Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Old Orchard Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Old Orchard Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old Orchard, 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 32%Distance Control 23%Accuracy 20%Aim 11%Precision 11%

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.

18.7

Average HCP

9.8

Minimum HCP

35.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Old Orchard

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Old Orchard.

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

24682 County Road 16 East

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1966

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old Orchard

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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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Accuracy26%

Distance Control22%

Alignment15%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring30%

Precision16%

Distance Control15%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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17 Week Flagship Program for Old Orchard

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old Orchard. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 17 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Stick Every High Flop To Green

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Week 13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 14–16≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 16–17≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring34%

Distance Control30%

Alignment10%

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Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Turn into birdies, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy20%

Visualization12%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Visualize the line, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills

Aim27%

Scoring25%

Alignment14%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Accuracy33%

Scoring26%

Distance Control14%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into birdies, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control32%

Visualization24%

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Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout

Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills

Distance Control35%

Aim24%

Dispersion12%

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Old Orchard

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Old Orchard

Get answers to common questions about playing Old Orchard and what to expect.

How difficult is Old Orchard for mid-handicap golfers?

Old Orchard presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 61.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old Orchard?

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 Old Orchard?

With a course rating of 70 and par 61, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 61 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Old Orchard and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Old Orchard and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Old Orchard 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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