Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Green Briar Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
177
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
Green Briar Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Green Briar 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.
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 Green Briar Golf Course
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.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
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.
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.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Green Briar Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
3379 Sage Lake Rd, Lupton, MI 48635, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jeff Gorney
Opened
1994
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Green Briar Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for GOLD
BLUE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 50.4 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 52.2 · Slope 133
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 7 | — | 14 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 290 | 363 | 288 | 111 | 339 | 301 | 508 | 151 | 307 | 2658 | 306 | 135 | 365 | 354 | 367 | 303 | 470 | 135 | 377 | 2812 | 5470 |
GOLD Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.6 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.6 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 7 | — | 14 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 263 | 336 | 260 | 108 | 310 | 296 | 479 | 121 | 262 | 2435 | 276 | 111 | 344 | 319 | 348 | 277 | 447 | 115 | 340 | 2577 | 5012 |
RED Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.2 · BR 44.3 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 46.2 · Slope 109
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 7 | — | 14 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 249 | 315 | 233 | 81 | 216 | 221 | 452 | 95 | 235 | 2097 | 244 | 87 | 273 | 294 | 315 | 258 | 394 | 106 | 301 | 2272 | 4369 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Green Briar Golf Course
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Green Briar Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Green Briar Golf Course. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Reduce 3-Wood Spread
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedStop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Prepare for Tournaments at Green Briar Golf Course
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 Green Briar Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Green Briar Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Green Briar Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Green Briar Golf Course challenges consistency. The 130.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 71.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Green Briar Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4920 yards. The back tees extend to 5470.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Green Briar Golf Course?
With a course rating of 71.9 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.
How long is Green Briar Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 5470.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Green Briar Golf Course and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Green Briar Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 130.0 and yardage reaching 5470.0 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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