Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shadow Lake Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Penfield, New York, United States of America

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Total Programs

12 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

Main Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Main, 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 30%Distance Control 24%Precision 20%Aim 14%Trajectory 9%

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.

21.8

Average HCP

10.1

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Main

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

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Main.

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

1850 Five Mile Line Road

Course Description

Shadow Lake Golf & Racquet Club is a public recreation destination in Penfield, New York offering a 27-hole golf facility with a clubhouse that features casual and fine dining. The club hosts weddings, banquets, outings, and tournaments, and also provides racquet sports including paddle tennis and pickleball. Visitors can book tee times, attend events, and enjoy the Grill & Tap Room as part of the onsite amenities. Located on Five Mile Line Road near Rochester, it serves families and organizations with a historic, scenic setting and comprehensive event services.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Pete Craig

Opened

1980

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.5(715 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Main

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 12 Programs

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Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Main

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Main. 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.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 15≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min22 HCP9 drills

Distance Control32%

Aim23%

Trajectory12%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Visualize the line, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills

Distance Control26%

Aim24%

Scoring18%

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Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Square up, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills

Alignment33%

Distance Control27%

Precision14%

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Make Par Around the Green

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring34%

Alignment19%

Distance Control17%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills

Precision27%

Scoring19%

Dispersion14%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control32%

Visualization21%

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Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Leave tap-ins, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min23 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Scoring24%

Mechanics11%

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Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Leave tap-ins, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP5 drills

Precision34%

Scoring30%

Mechanics9%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Main

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 Main

Get answers to common questions about playing Main and what to expect.

How difficult is Main for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Main technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Main?

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 Main?

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 Main and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

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

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.

What features make Main 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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