Focus on par saves, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Precision27%
Aim27%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Toad Valley Public Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
87
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Toad Valley Public Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Toad Valley Public, 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 33%Distance Control 20%Precision 20%Aim 13%Dispersion 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.
17.6
Average HCP
10.2
Minimum HCP
33.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Toad Valley Public
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Medium
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Medium
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Medium
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Medium
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Toad Valley Public.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
allison@toadvalley.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
237 NE 80th Street
Course Description
Toad Valley Golf Course is a scenic public golf complex in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, featuring an 18-hole course designed for golfers of all skill levels with tree-lined fairways and large greens. It combines traditional play with modern practice facilities, including the Flight Zone Toptracer driving range with indoor heated bays and grass tees, plus advanced indoor simulators with moving swing plates. The venue also offers an 18-hole miniature golf course, and hosts public tournaments and events, making it a multi-faceted recreation destination in central Iowa.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Harold McCollum/Tom Brady
Opened
1973
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Toad Valley Public
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileCommit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring23%
Dispersion14%
12 Week Flagship Program for Toad Valley Public
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Toad Valley Public. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Precision shots, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Precision18%
Accuracy13%
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Get StartedWork together for contact, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Alignment40%
Precision20%
Scoring17%
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Pinpoint flops, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion17%
Square up, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control19%
Scoring17%
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision17%
Aim14%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Toad Valley Public
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 Toad Valley Public
Get answers to common questions about playing Toad Valley Public and what to expect.
How difficult is Toad Valley Public for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Toad Valley Public technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Toad Valley Public?
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 Toad Valley Public?
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Toad Valley Public 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 Toad Valley Public and how should I play it?
Toad Valley Public 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 Toad Valley Public 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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