44% match
For WHITE tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Northern Links Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Northern Links Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Northern Links Gc, 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 27%Distance Control 25%Accuracy 18%Aim 15%Precision 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.
17.8
Average HCP
9.4
Minimum HCP
30.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Northern Links Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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 | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Northern Links Gc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
northernlinksgolfcourse@gmail.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
7701 N Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA
Course Description
Northern Links Golf Course is a family-owned 9-hole par-36 golf facility located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The course features large greens averaging 7,000 square feet and a 3,300-yard layout, with Hole 2 offering an island green. The gently rolling terrain supports walking or riding and hosts private events at the clubhouse which serves snacks and drinks. Open daily from 7am to 7pm, April 1 through November 1.
nine-hole golf • par 36 course • island green • sioux falls golf • south dakota golf • large greens • golf for all ages • private events golf • clubhouse amenities • tee time reservations • walking or riding course • family-owned golf • recreational golf • sunrise and sunset views • golf • golf course • sports facility • recreation • outdoor activities • sports
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Marty Johnson
Opened
1998
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.1(88 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 Northern Links Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course sets up repeating short par four irons alongside long par three and five challenges that spike bogey risks from poor contact.
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725768 yards5274 metersCR 72.4Bogey 100.4Slope 119
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.2 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.2 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 11 | — | 4 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 511 | 163 | 327 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 440 | 306 | 348 | 2884 | 511 | 163 | 327 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 440 | 306 | 348 | 2884 | 5768 |
R
RED Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724800 yards4389 metersCR 67.0Bogey 92.4Slope 108
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 46.2 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 46.2 · Slope 108
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 11 | — | 4 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 443 | 96 | 233 | 280 | 100 | 275 | 422 | 254 | 297 | 2400 | 443 | 96 | 233 | 280 | 100 | 275 | 422 | 254 | 297 | 2400 | 4800 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725906 yards5400 metersCR 73.2Bogey 101.8Slope 121
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 50.9 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 50.9 · Slope 121
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 11 | — | 4 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 511 | 163 | 342 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 494 | 306 | 348 | 2953 | 511 | 163 | 342 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 494 | 306 | 348 | 2953 | 5906 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Northern Links Gc
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 profile43% match
For WHITE tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Control rollout, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring27%
Dispersion15%
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Get Started63% match
For WHITE tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy33%
Aim8%
12 Week Flagship Program for Northern Links Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Northern Links Gc. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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73% match
For WHITE tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Precision15%
Distance Control15%
58% match
For WHITE tees
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control21%
61% match
For WHITE tees
Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Scoring36%
Aim20%
Alignment14%
54% match
For WHITE tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
76% match
For WHITE tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control23%
Aim19%
62% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment22%
Accuracy20%
62% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For WHITE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control24%
Alignment21%
70% match
For WHITE tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Aim19%
Accuracy17%
61% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Scoring22%
Alignment15%
76% match
For WHITE tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
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Get Started70% match
For WHITE tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring30%
Trajectory16%
67% match
For WHITE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
78% match
For WHITE tees
Save par clutch, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy19%
Distance Control13%
61% match
For GOLD tees
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
43% match
For GOLD tees
Control rollout, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment26%
Trajectory15%
64% match
For GOLD tees
Dial in touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring29%
Aim10%
59% match
For GOLD tees
Pick your spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Scoring19%
Dispersion17%
13% match
For GOLD tees
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
66% match
For GOLD tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP3 drills
Dispersion32%
Scoring27%
Accuracy22%
70% match
For GOLD tees
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control23%
65% match
For GOLD tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Aim25%
Alignment18%
66% match
For GOLD tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control23%
Alignment16%
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Get Started62% 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%
63% match
For GOLD tees
Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment16%
Scoring16%
55% match
For GOLD tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim32%
Alignment26%
Scoring22%
57% match
For GOLD tees
Stick approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring26%
Alignment17%
69% match
For GOLD tees
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring20%
Precision17%
54% match
For GOLD tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control41%
Dispersion13%
Precision12%
49% match
For RED tees
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
62% match
For RED tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy15%
Alignment10%
65% match
For RED tees
Pitch close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control20%
Aim13%
65% match
For RED tees
Match clubface, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Alignment31%
Distance Control26%
Accuracy19%
63% match
For RED tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Precision20%
Dispersion13%
29% match
For RED tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim34%
Precision31%
Alignment17%
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Get Started83% match
For RED tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy16%
62% match
For RED tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Distance Control20%
Scoring20%
55% match
For RED tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy29%
Alignment22%
62% match
For RED tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For RED tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring22%
Alignment19%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Northern Links Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Northern Links Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Northern Links Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Northern Links Gc technically exacting. With a slope of 121.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 73.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Northern Links Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5353 yards. The back tees extend to 5906.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Northern Links Gc?
With a course rating of 73.2 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Northern Links Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5906.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Northern Links Gc and how should I play it?
Northern Links Gc 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 Northern Links Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 121.0 and yardage reaching 5906.0 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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