Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Olathea.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
79
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Olathea, 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 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Discover weaknesses amongst wedges shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
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23200 Great River Road
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Randy Leander
Opened
1984
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Olathea hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Olathea hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Olathea 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 Olathea 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 Olathea hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
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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Showing 15 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Olathea. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 60 days 81 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Mixed
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedImprove accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Olathea and what to expect.
Olathea 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 36.
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 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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Olathea 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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