Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golfclub Heelsum
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Helsum Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Helsum, 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 Helsum
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land flop shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Helsum.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@golfclubdeheelsumse.nl
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Facilities
Location
Ginkelseweg 14
Course Description
De golfbaan van Golfclub Heelsum ligt in de Veluwezoom nabij Arnhem.De baan is één van de meest natuurlijke banen van Nederland op een ideale zand ondergrond. Hierdoor is de baan het hele jaar door goed bespeelbaar op zomergreens. Geïnspireerd door gerenommeerde klassieke heidebanen van een eeuw geleden in Schotland en Engeland is de baan opgezet.Landschap en golfbaan lopen vloeiend in elkaar over met als kenmerk ruige bunkers en droogdalen uit de laatste ijstijd. Golf zoals het oorspronkelijk bedoeld is! Een unieke ervaring van spelen in en door de natuur.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
35
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Helsum
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 profileStick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Helsum
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Helsum. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Line and Commit
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Escape successfully, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Helsum
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 Helsum
Get answers to common questions about playing Helsum and what to expect.
How difficult is Helsum for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Helsum challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Helsum?
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.
What is considered a good score at Helsum?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Helsum and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Helsum and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Helsum strategically challenging?
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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