Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ives Grove Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
11
11 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
56
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
9
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
4
3 days , 5 days , 8 days , 9 days
Blue/Red Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Blue/Red, 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 Blue/Red
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Flop | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land flop shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Blue/Red.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
chad@brownslakegc.com
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Facilities
Location
14101 Washington Avenue
Course Description
Ives Grove Golf Links is a golf course located in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, offering a scenic and challenging golfing experience. It provides amenities for both casual and competitive golfers, contributing to the local community's recreational activities.
golf course • recreation • outdoor sports • golf amenities • community • leisure
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Garrett & David Gill
Opened
1996
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Blue/Red
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 11 Programs
% match to course practice profileVary landing spot soft, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Blue/Red
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Blue/Red. 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.
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Flop
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Thread the gap: flop through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
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
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Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Open up and fly, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Blue/Red
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 Blue/Red
Get answers to common questions about playing Blue/Red and what to expect.
How difficult is Blue/Red for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Blue/Red 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 Blue/Red?
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 Blue/Red?
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 Blue/Red 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 Blue/Red and how should I play it?
Blue/Red 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 Blue/Red 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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