52% match
For TEE II/III tees
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forest Lake Cc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
200
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 Lake Cc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forest Lake Cc, 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 27%Scoring 23%Aim 18%Precision 17%Alignment 12%
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.
18.1
Average HCP
10.8
Minimum HCP
30.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forest Lake Cc
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: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forest Lake Cc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
tstrychar@flcc.us
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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
1401 Club Dr, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302, USA
Course Description
Forest Lake Country Club, founded in 1926, was created on 125 of the most scenic acres in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Its crown jewel, the mature 18-hole golf course, redesigned by the world-renowned golf course architect, Arthur Hills, provides a challenge for golfers of all abilities. Known for its signature small, well-protected greens and naturally contoured fairways, golfers experience an ambiance of serenity and tranquility in the company of friends while enjoying the essence of the sport the way it was meant to be played. In addition to its golf masterpiece, Forest Lake Country Club features a newly renovated Clubhouse with extensive meeting and banquet facilities, staffed locker rooms, a pro shop offering the latest tennis and golf apparel and equipment, a 3,000 square foot fully equipped fitness center, a state of the art swimming pool and tennis courts overlooking Forest Lake, along with a volleyball court and a children's playground. Members of all ages enjoy the outstanding instructional and competitive programs along with numerous social events throughout the year.Come visit Forest Lake Country Club, an exclusive country club striving to exceed its members needs for social, business and recreational functions in a family friendly environment. Discover why Forest Lake is the country club for you!
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
William Diddel/Arthur Hills
Opened
1926
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(138 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 Forest Lake Cc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for TEE II/III
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure on iron accuracy for short par fours and par threes, while back nine builds bogey risks on demanding par fours and fives from slight errors.
T
TEE I Tee
Gender: MalePar 716272 yards5735 metersCR 71.4Bogey 95.7Slope 130
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.4 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.3 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 | — | 18 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 331 | 323 | 168 | 399 | 526 | 379 | 416 | 186 | 344 | 3072 | 131 | 343 | 389 | 370 | 326 | 391 | 520 | 206 | 524 | 3200 | 6272 |
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TEE I/II Tee
Gender: MalePar 715900 yards5395 metersCR 69.8Bogey 93.9Slope 129
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 46.4 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 47.5 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 | — | 18 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 288 | 285 | 168 | 376 | 471 | 346 | 416 | 167 | 344 | 2861 | 131 | 343 | 353 | 370 | 326 | 364 | 480 | 170 | 502 | 3039 | 5900 |
T
TEE II/III Tee
Gender: MalePar 715485 yards5015 metersCR 67.5Bogey 90.7Slope 125
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 45.3 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 45.4 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 | — | 18 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 288 | 243 | 148 | 376 | 406 | 331 | 408 | 167 | 330 | 2697 | 120 | 335 | 353 | 347 | 299 | 312 | 480 | 118 | 424 | 2788 | 5485 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forest Lake Cc
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile28% match
For TEE II/III tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started66% match
For TEE II/III tees
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control21%
Aim17%
70% match
For TEE II/III tees
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision24%
Aim17%
Scoring15%
12 Week Flagship Program for Forest Lake Cc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forest Lake Cc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 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
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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40% match
For TEE II/III tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
55% match
For TEE II/III tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
73% match
For TEE II/III tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring37%
Aim22%
Alignment17%
62% match
For TEE II/III tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion21%
35% match
For TEE II/III tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
80% match
For TEE II/III tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring24%
Alignment17%
59% match
For TEE II/III tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy25%
Scoring23%
Distance Control18%
63% match
For TEE II/III tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For TEE II/III tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring23%
Aim20%
76% match
For TEE II/III tees
Thread the needle, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control28%
Scoring18%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started62% match
For TEE II/III tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Alignment26%
Scoring20%
71% match
For TEE II/III tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy21%
Scoring21%
Distance Control18%
73% match
For TEE II/III tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision22%
Aim15%
59% match
For TEE II/III tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring23%
Aim17%
70% match
For TEE II/III tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision31%
Aim10%
57% match
For TEE I tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment22%
Accuracy18%
70% match
For TEE I tees
Work together for contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment33%
Scoring25%
Aim22%
52% match
For TEE I tees
Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
55% match
For TEE I tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
55% match
For TEE I tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Precision24%
Trajectory16%
63% match
For TEE I tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
28% match
For TEE I tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started35% match
For TEE I tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
76% match
For TEE I tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Aim24%
Distance Control23%
65% match
For TEE I tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy16%
Precision15%
63% match
For TEE I tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
75% match
For TEE I tees
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision27%
Alignment13%
73% match
For TEE I tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Alignment23%
Scoring21%
68% match
For TEE I tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring19%
Accuracy17%
64% match
For TEE I tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Aim22%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion16%
71% match
For TEE I tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control25%
Aim18%
70% match
For TEE I/II tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Scoring20%
Aim17%
Distance Control16%
72% match
For TEE I/II tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment24%
Scoring23%
74% match
For TEE I/II tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision22%
Distance Control20%
Alignment20%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started58% match
For TEE I/II tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
49% match
For TEE I/II tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory15%
57% match
For TEE I/II tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion18%
Precision16%
76% match
For TEE I/II tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment24%
Scoring18%
53% match
For TEE I/II tees
Check setup, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Accuracy28%
Distance Control26%
63% match
For TEE I/II tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
82% match
For TEE I/II tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Precision19%
56% match
For TEE I/II tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Aim29%
Dispersion16%
62% match
For TEE I/II tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim38%
Alignment25%
Scoring22%
60% match
For TEE I/II tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment19%
Accuracy18%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Forest Lake Cc
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
United States
Eastside Golf Championship at Forest Lake
7/19/2026
Tournament
Eastside Golf Championship at Forest Lake
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Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Lake Cc
Get answers to common questions about playing Forest Lake Cc and what to expect.
How difficult is Forest Lake Cc for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Forest Lake Cc challenges consistency. At 130.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 71.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forest Lake Cc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5878 yards. The back tees extend to 6272.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Forest Lake Cc?
With a course rating of 71.4 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Forest Lake Cc and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6272.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Forest Lake Cc 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 Lake Cc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 130.0 and yardage reaching 6272.0 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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