51% match
For RED tees
Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Alignment8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kensington Metropark Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
204
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Kensington Metropark Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kensington Metropark Gc, 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 25%Distance Control 24%Precision 17%Aim 17%Accuracy 15%
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.
18.4
Average HCP
10
Minimum HCP
32.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Kensington Metropark Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
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.
Driving Range43 min
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst wedges shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Short Game26 min
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Kensington Metropark Gc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
Rory.Obrien@metroparks.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
Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Pkwy, Milford Charter Twp, MI 48380, USA
Course Description
One of America's premier metropolitan park systems, the Huron-Clinton Metroparks have served the people of Southeast Michigan since 1940. Managed by the Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority, the Metroparks are made up of 13 beautiful parks along the Huron and Clinton rivers in Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties. Visitors enjoy a variety of activities from fishing, to swimming, boating, hiking, nature study, biking, golf, winter sports and so much more! In addition to offering high quality recreational opportunities, the Metroparks are committed to being stewards of our natural resources and providing exceptional field trips, programs and other educational opportunities on science, nature, history and the environment.They're your Metroparks. Stop by some time, and take a walk on our wild side.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
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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 Kensington Metropark Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for RED
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating wedge control tests on packed par fours with back nine par fours adding bigger bogey pressure from tougher slope setup.
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715232 yards4784 metersCR 70.6Bogey 98.6Slope 119
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 48.7 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 49.9 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 1 | — | 18 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 345 | 384 | 308 | 231 | 397 | 126 | 300 | 117 | 348 | 2556 | 291 | 300 | 153 | 340 | 393 | 142 | 339 | 357 | 361 | 2676 | 5232 |
R
RED Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715111 yards4673 metersCR 70.0Bogey 97.4Slope 116
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 48.2 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 49.2 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 1 | — | 18 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 340 | 379 | 302 | 225 | 391 | 120 | 295 | 113 | 342 | 2507 | 285 | 293 | 146 | 335 | 369 | 137 | 332 | 352 | 355 | 2604 | 5111 |
W
WHITE/GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715720 yards5230 metersCR 73.3Bogey 102.8Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.2 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 51.6 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 1 | — | 18 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 345 | 484 | 389 | 231 | 464 | 126 | 351 | 117 | 348 | 2855 | 369 | 300 | 153 | 372 | 444 | 142 | 367 | 357 | 361 | 2865 | 5720 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kensington Metropark Gc
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile49% match
For RED tees
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
50% match
For RED tees
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP8 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control30%
Visualization23%
77% match
For RED tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
14 Week Flagship Program for Kensington Metropark Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kensington Metropark Gc. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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71% match
For RED tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Precision19%
Distance Control12%
53% match
For RED tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
72% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment22%
Scoring22%
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Get Started61% match
For RED tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy25%
Alignment18%
Distance Control16%
68% match
For RED tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For RED tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring22%
Alignment17%
70% match
For RED tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control19%
Scoring17%
54% match
For RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring34%
Aim33%
Alignment13%
77% match
For RED tees
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy18%
Aim16%
65% match
For RED tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision15%
Scoring14%
70% match
For RED tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring23%
Aim14%
59% match
For RED tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control29%
Aim16%
70% match
For GOLD tees
Beat streaks, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Alignment17%
Accuracy16%
79% match
For GOLD tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy16%
Aim16%
74% match
For GOLD tees
Feel the distance, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Accuracy17%
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Get Started60% match
For GOLD tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
29% match
For GOLD tees
Get close to pin, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min32 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Trajectory22%
Mechanics19%
61% match
For GOLD tees
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
59% match
For GOLD tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim24%
Alignment16%
71% match
For GOLD tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control19%
Accuracy18%
Scoring15%
71% match
For GOLD tees
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
60% match
For GOLD tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Scoring19%
Dispersion16%
68% match
For GOLD tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy19%
Distance Control16%
Scoring13%
66% match
For GOLD tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Trajectory17%
Aim16%
40% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
64% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Aim33%
Scoring31%
Accuracy16%
57% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Vary landing spot soft, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment17%
Precision13%
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Get Started49% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
37% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
27% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory27%
67% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
42% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
60% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Set up for success, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment30%
Aim27%
Scoring25%
70% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control24%
Alignment15%
69% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Feel the distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Dispersion16%
Precision16%
58% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control17%
Scoring17%
59% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Aim24%
Distance Control13%
59% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment19%
Scoring18%
63% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control20%
Alignment19%
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Get Started68% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
46% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy28%
Alignment18%
71% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Aim18%
Distance Control18%
35% match
For WHITE/GOLD tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Kensington Metropark Gc
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
United States
Kensington Metroparks Summer Challenge
6/10/2026
Tournament
Kensington Metroparks Summer Challenge
women
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington Metropark Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Kensington Metropark Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Kensington Metropark Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Kensington Metropark Gc presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 73.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Kensington Metropark Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5416 yards. The back tees extend to 5720.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Kensington Metropark Gc?
With a course rating of 73.3 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Kensington Metropark Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 5720.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Kensington Metropark Gc 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 Kensington Metropark Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 5720.0 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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