Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hiland Park Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days
Hiland Park Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hiland Park, 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 Hiland Park
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
DIY Course Easy
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
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.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hiland Park.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
195 Haviland Road
Course Description
Hiland Park is a wedding venue and public golf course located in Queensbury, New York. The club markets itself as New York State's leading wedding venue and offers a range of event spaces for weddings and intimate gatherings alongside golf facilities and public tee times. It provides course information, membership details, event hosting, and daily rates, serving both wedding clients and golfers in the region. The venue is positioned as a premier multi-use country club serving the Queensbury area with on-site payment and event services.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Stephen Kay
Opened
1989
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hiland Park
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 profileMake par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get square, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Hiland Park
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hiland Park. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedStick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Visualize perfect sand, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Hiland Park
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 Hiland Park
Get answers to common questions about playing Hiland Park and what to expect.
How difficult is Hiland Park for mid-handicap golfers?
Hiland Park presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hiland Park?
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 Hiland Park?
With a course rating of 70 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 Hiland Park and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Hiland Park and how should I play it?
Hiland Park is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Hiland Park 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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