Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Indian Mounds Golf Course

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Fairmont City, Illinois, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Indian Mounds Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Indian Mounds, 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 29%Distance Control 25%Aim 19%Precision 14%Dispersion 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.

17.2

Average HCP

9.9

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Indian Mounds

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row

Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land flop shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Indian Mounds.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

3500 Kings Highway

Course Description

Indian Mounds Golf Course is an executive golf facility located in Fairmont City, Illinois. Designed by Dave Murray and Jan Freiberg in 1995, the course features five par 4s and thirteen par 3s with tree-lined fairways, bent grass greens, and multiple water hazards. It emphasizes an affordable, friendly environment for players of all ages and abilities, including opportunities for family outings and tournaments. The club is conveniently near the St. Louis area, with hours seven days a week and seasonal adjustments as needed.

executive golf course • par 4s and par 3s • tree-lined fairways • bent grass greens • water hazards • peninsula green • tournaments • affordable golf • family outings • st. louis area • partners with local clubs • golf cart rental • clubhouse amenities • midwest golf courses

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dave Murray

Opened

1995

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Indian Mounds

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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Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Focus On Pace And Line

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Pick landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Scoring22%

Precision13%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

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

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring22%

Aim20%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Indian Mounds

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Indian Mounds. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Green getter: hit every mid iron to the surface

Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control28%

Visualization21%

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Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Save par clutch, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Scoring35%

Accuracy21%

Alignment19%

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Pick Landing Spot

Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills

Accuracy26%

Scoring21%

Aim15%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills

Distance Control29%

Alignment23%

Precision20%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min9 HCP4 drills

Aim27%

Precision21%

Dispersion21%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Control rollout, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Distance Control34%

Dispersion18%

Precision14%

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Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills

Trajectory30%

Mechanics23%

Precision21%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control24%

Accuracy21%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Indian Mounds

Get answers to common questions about playing Indian Mounds and what to expect.

How difficult is Indian Mounds for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Indian Mounds technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 29.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Indian Mounds?

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 Indian Mounds?

With a course rating of 70 and par 29, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 29 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Indian Mounds 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 Indian Mounds 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 Mounds 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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