Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Toad Valley Public.
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
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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Produce straight shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Everything you need to know about Toad Valley Public.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
allison@toadvalley.com
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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.
-iowa golf • public golf course • flight zone • toptracer driving range • indoor golf simulators • moving swing plates • miniature golf • wedding venue • golf tournaments • des moines area golf • group golf events • family golf • driving range • indoor golf • golf lessons • event venue • golf outings • golf leagues • golf memberships • golf course • golf simulators • family entertainment • event center • recreation
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Harold McCollum/Tom Brady
Opened
1973
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Toad Valley Public hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Toad Valley Public hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Toad Valley Public hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Toad Valley Public hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Toad Valley Public hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Toad Valley Public hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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 profileFocus on par saves, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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.
Full 48 days 66 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Sand
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedMatch mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint flops, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Square up, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Toad Valley Public and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
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.
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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