Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
181
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
The Golf Club At The Highlands Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Golf Club At The Highlands, 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 The Golf Club At The Highlands
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Pitch | Perpendicular 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.
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Pitch| Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Golf Club At The Highlands.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
apinto@highlands-golf.com
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Facilities
Location
8136 Highland Glen Dr, Chesterfield, VA 23838, USA
Course Description
The Highlands is a master-planned, residential community in Chesterfield, Virginia, offering new homes alongside resort-style amenities and an 18-hole golf course. The development emphasizes lakefront living with neighborhoods around Lake Margaret and other named areas, plus recreational features such as canoeing, bike trails, nature trails, a pool, tennis, and on-site dining. It comprises a mix of custom-built homes from area builders and available lots, designed to attract families seeking a planned, self-contained community within the greater Richmond region. The Highlands project includes governance through a community association and ongoing real estate development across multiple neighborhoods.
lake margaret • lakefront • golf course community • new homes for sale • chesterfield virginia • master-planned community • amenities • canoeing • bike trails • nature trail • resort style living • custom home builders • homes for sale lake margaret • cypress glen • glen kilchurn ii • maclachlan • available lots • golf course • community association
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Barton Tuck
Opened
1995
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
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Green Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 48.7 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.8 · Slope 120
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 8 | — | 5 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 121 | 436 | 274 | 134 | 196 | 392 | 114 | 409 | 2371 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 4812 |
Mint Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 50.8 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.8 · Slope 120
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 8 | — | 5 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 376 | 93 | 249 | 341 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 331 | 2441 | 5072 |
Silver Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.9 · BR 46.7 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 47.0 · Slope 115
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 8 | — | 5 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 121 | 436 | 210 | 134 | 196 | 337 | 114 | 334 | 2177 | 376 | 93 | 165 | 290 | 377 | 247 | 314 | 113 | 278 | 2253 | 4430 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 50.8 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 53.5 · Slope 137
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 8 | — | 5 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 332 | 129 | 474 | 317 | 154 | 234 | 418 | 131 | 442 | 2631 | 497 | 105 | 309 | 381 | 461 | 315 | 377 | 122 | 366 | 2933 | 5564 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Golf Club At The Highlands
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for The Golf Club At The Highlands
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Golf Club At The Highlands. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Driver
Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Save par clutch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land softly, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedChip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSave par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAvoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at The Golf Club At The Highlands
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
FireHawk Collegiate
3/16/2026
2026 OVC Women's Golf Championship
4/19/2026
Qualifier - Play Chesterfield Junior Championship
6/20/2026
Play Chesterfield Junior Championship
6/21/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Golf Club At The Highlands
Get answers to common questions about playing The Golf Club At The Highlands and what to expect.
How difficult is The Golf Club At The Highlands for mid-handicap golfers?
The Golf Club At The Highlands presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 134.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 72.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Golf Club At The Highlands?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4997 yards. The back tees extend to 5564.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Golf Club At The Highlands?
With a course rating of 72.8 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 The Golf Club At The Highlands and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5564.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is The Golf Club At The Highlands and how should I play it?
The Golf Club At The Highlands 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 The Golf Club At The Highlands strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 5564.0 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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