Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Napol.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Napol, 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.
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.
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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 two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
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Golf Waterloo is a Quebec-based golf club offering two 18-hole courses, Le Waterloo and Le Napoléon, renowned for their unique landscapes and thoughtfully designed holes. Located in the Cantons de l’Est, about 55 minutes from Montreal, it provides a scenic, nature-rich setting with a focus on eco-responsible practices and high-quality experiences. The club hosts provincial championships, weddings and banquets, memberships, and seasonal promotions, making it a versatile destination for golfers and events. Open year-round with summer and winter operations and a strong emphasis on curation of experiences for players of all levels.
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Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bill Dolgos
Opened
1991
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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 Napol hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Napol hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Napol hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Napol hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
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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% match to course practice profileVisualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Napol. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 57 days 78 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Sand
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Chip
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feel the distance: control your woods rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
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Get StartedBuild drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Master touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control short iron height, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Napol and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Napol challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. 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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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