Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Grand Canyon University Golf Course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
182
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Grand Canyon University Golf Course, 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.
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Stop the ball inside the circle.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Everything you need to know about Grand Canyon University Golf Course.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
golfcourse@gcu.edu
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5902 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033, USA
GCU Golf Course is a public 18-hole golf facility in Phoenix, Arizona operated in partnership with Grand Canyon University. The course features a par 71 layout offering accessible play for beginners to experienced golfers, with opportunities for lessons, junior programs, and event hosting. It also includes the Lope House Restaurant as part of the clubhouse amenities and hosts a variety of community and university-related events. The facility serves the GCU community and local residents, providing an affordable golf experience in the heart of Phoenix.
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Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
William F. Bell/John Fought
Opened
1961
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Grand Canyon University Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gray
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.9 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.8 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 7 | — | 2 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 385 | 158 | 476 | 277 | 335 | 337 | 393 | 165 | 363 | 2889 | 437 | 152 | 372 | 131 | 270 | 302 | 315 | 365 | 428 | 2772 | 5661 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.3 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 46.9 · Slope 113
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 7 | — | 2 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 358 | 136 | 444 | 252 | 299 | 309 | 359 | 140 | 320 | 2617 | 394 | 114 | 344 | 111 | 239 | 268 | 273 | 328 | 391 | 2462 | 5079 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 52.3 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 52.0 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 7 | — | 2 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 413 | 169 | 520 | 292 | 350 | 362 | 410 | 173 | 375 | 3064 | 487 | 163 | 403 | 138 | 307 | 339 | 351 | 375 | 462 | 3025 | 6089 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Grand Canyon University Golf Course 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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% match to course practice profileVary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Grand Canyon University Golf Course. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedMix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check setup, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
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Get StartedCheck setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from tight lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Grand Canyon University Golf Course and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Grand Canyon University Golf Course challenges consistency. The 129.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 74.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5584 yards. The back tees extend to 6089.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 74.0 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6089.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 6089.0 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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