Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Fort St. John Links Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
20
20 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
91
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Fort St. John Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Fort St. John, 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 27%Distance Control 22%Precision 19%Aim 18%Dispersion 11%
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
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
28
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Fort St. John
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst wedges a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range43 min
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst wedges shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Fort St. John.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
links05@telus.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
12704 86th Street
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
John, Len & Jim Holland
Opened
1992
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Fort St. John
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 20 Programs
% match to course practice profileAvoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim17%
Dispersion15%
Feel the green, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control32%
Visualization24%
13 Week Flagship Program for Fort St. John
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Fort St. John. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Thread the needle, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min29 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Scoring22%
Mechanics11%
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Get StartedGet close to pin, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min28 HCP6 drills
Precision37%
Scoring23%
Dispersion11%
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring21%
Precision15%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring40%
Distance Control18%
Aim13%
Check setup, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Alignment30%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control28%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment15%
Scoring14%
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control23%
Alignment15%
Precision14%
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory18%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Get StartedMaximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Precision18%
Dispersion15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Fort St. John
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Fort St. John
Get answers to common questions about playing Fort St. John and what to expect.
How difficult is Fort St. John for mid-handicap golfers?
Fort St. John is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Fort St. John?
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 Fort St. John?
With a course rating of 70 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 Fort St. John 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 Fort St. John and how should I play it?
Fort St. John 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 Fort St. John 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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