Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Par - 3 (5 Hole).
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
68
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par - 3 (5 Hole), 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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
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.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
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Olds Golf Club is a championship golf course located in Olds, Central Alberta, Canada. It is a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship while delivering affordable, family-friendly golf. The club offers a full-suite of amenities including a clubhouse, pro shop, driving range, putting green, and a par-3 course, along with memberships, lessons, and various events. Visitors can book tee times via Chronogolf and explore the course flyover to preview the layout.
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Holes
23
Par
15
Type
Parkland
Architect
Gary McCullough
Opened
1990
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Par - 3 (5 Hole) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Par - 3 (5 Hole) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Par - 3 (5 Hole) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Par - 3 (5 Hole) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Par - 3 (5 Hole) hole-by-hole data.
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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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Showing 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par - 3 (5 Hole). 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 47 days 65 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Flop
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Flop
Thread the gap: flop through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint flops, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot soft, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Par - 3 (5 Hole) and what to expect.
Par - 3 (5 Hole) is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 15.
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 15, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 15 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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