Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lake Shore Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Rochester, New York, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Shore Acres Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shore Acres, 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 30%Precision 21%Aim 20%Distance Control 15%Alignment 12%

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

29.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Shore Acres

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range30 min

Short irons (9,8) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge

Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Shore Acres.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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dawn@lakeshore-cc.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

1165 Greenleaf Road

Course Description

Lake Shore Country Club debuted in 1932, with a breathtaking location overlooking Lake Ontario. With spacious grounds and an informal atmosphere, Lake Shore remains the most unique Rochester golf course. Since it opened, Lake Shore has been, without interruption, the only golf club in Rochester with both membership and daily fee play.Whether you have been golfing your entire life, or have just begun to appreciate the game, Lake Shore Country Club offers a membership option that suits you. Our membership is made up of a diverse, yet compatible group of professionals, seniors, young families and singles. We provide a full schedule of events throughout the season for our membership; which includes organized golf tournaments, as well as weekly "show-up" games. With our warm, friendly atmosphere new members are made to feel welcome very quickly.Lake Shore features two courses -- an 18-hole championship course and a 9-hole executive course. We encourage you to request a tour of our facility, and welcome any questions you may have. For additional information about pricing and our application process, please call us at (585) 663-9100. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Calvin O. Black

Opened

1932

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.0(329 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shore Acres

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Control 9 Ft Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Check setup, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Alignment31%

Distance Control17%

Scoring17%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Shore Acres

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shore Acres. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Precision Short Irons

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision41%

Scoring35%

Alignment8%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Land inside 2 feet, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy35%

Green Reading13%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control24%

Scoring18%

Alignment16%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Sand from longer range, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills

Scoring24%

Aim19%

Accuracy18%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Shore Acres

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 Shore Acres

Get answers to common questions about playing Shore Acres and what to expect.

How difficult is Shore Acres for mid-handicap golfers?

Shore Acres is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 32.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Shore Acres?

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 Shore Acres?

With a course rating of 70 and par 32, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 32 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Shore Acres and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Shore Acres 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 Shore Acres 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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