Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Colonial Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Hart, Michigan, United States of America

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Total Programs

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

100

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

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

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Par-3 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par-3, 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 28%Precision 26%Aim 18%Dispersion 13%Distance Control 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.

16.7

Average HCP

10.9

Minimum HCP

29.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Par-3

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Putting18 min

Three Gates Dispersion [Long]

Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Par-3.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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colonialgc@yahoo.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

2763 North 72nd Avenue

Course Description

Colonial Golf Course is a 27-hole public golf facility located in Hart, Michigan. It features a 9-hole Heritage course, a driving range, and a clubhouse that houses Sully's at The Colonial, a seasonal bar and restaurant with patio and indoor dining. The club offers golf memberships and hosts events, tee times, and golf-related activities for both casual players and enthusiasts in West Michigan. The site highlights dining, memberships, and a welcoming community atmosphere for golfers of all levels.

27-hole golf • public golf course • heritage course • driving range • golf memberships • tee times • rates • golf events • dining • bar and restaurant • sully's at the colonial • hart michigan • west michigan golf • golf club • clubhouse • event hosting • public golf facility • golf lessons • junior golf • restaurant • bar • west michigan • sports recreation • recreational services

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jeff Gorney

Opened

1999

Google Reviews

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⭐4.6(201 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Par-3

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 18 Programs

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Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Scoring8%

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Save Par From 9 Foot Putts

Eliminate mental errors, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min5 HCP5 drills

Scoring29%

Precision24%

Aim23%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control20%

Scoring18%

Accuracy15%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring46%

Accuracy31%

Visualization11%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Par-3

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par-3. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Save Par From 9 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Dispersion21%

Distance Control21%

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Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Reduce Short Putts

Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision25%

Aim16%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Distance Control23%

Precision18%

Scoring15%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Distance Control21%

Alignment20%

Accuracy15%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Land softly, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills

Precision23%

Dispersion17%

Distance Control16%

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Land Within 2 Feet

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

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Keep Par Safe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills

Scoring30%

Aim29%

Alignment21%

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Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Test your setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Alignment35%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP4 drills

Scoring37%

Precision34%

Trajectory10%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision29%

Aim23%

Trajectory19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory15%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Par-3

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Par-3

Get answers to common questions about playing Par-3 and what to expect.

How difficult is Par-3 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Par-3 challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 30.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Par-3?

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 Par-3?

With a course rating of 70 and par 30, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 30 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Par-3 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 Par-3 and how should I play it?

Par-3 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 Par-3 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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