Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lakeland Golf Club

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St. Paris, Ohio, United States of America

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Lakeland Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakeland, 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 23%Precision 18%Aim 17%Trajectory 14%

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.

20.4

Average HCP

11.9

Minimum HCP

34.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lakeland

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

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

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.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lakeland.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

1772 Kiser Lake Road

Course Description

Lakeland Golf Club is a public golf facility offering an 18-hole championship course in St. Paris, Ohio. Opened in 1964 and expanded in 2002 to its current layout by designer Barry Serafin, the course features five sets of tees, generous fairways, and strategic bunkers with natural water hazards. The club hosts tournaments and outings and provides clubhouse amenities, including a pub and grill, for weddings, banquets, and community events. Additional services include trackman simulators and a range of golf leagues, with online tee times and an e-club signup for members and guests.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Barry Serafin

Opened

1964

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakeland

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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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring24%

Aim18%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Set a target, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Scoring16%

Distance Control14%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Dispersion27%

Precision17%

Accuracy16%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Lakeland

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lakeland. 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≤ 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

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills

Accuracy28%

Scoring24%

Distance Control18%

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Keep Par Safe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills

Aim31%

Alignment20%

Precision20%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Match swing to trajectory, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min24 HCP5 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision19%

Mechanics18%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min21 HCP5 drills

Trajectory29%

Distance Control22%

Mechanics18%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Lakeland

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 Lakeland

Get answers to common questions about playing Lakeland and what to expect.

How difficult is Lakeland for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Lakeland challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakeland?

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 Lakeland?

With a course rating of 70 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 Lakeland and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Lakeland 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 Lakeland 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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