Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know True North Gc.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
194
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 True North Gc, 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 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Everything you need to know about True North Gc.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
mkernicki@truenorthgolf.com
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Resident professional Brian and Elle can help you get in shape for True North Gc.
Brian Zeigler
First Assistant Golf Professional
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2500 True N Dr, Harbor Springs, MI 49740, USA
True North is an exclusive private destination golf club catering to a national membership and their guests. The Club is nestled in the forest above Harbor Springs, Michigan – just five miles from the shore of Little Traverse Bay. Designed by award-winning architect Jim Engh, True North will test your golf game and reward well-played shots.The Club's focus is on high levels of personal service coupled with a low volume atmosphere to create quality Member experiences in a comfortable and relaxing setting. In addition to the incredible golf course at True North, members and their guests may enjoy on-site lodging in fully-appointed cottages, a full-service golf shop and dining in the amazing Compass Room or terrace, overlooking the stunning 18th green and fairway.True North residential features cabins overlooking our fully-stocked trout pond or private homesites on meadow, wooded or lots with spectacular golf course views, all within our private, gated community.A destination in the truest sense, True North stands alone in the regional and national market – great golf, impeccable service and exclusivity for members. Inquire how you can own a piece of Pure Michigan, today.
golf club • exclusive membership • private golf • golf community • luxury dining • lodging • golf experiences • recreation
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jim Engh
Opened
2003
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for True North Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 52.5 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 46.3 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | — | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 408 | 297 | 128 | 263 | 88 | 237 | 448 | 433 | 309 | 2611 | 110 | 260 | 452 | 93 | 255 | 183 | 86 | 245 | 422 | 2106 | 4717 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 40.9 · BR 59.2 · Slope 155
Back Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 53.8 · Slope 142
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | — | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 494 | 436 | 198 | 349 | 161 | 338 | 550 | 522 | 397 | 3445 | 169 | 346 | 534 | 157 | 362 | 294 | 160 | 344 | 536 | 2902 | 6347 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.9 · BR 56.2 · Slope 147
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 53.0 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | — | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 494 | 376 | 155 | 349 | 161 | 338 | 494 | 478 | 345 | 3190 | 169 | 346 | 534 | 157 | 362 | 294 | 160 | 344 | 472 | 2838 | 6028 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 55.0 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 50.2 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | — | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 444 | 376 | 155 | 305 | 119 | 276 | 494 | 478 | 345 | 2992 | 142 | 322 | 487 | 123 | 295 | 280 | 150 | 307 | 472 | 2578 | 5570 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on True North Gc hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on True North Gc hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on True North Gc hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on True North Gc hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on True North Gc hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on True North Gc hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on True North Gc hole-by-hole data.
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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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% match to course practice profileChip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for True North Gc. 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 45 days 63 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedChip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMaximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedThread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match clubface, 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.
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing True North Gc and what to expect.
True North Gc is regarded as a strategically complex layout. Its 149.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 78.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5532 yards. The back tees extend to 6347.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 78.0 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.
Stretching to 6347.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 149.0 and yardage reaching 6347.0 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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