Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Highwood Golf & Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Heritage Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Heritage, 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
Scoring 25%Precision 23%Distance Control 21%Dispersion 14%Aim 13%
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.
18.3
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
34.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Heritage
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game23 min
Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand 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
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Heritage.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
greig@highwoodgolf.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
400 7 Street NW
Course Description
Highwood Golf operates a multi-course golf facility in High River, Alberta, featuring 27 holes across an 18-hole Championship course and a 9-hole Spitzee course. The club provides a grass driving range, expansive practice areas, a clubhouse and restaurant, and hosts events, leagues, tournaments, and memberships. Located just south of Calgary, it offers a full-service experience with a focus on family-friendly play, competitive golf, and social events in the Foothills region. The property also serves as a wedding and events venue with a picturesque setting beside the Highwood River.
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Course Information
Holes
24
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Opened
1958
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Heritage
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileStop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min26 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Scoring19%
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Get StartedStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Precision23%
Distance Control20%
Scoring16%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Heritage
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Heritage. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Set a target, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Aim28%
Alignment17%
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control41%
Precision13%
Scoring11%
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min18 HCP8 drills
Distance Control36%
Trajectory16%
Aim15%
Thread the gap, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion14%
Set up par or better, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring25%
Precision20%
Dispersion20%
Thread the needle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min11 HCP5 drills
Precision34%
Scoring30%
Dispersion13%
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Heritage
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 Heritage
Get answers to common questions about playing Heritage and what to expect.
How difficult is Heritage for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Heritage challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Heritage?
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.
What is considered a good score at Heritage?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Heritage and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Heritage 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 Heritage strategically challenging?
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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