47% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Harbor Shores Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
209
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Harbor Shores Resort Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Harbor Shores Resort, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 22%Aim 17%Precision 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
15.6
Average HCP
9.2
Minimum HCP
27.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Harbor Shores Resort
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Harbor Shores Resort.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
800 Whitwam Dr, St Joseph, MI 49085, USA
Course Description
Located on the second floor of The Inn at Harbor Shores, The Spa at Harbor Shores faces Harbor Shores Golf Course and features a variety of services such as spa manicures and pedicures, massages, a selection of facials, blow outs for hair, cosmetic application, and cosmetic injectable procedures. Rounding out the guests' experience are luxurious changing rooms, an infrared sauna, and an elegant relaxation space.The Spa focuses on personalized attention in both the quaint, discreet spa setting or in the privacy of one's guestroom at The Inn at Harbor Shores. Tranquil, cool colors and soothing textures provide a welcoming escape for everyone from the business traveler, to the bride. The individualized service extends to a custom food and beverage menu featuring seasonal small bites and simple but interesting cocktails with a fresh, local flare.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Nicklaus
Opened
2010
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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 Harbor Shores Resort, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE ALTERNATE
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady precision tests through short par fours and tiny par threes that punish loose approaches while reachable par fives add layup decisions amid elevated slope pressure for bogey avoidance.
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 714842 yards4428 metersCR 69.3Bogey 99.1Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 50.3 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 48.8 · Slope 125
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | — | 8 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 307 | 93 | 251 | 109 | 444 | 296 | 276 | 272 | 460 | 2508 | 389 | 89 | 315 | 126 | 349 | 392 | 290 | 108 | 276 | 2334 | 4842 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715646 yards5163 metersCR 74.2Bogey 107.9Slope 143
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 55.2 · Slope 148
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 52.7 · Slope 137
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | — | 8 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 369 | 117 | 288 | 132 | 512 | 364 | 295 | 337 | 522 | 2936 | 423 | 109 | 364 | 154 | 394 | 446 | 352 | 137 | 331 | 2710 | 5646 |
W
WHITE ALTERNATE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715532 yards5058 metersCR 73.5Bogey 106.7Slope 141
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 54.0 · Slope 144
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 52.7 · Slope 137
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | — | 8 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 369 | 117 | 288 | 132 | 512 | 250 | 295 | 337 | 522 | 2822 | 423 | 109 | 364 | 154 | 394 | 446 | 352 | 137 | 331 | 2710 | 5532 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Harbor Shores Resort
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile43% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
66% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim36%
Precision16%
Distance Control13%
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Get Started51% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim36%
Alignment24%
Scoring23%
14 Week Flagship Program for Harbor Shores Resort
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Harbor Shores Resort. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Place Every 3 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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71% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
44% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
72% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision19%
Accuracy17%
78% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
45% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
59% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment29%
Aim10%
73% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy18%
Alignment15%
68% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control25%
Alignment16%
64% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion14%
59% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Alignment23%
Scoring21%
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Get Started65% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control20%
Alignment18%
73% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim17%
Dispersion16%
63% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control21%
Alignment19%
63% match
For WHITE ALTERNATE tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP4 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control27%
Dispersion19%
77% match
For WHITE tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment16%
Scoring16%
48% match
For WHITE tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim35%
Alignment28%
Scoring22%
73% match
For WHITE tees
Escape successfully, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control17%
Aim17%
72% match
For WHITE tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring26%
Precision16%
Distance Control13%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring25%
Trajectory18%
47% match
For WHITE tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory16%
43% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
45% match
For WHITE tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
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Get Started68% match
For WHITE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Scoring19%
Distance Control16%
62% match
For WHITE tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control22%
Scoring16%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For WHITE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring25%
Alignment19%
70% match
For WHITE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment14%
Precision12%
58% match
For WHITE tees
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment29%
Scoring28%
Aim26%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy22%
Alignment16%
75% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision21%
Aim17%
60% match
For WHITE tees
Save par clutch, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy30%
Aim11%
80% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy22%
Scoring16%
58% match
For BLUE tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control28%
Visualization20%
53% match
For BLUE tees
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
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Get Started68% match
For BLUE tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For BLUE tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
58% match
For BLUE tees
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Precision26%
Dispersion13%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim21%
Scoring19%
61% match
For BLUE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control24%
Alignment24%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Harbor Shores Resort
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 Harbor Shores Resort
Get answers to common questions about playing Harbor Shores Resort and what to expect.
How difficult is Harbor Shores Resort for mid-handicap golfers?
Harbor Shores Resort presents a demanding test. The slope of 143.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 74.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Harbor Shores Resort?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5244 yards. The back tees extend to 5646.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Harbor Shores Resort?
With a course rating of 74.2 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.
How long is Harbor Shores Resort and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5646.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Harbor Shores Resort 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 Harbor Shores Resort strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 143.0 and yardage reaching 5646.0 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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