Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know NMU.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for NMU, 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 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Up to 5 players play hard-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
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Northern Michigan University (NMU) is a public university located in Marquette, Michigan, established in 1899. Originally focused on teacher education, NMU has evolved into a comprehensive institution offering over 180 degree programs, including associate, bachelor’s, and graduate degrees, as well as certificates and diplomas. The university serves a diverse student body of over 6,500 students and is committed to community engagement through various research initiatives and cultural events.The campus features modern facilities, including the Superior Dome, the largest geodesic wooden dome in the world, which hosts athletic and community events. NMU also has a strong athletic program competing in NCAA Division II. The university emphasizes technology and innovation, having been the first public university in Michigan to provide technology packages to students as part of tuition. Overall, NMU plays a vital role in the educational landscape of the Upper Peninsula.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bruce Matthews III
Opened
1992
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on NMU hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on NMU hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on NMU hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on NMU hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on NMU hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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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 profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for NMU. 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.
Full 48 days 66 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand 10–25 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedEliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing NMU and what to expect.
NMU is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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.
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 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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
NMU 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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