Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pike Lake Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
84
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
6
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Lake Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lake, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lake
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 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 mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lake.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
gforrest@pikelake.com
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Facilities
Location
9625 Pike Lake Road
Course Description
Pike Lake Golf Centre is a family-owned resort and golf destination in rural Ontario, offering a 27-hole golf facility with two courses (Links and Lake) along with a full-service practice facility, a 20-room motel, cottage and trailer rentals, a clubhouse restaurant, seasonal campground, overnight camping, and year-round living options around a private spring-fed lake. Located near Mount Forest and Harriston, it combines golf, lodging, dining, and camping experiences for both seasonal residents and visitors. The venue emphasizes golf events, memberships, pro shop services, and family-friendly recreational activities in Ontario's countryside. The property highlights a multi-faceted leisure hub with seasonal operations and a long-standing family tradition dating back to 1961.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1932
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lake
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileAlign putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
15 Week Flagship Program for Lake
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lake. 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.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Short Game · Pitch
Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Short Game · Flop
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feel the distance: control mid iron rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Vary your targets and hit them every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedEscape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Lake
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 Lake
Get answers to common questions about playing Lake and what to expect.
How difficult is Lake for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Lake challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lake?
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 Lake?
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 Lake 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 Lake 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 Lake 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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