Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Grand Haven Golf Club.
Total Programs
19
19 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Grand Haven Golf Club, 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 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Make 50 putts in a row.
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
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 Haven Golf Club.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bruce & Jerry Matthews
Opened
1965
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Grand Haven Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Haven Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Haven Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand Haven Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Curated selection of drills based on Grand Haven Golf Club 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 profileSquare the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Grand Haven Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 49 days 68 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Pick your line and stick it—woods accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
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Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedControl driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedStick to mid iron line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Grand Haven Golf Club and what to expect.
Grand Haven Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. 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.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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 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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