Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Northwood Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Northwood Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Northwood, 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 22%Precision 20%Dispersion 15%Aim 14%
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.
19.2
Average HCP
11.8
Minimum HCP
35
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Northwood
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Northwood.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
1391 490th Street
Course Description
Northwood Country Club is a historic nine-hole golf course located in northern Iowa, nestled between the Shellrock River. Known locally as “The Nasty Nine,” it offers a relaxed country ambiance with a course that challenges both beginners and low handicap players. Founded in the 1920s, the club emphasizes traditional golf experiences, with tee times preferred but not required, and it provides calendar updates for scheduling.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1923
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Northwood
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Match plan to shot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control33%
Visualization21%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring28%
Aim20%
Distance Control16%
14 Week Flagship Program for Northwood
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Northwood. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 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 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Precision22%
Distance Control10%
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get StartedThread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision36%
Distance Control17%
Alignment10%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim22%
Scoring21%
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision18%
Alignment12%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Scoring27%
Alignment20%
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy23%
Aim12%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Trajectory13%
Fade or draw woods, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP9 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision20%
Scoring19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Northwood
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 Northwood
Get answers to common questions about playing Northwood and what to expect.
How difficult is Northwood for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Northwood challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Northwood?
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.
What is considered a good score at Northwood?
With a course rating of 70 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 Northwood and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Northwood 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 Northwood strategically challenging?
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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