Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Willows Golf and Country Club

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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

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

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Xena Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Xena, 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 36%Precision 19%Distance Control 18%Accuracy 14%Aim 11%

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.

15.7

Average HCP

8.6

Minimum HCP

27.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Xena

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run 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

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run 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

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run 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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Xena.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@willowsgolf.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

382 Cartwright Street

Course Description

Willows Golf is Saskatoon’s premier golf course offering a 27-hole championship layout with three 9-hole configurations that can be combined for varied rounds. The club highlights a Bill Newis-designed course with future Doug Carrick-inspired renovations aimed at an 18-hole transformation, emphasizing Prairie aesthetics and quality of play for members, tournaments, and public play. The complex features a modern clubhouse, event hosting spaces, a pro shop, and a community-focused lifestyle within the West Hills area of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The Willows also promotes a vibrant community with live here connections and a range of facilities including dining, events, and golf-related programs.

27 holes • championship golf • saskatoon golf • three 9-hole layouts • bill newis design • doug carrick redesign • golf tournaments • public play • golf clubhouse • event hosting • pro shop • golf academy • weddings • corporate events • sports and recreation • prairie golf • westhills community • saskatchewan golf • golf course • tournaments • recreational sports • south saskatchewan • sports recreation

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Graham Cooke, Wayne Carleton

Opened

1991

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.3(327 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Xena

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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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Build putting confidence, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min6 HCP3 drills

Aim40%

Scoring27%

Precision12%

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Match Mental Image to Result

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Alignment23%

Aim22%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Xena

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Xena. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Match Mental Image to Result

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Improve Wedge Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Fade or draw woods, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP9 drills

Trajectory24%

Scoring19%

Precision19%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control24%

Dispersion21%

Precision21%

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control26%

Alignment19%

Precision17%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Accuracy30%

Alignment25%

Distance Control21%

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See Shot Before Hit

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control33%

Visualization21%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring30%

Distance Control29%

Trajectory19%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Xena

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 Xena

Get answers to common questions about playing Xena and what to expect.

How difficult is Xena for mid-handicap golfers?

Xena is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Xena?

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 Xena?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Xena and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Xena and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Xena 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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