Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Emmental.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
70
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Emmental, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Hit 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Everything you need to know about Emmental.
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Golf Emmental operates as a Swiss golf club and course, offering an 18-hole course, a 3-hole academy, and a golf school with guest and member access. The facility emphasizes guest experiences, member services, and corporate golf events, supported by its proshop and on-site dining at Restaurant Altes Sumpfhaus. It provides online booking tools and facilities information such as layout, stats, and GEO certification details for sustainable golf development. Located in the Emmental region, the club serves local golfers and visiting players seeking a comprehensive golf experience in Switzerland.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Kurt Rossknecht
Opened
1999
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Emmental hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Emmental hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Emmental hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Emmental hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileAdjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Emmental. 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.
Full 47 days 65 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Chip
See your chip landing and rolling out—then execute
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Save Par On Every Approach
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedConvert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Emmental and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Emmental challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
With a course rating of 70 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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Emmental 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.
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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