Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Jato Highlands Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
181
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
Jato Highlands Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Jato Highlands Golf Course, 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 Jato Highlands Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Jato Highlands Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@jatohighlands.com
Giving lessons at Jato Highlands Golf Course? Get featured here.
Facilities
Location
175 Town Farm Rd, Lincoln, ME 04457, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Gardner
Opened
1999
Google Reviews
Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.
Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Jato Highlands Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
BLUE Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 45.7 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.3 · Slope 122
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 13 | 18 | 7 | — | 5 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 343 | 364 | 193 | 458 | 292 | 350 | 337 | 128 | 456 | 2921 | 207 | 437 | 469 | 390 | 168 | 448 | 146 | 338 | 428 | 3031 | 5952 |
GREEN Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.9 · BR 41.5 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 42.7 · Slope 110
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 13 | 18 | 7 | — | 5 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 311 | 295 | 169 | 400 | 215 | 257 | 241 | 112 | 348 | 2348 | 179 | 395 | 382 | 306 | 156 | 387 | 128 | 224 | 380 | 2537 | 4885 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 46.4 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 47.4 · Slope 113
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 12 | 15 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 11 | 18 | 4 | — | 6 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 16 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 269 | 289 | 153 | 302 | 211 | 253 | 237 | 104 | 348 | 2166 | 177 | 374 | 339 | 304 | 150 | 384 | 119 | 220 | 295 | 2362 | 4528 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Jato Highlands Golf Course
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.
Filter programs by category (select one)
Showing 49 Programs
% match to course practice profileSquare up, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Jato Highlands Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Jato Highlands Golf Course. 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)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSave par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFeel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Jato Highlands Golf Course
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 Jato Highlands Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Jato Highlands Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Jato Highlands Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Jato Highlands Golf Course technically exacting. The 120.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 69.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Jato Highlands Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5240 yards. The back tees extend to 5952.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Jato Highlands Golf Course?
With a course rating of 69.8 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 Jato Highlands Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5952.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Jato Highlands Golf Course and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Jato Highlands Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120.0 and yardage reaching 5952.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
Nearby Courses
Practice Programs for Nearby Courses
Explore practice programs for courses near Jato Highlands Golf Course. These programs are designed to help you prepare for your next round.
Barnes Brook Golf Course - Green Valley
West Enfield, Maine
Hillcrest Golf Club
Millinocket, ME
Hillcrest Country Club - Hillcrest
Montpelier, Ohio
Hidden Meadows Golf Course - Hidden Meadows Golf Club
Old Town, ME
Whitetail Golf Course
Charleston, ME
White Tail golf Course - White Tail
Charleston, Maine
Foxcroft Golf Club
Dover-Foxcroft, ME
Penobscot Valley Country Club
Orono, ME
Va-Jo-Wa Golf Course - Va Jo Wa Golf Club
Island Falls, ME
Same Architect
Courses by Tom Gardner
Explore other courses designed by Tom Gardner. These courses share similar design philosophies and architectural features.
Jato Highlands Golf Course
Jato Highlands Golf Course
Lincoln, ME

