67% match
For GOLD tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment25%
Distance Control20%
Aim16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lucerne Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
168
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Lucerne Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lucerne Golf Course, 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
Distance Control 26%Scoring 24%Aim 18%Precision 17%Accuracy 13%
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.
19.8
Average HCP
12.2
Minimum HCP
32.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lucerne Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lucerne Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
gilliesc@aol.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
1 Main Rd, Holden, ME 04429, USA
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert Sparks/Wendell Russell
Opened
1998
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⭐4.3(163 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Lucerne Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for GOLD
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating compact par fours and reachable par fives that push aggressive irons but risk bogeys on tougher stretches. Symmetric nines create steady pressure for precise approaches and short game saves to post low scores.
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 726046 yards5528 metersCR 69.4Bogey 92.4Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.2 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.2 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 9 | — | 6 | 14 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 419 | 155 | 255 | 349 | 389 | 151 | 415 | 488 | 402 | 3023 | 419 | 155 | 255 | 349 | 389 | 151 | 415 | 488 | 402 | 3023 | 6046 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: MalePar 725294 yards4841 metersCR 65.6Bogey 87.8Slope 119
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 43.9 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 43.9 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 9 | — | 6 | 14 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 376 | 144 | 245 | 339 | 298 | 139 | 323 | 435 | 348 | 2647 | 376 | 144 | 245 | 339 | 298 | 139 | 323 | 435 | 348 | 2647 | 5294 |
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724608 yards4214 metersCR 67.0Bogey 95.2Slope 120
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 47.6 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 47.6 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 9 | — | 6 | 14 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 330 | 122 | 220 | 305 | 266 | 133 | 270 | 350 | 308 | 2304 | 330 | 122 | 220 | 305 | 266 | 133 | 270 | 350 | 308 | 2304 | 4608 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lucerne Golf Course
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile57% match
For GOLD tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control27%
Visualization21%
52% match
For GOLD tees
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP4 drills
Dispersion39%
Precision28%
Distance Control16%
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Get Started40% match
For GOLD tees
Control driver arc, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min31 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision26%
Mechanics22%
13 Week Flagship Program for Lucerne Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lucerne Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
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77% match
For GOLD tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Aim20%
Dispersion14%
17% match
For GOLD tees
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
70% match
For GOLD tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Scoring17%
Distance Control17%
60% match
For GOLD tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision28%
Alignment15%
69% match
For GOLD tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For GOLD tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Aim27%
Scoring17%
58% match
For GOLD tees
Thread the needle, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion16%
63% match
For GOLD tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Scoring25%
Precision13%
77% match
For GOLD tees
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion19%
76% match
For GOLD tees
Hit intended line, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Aim19%
Scoring19%
Dispersion16%
56% match
For GOLD tees
Pick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring29%
Alignment10%
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Get Started49% match
For GOLD tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Aim24%
Dispersion18%
27% match
For BLUE tees
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
76% match
For BLUE tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control18%
Precision14%
71% match
For BLUE tees
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Dispersion21%
Scoring18%
Aim17%
64% match
For BLUE tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Aim22%
Alignment20%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
35% match
For BLUE tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
63% match
For BLUE tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
69% match
For BLUE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Scoring22%
Alignment18%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision23%
Dispersion20%
63% match
For BLUE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision23%
53% match
For BLUE tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring27%
Alignment17%
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Get Started60% match
For BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment22%
Accuracy16%
60% match
For BLUE tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Alignment21%
Scoring18%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy25%
Scoring12%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion16%
Scoring14%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
74% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring24%
Precision11%
51% match
For WHITE tees
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
51% match
For WHITE tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization23%
69% match
For WHITE tees
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring18%
Precision16%
Alignment14%
63% match
For WHITE tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min9 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
65% match
For WHITE tees
Advantage from tee, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision17%
Dispersion14%
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Get Started79% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
60% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment22%
Accuracy22%
69% match
For WHITE tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For WHITE tees
Mix short game shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Accuracy26%
Aim16%
Scoring14%
73% match
For WHITE tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Distance Control22%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Lucerne Golf Course
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Lucerne Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Lucerne Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Lucerne Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Lucerne Golf Course presents a demanding test. With a slope of 124.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lucerne Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5327 yards. The back tees extend to 6046.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Lucerne Golf Course?
With a course rating of 69.4 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 Lucerne Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6046.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Lucerne Golf Course and how should I play it?
Lucerne Golf Course 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 Lucerne Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 124.0 and yardage reaching 6046.0 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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