Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hidden Valley Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

47

47 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

185

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Hidden Valley Golf Course Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hidden Valley 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

Distance Control 27%Scoring 25%Aim 17%Accuracy 16%Precision 14%

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.

18
Average HCP
10.4
Minimum HCP
31.8
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Hidden Valley Golf Course

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
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.

Diagram for Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Driving Range31 min

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.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]

Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Hidden Valley Golf Course.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

📠

Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

✉️

Email

cnance@golflawson.com

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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 NE 184th St, Lawson, MO 64062, USA

Course Description

Hidden Valley Golf Course is a golf facility offering a championship-style course with public access, along with practice amenities such as a driving range and putting green. The site highlights various sections including course information, rates, and events, indicating a focus on both daily play and special events. Located under the Hidden Valley branding, the course provides an on-site experience for local golfers and visitors, hosting tournaments and community activities.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

Leo Johnson

Opened

1995

Google Reviews

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4.4(170 reviews)
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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 Hidden Valley Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Red

Tee Insight:This course delivers steady long par four tests that pressure tee accuracy and iron placement for low scores, eased by short par threes yet spiked by par five reach decisions where bogeys hide per handicap cues and ratings.This plays like endless par four battles demanding drive-and-iron precision amid safe short threes and tempting fives.
B

Blue Tee

Gender: MalePar 726665 yards6094 metersCR 72.0Bogey 93.3Slope 120

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 119

Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 46.3 · Slope 120

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par443434545365444343543672
Handicap371591311751110821618612144
Yardage439427165398188426454390513340063543543030212034616046437332656665

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hidden Valley 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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% match to course practice profile
25% match
For Red tees

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
43% match
For Red tees

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
56% match
For Red tees

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Alignment23%
Scoring18%

12 Week Flagship Program for Hidden Valley Golf Course

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hidden Valley 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.

Week 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–36 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–43 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–54 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–67 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–87 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 94 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 104 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–127 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

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65% match
For Red tees

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%

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43% match
For Blue tees

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
68% match
For Blue tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment24%
Aim20%
67% match
For Blue tees

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy22%
Scoring17%

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67% match
For Blue tees

Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment19%
Accuracy18%
71% match
For Blue tees

Vary landing spot, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring18%
Precision18%
65% match
For White tees

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
43% match
For White tees

Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%

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76% match
For White tees

Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy16%
Distance Control16%
Scoring15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Hidden Valley 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 Hidden Valley Golf Course

Get answers to common questions about playing Hidden Valley Golf Course and what to expect.

How difficult is Hidden Valley Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?

Hidden Valley Golf Course presents a demanding test. The 120.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 72.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hidden Valley Golf Course?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5798 yards. The back tees extend to 6665.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Hidden Valley Golf Course?

With a course rating of 72.0 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.

How long is Hidden Valley Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6665.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Hidden Valley Golf Course 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 Hidden Valley Golf Course strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 120.0 and yardage reaching 6665.0 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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