Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Grand View.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
92
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 View, 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 using an alignment mirror.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Everything you need to know about Grand View.
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+44 (0) 1250 872622
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2401 East 29th Street
Bright Grandview Golf Course is one of the oldest municipal golf courses in the country, located in Des Moines, Iowa. Established in 1902, the course offers a shorter yet rewarding layout with mature trees, domed greens, and notable elevation changes that require precise, strategic play. The club supports youth development programs, including PGA Junior League partnerships, summer camps, and youth initiatives, while also hosting golf outings, parties, weddings, and other events. Open to the public, it emphasizes a historic, community-focused golfing experience.
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Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Bendelow
Opened
1902
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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 Grand View hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand View 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 View 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 View hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Grand View 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 View 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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileSink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Grand View. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 55 days 75 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Match Clubface to Target
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Short Game · Pitch
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Full flagship program designed around Grand View hole by hole data. Contains 55 practice days and 47 unique drills.
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Match clubface, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize the path to the hole, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate mental errors, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square for strike, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Grand View and what to expect.
Players often find Grand View technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
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 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 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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