23% match
For Championship tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Glen Oak Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
177
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Glen Oak Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Glen Oak 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
Distance Control 29%Scoring 23%Precision 17%Aim 15%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.
19.2
Average HCP
10.4
Minimum HCP
32.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Glen Oak Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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.
Driving Range30 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Glen Oak Country Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
jjohnson@glenoakcountryclub.org
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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
21W451 Hill Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Course Description
Glen Oak Country Club is a member owned, private 18-hole golf and country club offering the finest in services and amenities.A salute to the courses of yesteryear, Glen Oak's traditional golf course is beautifully lined with mature trees, and vivid green fairways. Renowned for its impeccable condition and the speed of the greens, the scenic golf experience at Glen Oak is challenging, exciting and truly memorable.Glen Oak strives to be a club that today's active families can enjoy. The inclusive atmosphere and well-attended, year round social events make Glen Oak a great place to establish traditions and create lifelong memories of friendship and fun.
golf • country club • private club • family activities • social events • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Bendelow
Opened
1911
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.7(137 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 Glen Oak Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Championship
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady full-swing tests on long par fours and par fives that spike risk from off drives, while iron steadiness curbs bogey chances amid tough ratings.
C
Championship Tee
Gender: MalePar 726841 yards6255 metersCR 73.2Bogey 98.9Slope 139
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 49.3 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.6 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 11 | — | 2 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 432 | 399 | 200 | 409 | 530 | 157 | 591 | 303 | 351 | 3372 | 544 | 129 | 402 | 377 | 419 | 380 | 245 | 530 | 443 | 3469 | 6841 |
G
Gentlemen Tee
Gender: MalePar 726014 yards5499 metersCR 69.4Bogey 93.7Slope 130
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.8 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.9 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 11 | — | 2 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 415 | 360 | 165 | 365 | 468 | 125 | 499 | 282 | 325 | 3004 | 481 | 105 | 375 | 350 | 356 | 360 | 163 | 471 | 349 | 3010 | 6014 |
M
Member Tee
Gender: MalePar 726501 yards5945 metersCR 71.6Bogey 96.6Slope 135
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 48.1 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 48.5 · Slope 135
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 11 | — | 2 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 424 | 363 | 189 | 392 | 517 | 135 | 551 | 292 | 336 | 3199 | 539 | 110 | 385 | 360 | 409 | 371 | 209 | 501 | 418 | 3302 | 6501 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Glen Oak 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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile44% match
For Championship tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
64% match
For Championship tees
Hit intended line, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Precision19%
Alignment15%
64% match
For Championship tees
Turn into par saves, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Precision23%
Distance Control12%
10 Week Flagship Program for Glen Oak Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Glen Oak Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 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
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Feel Green: Control Rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
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66% match
For Championship tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control19%
Precision14%
59% match
For Championship tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
57% match
For Championship tees
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Scoring41%
Distance Control30%
Visualization24%
56% match
For Championship tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision27%
Scoring15%
Aim15%
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Get Started45% match
For Championship tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization34%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control20%
57% match
For Championship tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment34%
Distance Control14%
Aim13%
53% match
For Championship tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring20%
Alignment13%
69% match
For Championship tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For Championship tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment29%
Precision20%
70% match
For Championship tees
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Precision24%
Aim20%
Alignment19%
66% match
For Championship tees
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy14%
81% match
For Championship tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision28%
Dispersion15%
76% match
For Championship tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control23%
Aim14%
62% match
For Gentlemen tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment25%
Scoring17%
51% match
For Gentlemen tees
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Alignment26%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control23%
53% match
For Gentlemen tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
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Get Started43% match
For Gentlemen tees
Perfect short iron arc, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
58% match
For Gentlemen tees
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
44% match
For Gentlemen tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
51% match
For Gentlemen tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Dispersion26%
Visualization26%
54% match
For Gentlemen tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment29%
Scoring25%
Aim23%
61% match
For Gentlemen tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy18%
Alignment16%
69% match
For Gentlemen tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
72% match
For Gentlemen tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision27%
Scoring17%
48% match
For Gentlemen tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring39%
Aim18%
Alignment15%
53% match
For Gentlemen tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim35%
Alignment20%
Scoring15%
54% match
For Gentlemen tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control20%
Scoring16%
80% match
For Gentlemen tees
Turn into birdies, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control18%
Aim15%
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Get Started70% match
For Gentlemen tees
Vary landing spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision29%
Scoring18%
62% match
For Gentlemen tees
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy18%
Aim15%
44% match
For Member tees
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
50% match
For Member tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy29%
Green Reading9%
73% match
For Member tees
Chip through gate, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Aim35%
Distance Control26%
Precision16%
74% match
For Member tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim19%
Dispersion13%
68% match
For Member tees
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
17% match
For Member tees
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
71% match
For Member tees
Turn into birdies, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP6 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion18%
Distance Control18%
44% match
For Member tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
51% match
For Member tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
50% match
For Member tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Scoring29%
Alignment23%
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Get Started62% match
For Member tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy20%
Precision14%
79% match
For Member tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision15%
Dispersion15%
70% match
For Member tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring21%
Accuracy15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Glen Oak Country Club
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Oak Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Glen Oak Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Glen Oak Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Glen Oak Country Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. A slope rating of 139.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 73.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Glen Oak Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6428 yards. The back tees extend to 6841.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Glen Oak Country Club?
With a course rating of 73.2 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 Glen Oak Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6841.0 yards at maximum length, distance control plays a central role in scoring.
What type of course is Glen Oak Country Club and how should I play it?
Glen Oak Country Club 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 Glen Oak Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 139.0 and yardage reaching 6841.0 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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