Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Indian Hills Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
198
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
Indian Hills Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Indian Hills Golf Club, 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 Indian Hills Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Indian Hills Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
1959 Indian Hills Rd, Painted Post, NY 14870, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Walt McGill
Opened
1964
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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 Indian Hills Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 49.0 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.2 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | 5 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 424 | 387 | 185 | 540 | 470 | 162 | 469 | 385 | 390 | 3412 | 500 | 175 | 475 | 360 | 180 | 340 | 360 | 435 | 395 | 3220 | 6632 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 44.3 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 43.3 · Slope 108
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | 5 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 324 | 360 | 158 | 415 | 396 | 148 | 346 | 284 | 292 | 2723 | 485 | 149 | 360 | 308 | 158 | 328 | 330 | 331 | 244 | 2693 | 5416 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.9 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.1 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | 5 | 17 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 407 | 369 | 166 | 515 | 440 | 154 | 423 | 365 | 370 | 3209 | 490 | 155 | 460 | 344 | 170 | 333 | 339 | 402 | 388 | 3081 | 6290 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Indian Hills Golf Club
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profileCapitalize on makeable putts, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedLand within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Indian Hills Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Indian Hills Golf Club. 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 · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Control the arc: launch and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Beat streaks, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Feel the green, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize the line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedPitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Prepare for Tournaments at Indian Hills Golf Club
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 Indian Hills Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Indian Hills Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Indian Hills Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Indian Hills Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 72.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Indian Hills Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6024 yards. The back tees extend to 6632.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Indian Hills Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.2 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 Indian Hills Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6632.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Indian Hills Golf Club 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 Indian Hills Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 6632.0 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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