Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Gold.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gold, 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 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to land a flop shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Everything you need to know about Gold.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
lipomafirs@yahoo.com
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10410 187th Street East
Lipoma Firs Golf Course is a recreational golf facility based in Puyallup, Washington. It operates a public-access golf course and supporting amenities for players and local groups, including tee time scheduling, tournaments and outings, and on-site services such as a pro shop and clubhouse for events.
golf course • public golf • recreation • golf tournaments • tee times • pro shop • clubhouse • event venue • golf lessons • outings
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bill Stowe
Opened
1989
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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 Gold hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Gold hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Gold hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Gold 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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% match to course practice profileFinish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gold. 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.
Full 53 days 73 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Hit Intended Line
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Short Game · Pitch
Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Full flagship program designed around Gold hole by hole data. Contains 53 practice days and 49 unique drills.
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Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedEscape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint flops, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Gold and what to expect.
Gold presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
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 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Gold 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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