Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shanty Creek Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

The Summit Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Summit, 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

Precision 25%Scoring 23%Distance Control 21%Aim 18%Alignment 10%

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.

18.9

Average HCP

12.1

Minimum HCP

32.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Summit

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Summit.

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

One Shanty Creek Road

Course Description

With four distinct villages, five championship golf courses, 42 downhill ski runs on Schuss Mountain, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, multiple dining options and over 36,000 sq ft of conference facilities, Shanty Creek has always been a favorite Up North Michigan destination. Shanty Creek Resort strives to provide an environment in which talented and devoted individuals thrive. We value our employees' talents, skills, and abilities and we seek to foster an open, cooperative, and dynamic team. At Shanty Creek we are working together to achieve our company commitment of creating memorable guest experiences while providing our employees with unwavering support. Mission & Values: Shanty Creek Resort is committed to providing our guests a unique Up-North Michigan experience. Our friendly, caring staff welcomes guests with exceptional service and old-fashioned hospitality. We believe honest, long-lasting relationships with our guests, employees, neighbors, and our surrounding natural environment allow us to grow our business.Vision Statement: To welcome and connect our guests with the natural magnificence of northern Michigan, inside and out, and do it better than anyone else.Guiding Principles: - The guest is our #1 priority.- Moral/ethical behavior is the foundation of all our actions.- Create lasting value by listening and learning. - Building relationships and friendships.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

William Diddel

Opened

1968

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Summit

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills

Distance Control28%

Precision25%

Scoring15%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills

Scoring33%

Aim22%

Accuracy16%

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12 Week Flagship Program for The Summit

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

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Up-and-Down Contest

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Close from Tough Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Precision Long Irons

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Set up par or better, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP8 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control21%

Precision17%

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Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision25%

Aim16%

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Close from Tough Lie

Pinpoint chips, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills

Precision26%

Distance Control21%

Alignment13%

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Up-and-Down Contest

Save par clutch, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills

Scoring31%

Aim24%

Alignment17%

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

Vary landing spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills

Distance Control35%

Accuracy16%

Alignment12%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Thread the gap, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP9 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion17%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint flops, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Precision32%

Trajectory16%

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Short Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Eliminate wild misses, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min11 HCP3 drills

Dispersion27%

Accuracy22%

Scoring18%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at The Summit

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 The Summit

Get answers to common questions about playing The Summit and what to expect.

How difficult is The Summit for mid-handicap golfers?

The Summit 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 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Summit?

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 The Summit?

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 The Summit and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is The Summit 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 The Summit 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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