Align eyes over the ball, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Manhattan Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
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
Manhattan Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Manhattan Country Club, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Manhattan Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Chip | Fairway | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Manhattan Country Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
scott@themanhattancountryclub.com
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Facilities
Location
1531 N 10th St, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA
Course Description
Manhattan Country Club is a private Members-only golf club in Manhattan, Kansas, offering an 18-hole championship golf course, dining, fitness, a swimming pool, and event spaces for banquets, weddings, and corporate outings. The club provides PGA instruction, a pro shop, driving range, and multiple amenities for members and guests. It serves the Manhattan, Kansas area with year-round access and a range of member activities and social events.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Smiley Bell
Opened
1916
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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 Manhattan Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Gold Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.6 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 49.0 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 11 | — | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 332 | 275 | 300 | 349 | 318 | 288 | 178 | 461 | 376 | 2877 | 164 | 330 | 316 | 137 | 503 | 373 | 313 | 128 | 299 | 2563 | 5440 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.5 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 47.2 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 11 | — | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 332 | 261 | 300 | 349 | 298 | 288 | 164 | 427 | 376 | 2795 | 142 | 320 | 316 | 137 | 405 | 359 | 282 | 121 | 299 | 2381 | 5176 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 55.6 · Slope 146
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.7 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 11 | — | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 355 | 275 | 404 | 374 | 318 | 390 | 178 | 461 | 390 | 3145 | 164 | 330 | 378 | 174 | 503 | 373 | 313 | 128 | 352 | 2715 | 5860 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Manhattan Country Club
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profileVary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick spot and trust, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Manhattan Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Manhattan Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSet up par or better, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFocus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedChip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMake Every 20+ Ft Putt
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Manhattan Country Club
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 Manhattan Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Manhattan Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Manhattan Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Manhattan Country Club presents a demanding test. At 135.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 74.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Manhattan Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5518 yards. The back tees extend to 5860.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Manhattan Country Club?
With a course rating of 74.6 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Manhattan Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5860.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Manhattan Country Club and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Manhattan Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 135.0 and yardage reaching 5860.0 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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