Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pleasant Run Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Pleasant Run Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pleasant Run, 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 Pleasant Run
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
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.
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pleasant Run.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
601 North Arlington Avenue
Course Description
Pleasant Run, Sarah Shank, and Whispering Hills are a trio of public golf courses in Indianapolis, Indiana, offering multi-course access, memberships, lessons, and events. The facilities provide tee times, golf carts, and a range of rates across the three courses, with a focus on delivering a complete local golf experience for residents and visitors. The courses feature classic designs with a history dating back to the early 20th century and host amateur and club events in the Indianapolis area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1922
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pleasant Run
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 profileCommit to the stroke, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Pleasant Run
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pleasant Run. 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Mixed
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Build drive streaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Pleasant Run
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 Pleasant Run
Get answers to common questions about playing Pleasant Run and what to expect.
How difficult is Pleasant Run for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Pleasant Run technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pleasant Run?
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 Pleasant Run?
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Pleasant Run 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 Pleasant Run 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 Pleasant Run 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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