Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forest Hills Golf Course
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Mansfield, Ohio, United States of America
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
62
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Forest Hills Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forest Hills, 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 26%Distance Control 26%Accuracy 20%Alignment 13%Precision 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.
16.7
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
29.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forest Hills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.
Driving Range30 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Longer)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range43 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Longer)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forest Hills.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
2235 State Route 430
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
56
Type
Parkland
Opened
1962
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forest Hills
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profilePitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills
Accuracy36%
Scoring17%
Alignment15%
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment36%
Scoring29%
Aim25%
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Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control26%
Accuracy15%
11 Week Flagship Program for Forest Hills
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forest Hills. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land 3–4 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Visualize the perfect sand shot, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
How many can you leave inside 5 feet?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control24%
Scoring20%
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy36%
Alignment23%
Distance Control18%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory18%
Scoring18%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Forest Hills
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
Get answers to common questions about playing Forest Hills and what to expect.
How difficult is Forest Hills for mid-handicap golfers?
Forest Hills is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 56.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forest Hills?
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?
With a course rating of 70 and par 56, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 56 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Forest Hills and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Forest Hills and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 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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