Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs, 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 29%Distance Control 20%Accuracy 17%Precision 16%Aim 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.
16.7
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
32.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range30 min
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Tendencies Discovery
Discover tendencies amongst wedges raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
lakesidecountrygolfclub@gmail.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
418 Wilson Lake Ln, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901, USA
Course Description
Lakeside Country Golf Club is a family-owned, nine-hole golf course located in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. The club features a driving range advertised as the town's best, and offers a casual, local golfing experience within the Hot Springs area. It serves golfers in and around Hot Springs National Park with a focus on accessible year-round play.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
Shook Wilson
Opened
1973
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Business Claimed
⭐4.4(173 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileThread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control23%
Aim20%
Turn into par saves, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring29%
Aim22%
Alignment21%
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
15 Week Flagship Program for Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Reduce Wedge Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
Set up for success, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control21%
Accuracy18%
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy31%
Aim12%
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP3 drills
Accuracy21%
Aim20%
Scoring19%
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory17%
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP8 drills
Distance Control39%
Scoring27%
Trajectory15%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision36%
Dispersion27%
Distance Control17%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Precision21%
Dispersion21%
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics19%
Aim13%
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs
Get answers to common questions about playing Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs and what to expect.
How difficult is Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs for mid-handicap golfers?
Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs 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 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs?
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 Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs 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 Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs 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 Lakeside Golf Course, Hot Springs 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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