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Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Stoatin Brae
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
196
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Stoatin Brae Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Stoatin Brae, 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 Stoatin Brae
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Pitch | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short irons (9,8) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Chip | Fairway | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Stoatin Brae.
Contact Information
Facilities
Location
15579 E Augusta Dr, Augusta, MI 49012, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
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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 Stoatin Brae, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for BLACK
BLACK Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.9 · BR 54.7 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 51.3 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 3 | — | 14 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 331 | 202 | 413 | 429 | 395 | 520 | 200 | 317 | 545 | 3352 | 315 | 160 | 360 | 438 | 130 | 315 | 493 | 138 | 526 | 2875 | 6227 |
BLUE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 47.9 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 110
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 3 | — | 14 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 293 | 101 | 329 | 271 | 329 | 405 | 106 | 253 | 488 | 2575 | 266 | 137 | 224 | 350 | 110 | 194 | 416 | 99 | 465 | 2261 | 4836 |
GREEN Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.1 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 50.1 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 3 | — | 14 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 321 | 185 | 403 | 313 | 381 | 440 | 119 | 305 | 535 | 3002 | 295 | 152 | 355 | 389 | 125 | 308 | 457 | 128 | 496 | 2705 | 5707 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Stoatin Brae
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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% match to course practice profileMake Every 20+ Ft Putt
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Stoatin Brae
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Stoatin Brae. 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 · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedStick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Sink All Long Putts
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Stoatin Brae
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
Event #33 - Stoatin Brae GC (Fall Series
8/11/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Stoatin Brae
Get answers to common questions about playing Stoatin Brae and what to expect.
How difficult is Stoatin Brae for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Stoatin Brae technically exacting. The 132.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 75.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Stoatin Brae?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5532 yards. The back tees extend to 6227.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Stoatin Brae?
With a course rating of 75.0 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 Stoatin Brae and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6227.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Stoatin Brae 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 Stoatin Brae strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 132.0 and yardage reaching 6227.0 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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