Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ivanhoe Club

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Ivanhoe, Illinois, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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 , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Prairie 9 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Prairie 9, 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 25%Precision 20%Trajectory 16%Accuracy 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.

Average HCP

9.9

Minimum HCP

31.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Prairie 9

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Prairie 9.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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jhalama@ivanhoeclub.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

28846 North Thorngate Drive

Course Description

Ivanhoe Club is a private golf club located in Mundelein, Illinois offering three distinct nine-hole golf courses with family-oriented amenities and upscale facilities. The club emphasizes a community-oriented experience with dining, social events, and a range of sports including golf, tennis, and swimming. Recognized as a Distinguished Club by BoardRoom Magazine, it highlights exceptional member experience and a strong focus on member camaraderie and lasting memories.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dick Nugent

Opened

1991

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Prairie 9

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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Control Distance

Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Open up and fly, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills

Alignment30%

Distance Control24%

Accuracy20%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills

Precision23%

Distance Control20%

Scoring16%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Control mid iron arc, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP4 drills

Trajectory29%

Mechanics23%

Precision21%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Prairie 9

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Prairie 9. 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≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Wedge Distance Control

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Stop pitches near hole, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP8 drills

Distance Control30%

Dispersion14%

Precision14%

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Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Distance Control22%

Aim21%

Scoring18%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Distance Control18%

Scoring17%

Aim16%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills

Distance Control22%

Precision21%

Dispersion15%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Accuracy25%

Distance Control24%

Scoring22%

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Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill

Save par clutch, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP3 drills

Scoring52%

Distance Control30%

Visualization18%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Perfect mid iron flight, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP4 drills

Trajectory28%

Scoring22%

Distance Control14%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory16%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Prairie 9

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 Prairie 9

Get answers to common questions about playing Prairie 9 and what to expect.

How difficult is Prairie 9 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Prairie 9 challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Prairie 9?

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 Prairie 9?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Prairie 9 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 Prairie 9 and how should I play it?

Prairie 9 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 Prairie 9 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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