Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Gilwood Golf & Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
202
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
Gilwood Golf & Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gilwood Golf & Country Club, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Gilwood Golf & Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
DIY Course Easy
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
DIY Course Hard
Up to 5 players play hard-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Gilwood Golf & Country Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
gm@gilwood.ca
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Facilities
Location
Hwy 88 Connector, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A0, Canada
Course Description
Gilwood Golf Club is an 18-hole public golf course located in the Lesser Slave Lake provincial park near Slave Lake, Alberta. The club offers a boreal forest setting with lake views, a fully serviced pro shop, club and power cart rentals, and an on-site restaurant for after-round dining. It serves both local residents and visitors with facilities for tee times, events, camping, and a range of members’ options, including access to member tee times and tournament registrations.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Les Furber & Jim Eremko
Opened
1987
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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 Gilwood Golf & Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue/White Combo
Black Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 49.0 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 50.4 · Slope 137
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 360 | 380 | 173 | 525 | 350 | 190 | 555 | 360 | 390 | 3283 | 420 | 205 | 595 | 180 | 440 | 560 | 220 | 545 | 435 | 3600 | 6883 |
Black/Blue Combo Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 48.6 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 49.7 · Slope 138
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 380 | 160 | 525 | 332 | 190 | 540 | 360 | 383 | 3220 | 420 | 188 | 550 | 165 | 405 | 530 | 200 | 545 | 435 | 3438 | 6658 |
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.4 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 49.2 · Slope 137
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 370 | 160 | 514 | 332 | 183 | 540 | 347 | 383 | 3179 | 385 | 188 | 550 | 165 | 405 | 530 | 200 | 510 | 385 | 3318 | 6497 |
Blue/White Combo Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.7 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.5 · Slope 130
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 330 | 370 | 160 | 503 | 322 | 183 | 527 | 347 | 375 | 3117 | 385 | 140 | 550 | 165 | 385 | 475 | 165 | 510 | 340 | 3115 | 6232 |
Green Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 45.0 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 44.5 · Slope 122
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 310 | 340 | 105 | 445 | 280 | 155 | 450 | 320 | 320 | 2725 | 330 | 110 | 445 | 100 | 360 | 440 | 145 | 405 | 325 | 2660 | 5385 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.1 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 46.3 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 330 | 360 | 135 | 503 | 322 | 170 | 527 | 335 | 375 | 3057 | 355 | 140 | 470 | 140 | 385 | 475 | 165 | 475 | 340 | 2945 | 6002 |
White/Green Combo Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.9 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 45.1 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 330 | 340 | 135 | 445 | 322 | 155 | 450 | 320 | 375 | 2872 | 355 | 110 | 445 | 140 | 360 | 440 | 165 | 405 | 340 | 2760 | 5632 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Gilwood Golf & Country Club
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 profileRepeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Gilwood Golf & Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gilwood Golf & Country Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedLand 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set up for high shot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Gilwood Golf & Country Club
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 Gilwood Golf & Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Gilwood Golf & Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Gilwood Golf & Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Gilwood Golf & Country Club presents a demanding test. The 137.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 74.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Gilwood Golf & Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6134 yards. The back tees extend to 6883.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Gilwood Golf & Country Club?
With a course rating of 74.0 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Gilwood Golf & Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6883.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Gilwood Golf & Country Club 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 Gilwood Golf & Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 137.0 and yardage reaching 6883.0 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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