Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Houlton Community (Alternate Tees), 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 26%Scoring 23%Precision 22%Dispersion 16%Aim 11%
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.
18.1
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
32.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Houlton Community (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst woods shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Opportunities Discovery
Discover opportunities amongst woods undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Houlton Community (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
houltongolf@gmail.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
6 Country Club Drive
Course Description
Houlton Community Golf Course is a historic lakeside golf facility in Aroostook County, Maine, featuring a scenic 9-hole par-36 layout with a back 9 that can be played for 18 holes. The course offers gently rolling fairways, well-manicured greens, and multiple tee boxes to provide variety for players of all skill levels. Amenities include a driving range, cart and club rentals, a snack bar and lounge, and clubhouse rental for private functions. The course emphasizes a welcoming environment for both scratch golfers and beginners, with a focus on a pleasurable golfing experience in a rural Maine setting.
lakeside golf course • nine hole golf • par 36 • back nine • tee boxes • greens • aroostook county • maine golf • public welcome golf • driving range • cart rentals • snack bar • clubhouse rental • private functions • golf lessons • golf course aging • historic golf course • scenic golf • midcoast?
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1917
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Houlton Community (Alternate Tees)
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 profileChip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment17%
Scoring17%
Master touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Dispersion14%
Scoring14%
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Get StartedControl long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
14 Week Flagship Program for Houlton Community (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Houlton Community (Alternate Tees). 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Reduce Missed Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy16%
Land within 2 feet, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim19%
Precision19%
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring23%
Aim19%
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision23%
Aim20%
Master touch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision17%
Dispersion15%
Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control16%
Precision15%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Dispersion41%
Precision28%
Scoring13%
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision37%
Dispersion34%
Scoring17%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Houlton Community (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) technically exacting. 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 Houlton Community (Alternate Tees)?
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 Houlton Community (Alternate Tees)?
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 Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) 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 Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?
Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) 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 Houlton Community (Alternate Tees) 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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