Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Madrona Links Golf Course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
195
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Madrona Links 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.
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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 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Everything you need to know about Madrona Links Golf Course.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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+44 (0) 1250 872622
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3604 22nd Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335, USA
Madrona Links is a golf course located in Gig Harbor, Washington. Designed and built in 1978 by Ken Tyson, the course emphasizes a fun, user-friendly layout with well-manicured greens and a welcoming environment for all golfers. The venue offers tee times, memberships, and event hosting, along with on-site dining at the Bar & Grill and course photos and information for players. It serves local golfers and visitors in the Gig Harbor area, highlighting a community-focused approach to golf and social events.
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Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ken Tyson
Opened
1978
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Madrona Links Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 51.8 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.4 · Slope 118
| 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 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 73 |
| Handicap | 5 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 3 | — | 10 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 440 | 199 | 317 | 319 | 271 | 180 | 322 | 485 | 419 | 2952 | 322 | 323 | 155 | 385 | 256 | 439 | 378 | 145 | 260 | 2663 | 5615 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.3 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.3 · Slope 115
| 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 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 73 |
| Handicap | 5 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 3 | — | 10 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 440 | 178 | 317 | 319 | 271 | 162 | 322 | 485 | 361 | 2855 | 322 | 290 | 155 | 365 | 256 | 439 | 333 | 145 | 243 | 2548 | 5403 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 48.2 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 46.1 · Slope 110
| 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 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 73 |
| Handicap | 5 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 3 | — | 10 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 395 | 132 | 274 | 269 | 236 | 136 | 268 | 432 | 312 | 2454 | 278 | 277 | 110 | 365 | 236 | 366 | 304 | 96 | 226 | 2258 | 4712 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Madrona Links Golf Course 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.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Madrona Links Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedRoll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Madrona Links Golf Course and what to expect.
Madrona Links Golf Course presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 72.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5164 yards. The back tees extend to 5615.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 72.4 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.
Stretching to 5615.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 122.0 and yardage reaching 5615.0 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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