Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control27%
Alignment22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Club Cordillera
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
59
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Summit Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 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
Scoring 27%Distance Control 24%Precision 19%Dispersion 15%Aim 13%
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.
9.7
Average HCP
4.4
Minimum HCP
22.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Summit
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Summit.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mhenritze@troon.com
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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
655 Clubhouse Drive
Course Description
The Club at Cordillera is a private, multi-course golf and social club located in Edwards, Colorado. It features Valley, Mountain, and Summit golf courses, along with racquet sports programs, private instruction, and a culinary minded membership experience. The club emphasizes member living and events under the management of Jonas Club Management (Powered by Jonas Club Software) and serves as a regional destination for golf, dining, and social activity in the Vail Valley area.
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Course Information
Holes
63
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Nicklaus
Opened
2001
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for 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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Showing 12 Programs
% match to course practice profileEscape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Dispersion22%
Precision16%
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory27%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
13 Week Flagship Program for Summit
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Summit. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Land 2 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Escape Every Bunker Successfully
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days
Short Game · Mixed
Land 2 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Maximize Short Irons In Regulation
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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Get StartedStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Dispersion18%
Distance Control17%
Turn into par saves, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Scoring34%
Aim23%
Accuracy15%
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion19%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control27%
Visualization24%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy18%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at 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 Summit
Get answers to common questions about playing Summit and what to expect.
How difficult is Summit for mid-handicap golfers?
Summit is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at 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 Summit?
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 Summit and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Summit and how should I play it?
Summit is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 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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