Visualize the path to the hole, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min6 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Scoring23%
Stroke15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Lido
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
The Lido Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Lido, 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
Distance Control 25%Scoring 25%Precision 19%Aim 14%Accuracy 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.
17.1
Average HCP
8.4
Minimum HCP
32.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Lido
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Lido.
Contact Information
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
1697 Leopold Way
Course Description
The Lido is a historic golf course restoration project in central Wisconsin. Originally designed by C.B. Macdonald and opened on Long Island in 1917, the course is being revived by Sand Valley Resort to recreate the famed routing and green complexes. The project emphasizes Macdonald’s signature templates and classic golf architecture, with the goal of reestablishing The Lido as a premier destination in the Sand Valley area, near Rome, Wisconsin. It has been selected as a host site for multiple USGA championships, starting with the U.S. Mid-Amateur in 2026.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Charles Blaire MacDonald, R- Tom Doak
Opened
2023
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Lido
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileFinish putts in one motion, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min1 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Precision30%
Aim27%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control22%
Dispersion20%
Aim19%
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment15%
Accuracy13%
13 Week Flagship Program for The Lido
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Lido. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Improve Short Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control31%
Precision14%
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment27%
Accuracy20%
Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment33%
Aim13%
Check setup, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control26%
Accuracy16%
Thread the gap, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control20%
Trajectory10%
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim22%
Alignment13%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
Get close to pin, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min31 HCP8 drills
Precision34%
Scoring18%
Trajectory15%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Precision16%
Dispersion15%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at The Lido
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 The Lido
Get answers to common questions about playing The Lido and what to expect.
How difficult is The Lido for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, The Lido challenges consistency. 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 The Lido?
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 The Lido?
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 The Lido 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 The Lido and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Links 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 The Lido 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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