365 | 380 | 447 | 341 | 185 | 396 | 3203 | 6406 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 705486 yards5016 metersCR 66.0Bogey 86.6Slope 111
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 43.3 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 43.3 · Slope 111
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 3 | — | 10 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 331 | 431 | 145 | 329 | 350 | 402 | 279 | 139 | 337 | 2743 | 331 | 431 | 145 | 329 | 350 | 402 | 279 | 139 | 337 | 2743 | 5486 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 706042 yards5525 metersCR 68.6Bogey 91.6Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 45.8 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 45.8 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 3 | — | 10 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 343 | 474 | 195 | 347 | 365 | 425 | 330 | 165 | 377 | 3021 | 343 | 474 | 195 | 347 | 365 | 425 | 330 | 165 | 377 | 3021 | 6042 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forbes 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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Showing 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
73% match
For Blue tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision21%
Accuracy15%
63% match
For Blue tees
Get square for strike, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Alignment31%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control18%
11 Week Flagship Program for Forbes Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forbes 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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33% match
For Blue tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision29%
Trajectory20%
59% match
For Blue tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Precision20%
Distance Control10%
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Get Started67% match
For Blue tees
Stop close from tight lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision17%
Alignment17%
54% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
46% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
53% match
For Blue tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment31%
Aim25%
Scoring22%
73% match
For Blue tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy22%
Aim17%
Scoring16%
66% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
51% match
For Blue tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment31%
Distance Control20%
62% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment14%
Scoring14%
51% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim35%
Alignment25%
Scoring25%
78% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring22%
Accuracy19%
50% match
For Blue tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills
Distance Control46%
Trajectory23%
Precision14%
62% match
For Blue tees
Pitch close, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Accuracy30%
Aim23%
Distance Control12%
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Get Started69% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment18%
Accuracy17%
46% match
For White tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
51% match
For White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
59% match
For White tees
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control16%
72% match
For White tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring19%
Accuracy16%
37% match
For White tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
43% match
For White tees
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
63% match
For White tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
45% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
46% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
69% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control25%
Alignment14%
65% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision23%
Distance Control21%
Scoring14%
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Get Started66% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring23%
Alignment19%
60% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion17%
61% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Scoring23%
Alignment21%
80% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy19%
Scoring19%
70% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP5 drills
Scoring23%
Dispersion19%
Precision19%
57% match
For White tees
Pitch close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment21%
Distance Control21%
55% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Precision34%
Aim25%
Distance Control14%
56% match
For Red tees
Pick your spot, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Aim20%
Alignment18%
62% match
For Red tees
Fly out and stop close, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min29 HCP4 drills
Aim33%
Distance Control33%
Scoring16%
59% match
For Red tees
Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring31%
Distance Control11%
64% match
For Red tees
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
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Get Started46% match
For Red tees
Get close to pin, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP9 drills
Precision32%
Scoring21%
Mechanics15%
56% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim28%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control18%
71% match
For Red tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control18%
Scoring14%
66% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control14%
Alignment12%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Forbes Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Forbes Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Forbes Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Forbes Golf Course presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forbes Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5946 yards. The back tees extend to 6406.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Forbes Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70.6 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Forbes Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6406.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Forbes 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 Forbes Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 126.0 and yardage reaching 6406.0 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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