Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The Par-3.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Par-3, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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12700 Lodgetrail Drive
Lahontan Golf Club is a private golf facility and community anchor located in Truckee, California. The club offers a championship golf course and related amenities as part of the Lahontan community, along with connections to the Lahontan Community Association. It serves residents and members seeking a golf-centric, resort-style lifestyle in the Lake Tahoe region and surrounding Sierra Nevada area.
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Holes
27
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Weiskopf
Opened
2001
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on The Par-3 hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Par-3 hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Par-3 hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Par-3 hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Par-3. 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.
Full 49 days 68 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
See Shot Before Hit
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Short Game · Pitch
Save Par On Every Approach
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Vary your targets and hit within 2-3 yards
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
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Precision from tough lie, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par on approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The Par-3 and what to expect.
Players often find The Par-3 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 27.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
The Par-3 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.
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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