Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lockhaven Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Alton, Illinois, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Lockhaven Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lockhaven, 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 34%Distance Control 24%Precision 16%Accuracy 13%Visualization 11%

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.

19.3

Average HCP

11.9

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lockhaven

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Rough | Flat

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lockhaven.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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lexiew@lockhavencountryclub.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

Lockhaven Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert B. Harris

Opened

1955

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lockhaven

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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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Work together for contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring30%

Alignment27%

Distance Control18%

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Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Scoring34%

Alignment16%

Accuracy14%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Dispersion18%

Aim14%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Lockhaven

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lockhaven. 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≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 15≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization21%

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Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Distance Control26%

Accuracy22%

Scoring17%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring29%

Visualization16%

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Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Accuracy25%

Distance Control23%

Scoring17%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring31%

Accuracy22%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Control Short Iron Flight

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Aim16%

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Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Aim14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Lockhaven

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 Lockhaven

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

How difficult is Lockhaven for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Lockhaven challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lockhaven?

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 Lockhaven?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Lockhaven and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Lockhaven and how should I play it?

Lockhaven 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.

What features make Lockhaven 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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