Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shooting Star Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Shooting Star Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shooting Star, 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 Shooting Star
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Chip | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Shooting Star.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
6765 North Crystal Springs Road
Course Description
Where the Old West meets the New West, at Shooting Star in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, you will find the most recently and critically acclaimed golf club in the Western United States. Set between the Snake River Ranch, a working cattle operation since the 1930s, and the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Shooting Star has one foot in Jackson Hole's rich ranching heritage and another in its newer incarnation as a world-class skiing and outdoor recreation area. Shooting Star employs the finest hospitality professionals in the Rocky Mountains to serve our members. We are a private club recognized by Platinum Clubs of America, and home to one of the top golf courses in the intermountain west. In addition, we boast a luxurious clubhouse that is home to a world class restaurant and spa. In the wintertime, Shooting Star transforms into a top destination for Alpine and Nordic skiing. Located at the base of the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, we operate a full alpine program for members. Our Nordic facility boasts 15 kilometers of track along the base of the Teton Range.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Fazio
Opened
2009
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shooting Star
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 profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Set sights, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Shooting Star
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shooting Star. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Can you hit your intended line from any lie?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedApproach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Shooting Star
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 Shooting Star
Get answers to common questions about playing Shooting Star and what to expect.
How difficult is Shooting Star for mid-handicap golfers?
Shooting Star is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Shooting Star?
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 Shooting Star?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Shooting Star 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 Shooting Star 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 Shooting Star 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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