Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Glencoe Golf & Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

46

46 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

190

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

Lakes/Slopes Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakes/Slopes, 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 31%Precision 19%Distance Control 19%Aim 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.

21.5
Average HCP
13.1
Minimum HCP
36.5
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lakes/Slopes

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Diagram for Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for Driver | Around the Stick
Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lakes/Slopes.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

golf@glencoe.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

31002 Elbow River Drive SW

Course Description

Glencoe Golf & Country Club is a premier Calgary-area golf destination offering three courses—the Forest, The Meadows (two 9-hole courses), and Bridges 9—alongside extensive practice facilities, a golf shop, and dining options. The club provides expert instruction, golf services, and a range of winter activities for members, with a focus on a welcoming family atmosphere just outside Calgary near the Elbow River. It hosts weddings, corporate events, and private bookings, aiming to be members’ second home through exceptional service, social opportunities, and engaging events.

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Course Information

Holes

72

Par

70

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Opened

1984

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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 Lakes/Slopes, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for White

B

Black/Blue Tee

Gender: MalePar 706383 yards5837 metersCR 70.6Bogey 95.5Slope 134

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 47.7 · Slope 136

Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.8 · Slope 132

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par445343534354434345443570
Handicap371715911113581021812614164
Yardage398408503160367186563209366316044340920035817035756634637432236383

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakes/Slopes

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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% match to course practice profile
38% match
For White tees

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
38% match
For White tees

Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
74% match
For White tees

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim20%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
70% match
For White tees

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim24%
Distance Control18%
Scoring17%

11 Week Flagship Program for Lakes/Slopes

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lakes/Slopes. 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 13 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–37 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 43 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–53 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–77 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–86 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 93 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 9–103 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–116 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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51% match
For White tees

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%

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61% match
For White tees

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control20%
Alignment19%
Accuracy15%

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80% match
For Gold tees

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control22%
Aim19%
66% match
For Gold tees

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
70% match
For White/Gold Combo tees

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Aim28%
Alignment25%
71% match
For White/Gold Combo tees

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Aim19%
Distance Control17%
Scoring14%
65% match
For White/Gold Combo tees

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment25%
Scoring23%

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63% match
For White/Gold Combo tees

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy18%
45% match
For White/Gold Combo tees

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
48% match
For White/Gold Combo tees

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
72% match
For Green tees

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
51% match
For Black/Blue tees

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization21%

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55% match
For Black/Blue tees

Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy21%
Precision10%
80% match
For Black/Blue tees

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring36%
Alignment22%
Distance Control19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Lakes/Slopes

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 Lakes/Slopes

Get answers to common questions about playing Lakes/Slopes and what to expect.

How difficult is Lakes/Slopes for mid-handicap golfers?

Lakes/Slopes is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 134.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 70.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakes/Slopes?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5087 yards. The back tees extend to 6383.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Lakes/Slopes?

With a course rating of 70.6 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Lakes/Slopes and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6383.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Lakes/Slopes 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 Lakes/Slopes strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6383.0 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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