Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Forest Hills Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forest Hills 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 21%Distance Control 20%Accuracy 14%Dispersion 14%
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.
15.5
Average HCP
8.9
Minimum HCP
26.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forest Hills Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Flat
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forest Hills Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golftheforest@alltel.net
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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
41971 Oberlin Elyria Rd, Elyria, OH 44035, USA
Course Description
Forest Hills Golf Course is a public, 18-hole golf facility operated by Lorain County Metro Parks. The course offers a driving range, a pro shop, and a snack bar at the clubhouse, with ongoing improvements and a focus on providing a fun challenge for golfers of all skill levels. Located in Elyria, Ohio, it also hosts golf leagues, lessons with PGA professionals, and events such as banquets and weddings. While the page notes the course is closed for the 2025 season, it provides information on future tee times, gift cards, and the E-Club for updates.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1960
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⭐4.2(146 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forest Hills 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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision24%
Alignment16%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy25%
Alignment18%
11 Week Flagship Program for Forest Hills Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forest Hills 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control21%
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring27%
Distance Control16%
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy25%
Precision14%
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control22%
Alignment21%
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Get StartedControl flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Forest Hills Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Forest Hills Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Forest Hills Golf Course 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 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Forest Hills Golf Course 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 Forest Hills Golf Course and how should I play it?
Forest Hills Golf Course 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 Forest Hills 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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