Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shelter Island Country Club

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Shelter Island Heights, NY, United States
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Total Programs

45

45 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

175

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

12

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

Session Durations

7

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Shelter Island Country Club Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shelter Island Country Club, 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

Distance Control 25%Scoring 20%Precision 20%Aim 17%Alignment 16%

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.

20
Average HCP
11.4
Minimum HCP
31.7
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Shelter Island Country Club

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

Diagram for Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4

Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Diagram for Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Short Game26 min

Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Diagram for Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing
Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel 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 Shelter Island Country Club.

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

26 Sunnyside Dr, Shelter Island Heights, NY 11965, USA

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

9

Par

33

Type

Parkland

Opened

1901

Google Reviews

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Scorecard

Course Scorecard & Tee Insights

Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Shelter Island Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Red

Tee Insight:This course plays like a quick-cadence iron accuracy exam with par threes every few holes mixing short par fours that turn drives into wedge pitches while low-handicap spikes raise bogey threats evenly front to back.This course plays like a quick-cadence iron accuracy exam with par threes every few holes mixing short par fours that turn drives into wedge pitches while low-handicap spikes raise bogey threats evenly front to back.
W

White Tee

Gender: MalePar 645024 yards4594 metersCR 64.8Bogey 84.6Slope 107

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 42.3 · Slope 107

Back Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 42.3 · Slope 107

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Par444333443324443334433264
Handicap931371711115510414818122166
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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shelter Island Country Club

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 45 Programs

% match to course practice profile
67% match
For Red tees

Hit intended line, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Aim32%
Alignment30%
Scoring13%

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10 Week Flagship Program for Shelter Island Country Club

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shelter Island Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 13 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–37 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–44 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–53 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–77 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–83 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Week 93 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 104 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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26% match
For Red tees

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Dispersion30%
Accuracy23%
72% match
For Red tees

Pinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision19%
Distance Control17%
Alignment15%
67% match
For Red tees

Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment21%
Accuracy16%
80% match
For Red tees

Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Scoring22%
Distance Control17%

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42% match
For Red - 9 tees

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

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
79% match
For Red - 9 tees

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim19%
Alignment19%
76% match
For Red - 9 tees

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring30%
Aim21%
Alignment16%
62% match
For Red - 9 tees

Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%

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50% match
For Red - 9 tees

Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment32%
Accuracy27%
86% match
For Red - 9 tees

Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control21%
Aim20%
73% match
For Red - 9 tees

Feel the green, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring18%
Precision15%
70% match
For White tees

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Alignment20%
Scoring17%
58% match
For White tees

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Distance Control24%
Visualization22%

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72% match
For White tees

Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Alignment28%
Aim25%
Scoring19%
77% match
For White tees

Feel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min31 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring24%
Alignment15%
76% match
For White tees

Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision23%
Alignment12%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Shelter Island Country Club

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelter Island Country Club

Get answers to common questions about playing Shelter Island Country Club and what to expect.

How difficult is Shelter Island Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Shelter Island Country Club challenges consistency. The 107.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 64.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 33.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Shelter Island Country Club?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3564 yards. The back tees extend to 5024.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Shelter Island Country Club?

With a course rating of 64.8 and par 33, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 33 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Shelter Island Country Club and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 5024.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.

What type of course is Shelter Island Country Club 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 Shelter Island Country Club strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 107.0 and yardage reaching 5024.0 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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