Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for University Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

47

47 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

209

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

University Golf Club Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for University Golf Club, 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 28%Distance Control 21%Precision 18%Aim 17%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.

18.1
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
32.8
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for University Golf Club

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

Diagram for One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

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

Diagram for DIY Course  Easy
Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Diagram for Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Diagram for DIY Course  Easy
Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Diagram for All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about University Golf Club.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

mmather@universitygolf.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

5185 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1X5, Canada

Course Description

University Golf Club is a historic public golf club just minutes from downtown Vancouver, located in the University Endowment Lands of British Columbia. It features an 18-hole championship course designed by AV Macan and offers golf instruction, tournaments, and a renovated shop, along with comprehensive event spaces for banquets and weddings. The club also hosts dining at Westward Ho! and operates a range of facilities for corporate events, life celebrations, and social gatherings. With a legacy dating back to 1929, it emphasizes tradition, community, and a comprehensive golf and events experience in the Vancouver area.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Opened

1929

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Scorecard

Course Scorecard & Tee Insights

Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for University Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for BLUE

B

BLACK Tee

Gender: FemalePar 714721 yards4317 metersCR 67.1Bogey 92.8Slope 109

Gender: Female

Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 46.6 · Slope 110

Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 46.2 · Slope 108

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par434544354365434443443571
Handicap731711191513581421061816412
Yardage33412427037425523411039822023193893108031734526515424429824024721

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for University Golf Club

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 47 Programs

% match to course practice profile
69% match
For BLUE tees

Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%

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70% match
For BLUE tees

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion18%

10 Week Flagship Program for University Golf Club

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for University Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 13 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–24 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–33 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–43 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 4–67 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–74 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–85 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Cup From Long Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–103 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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66% match
For BLUE tees

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
76% match
For BLUE tees

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim17%
Scoring16%
39% match
For RED/BLACK tees

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
74% match
For RED/BLACK tees

Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP4 drills
Scoring35%
Precision21%
Aim21%
26% match
For RED/BLACK tees

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%

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26% match
For BLUE/WHITE tees

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
74% match
For BLUE/WHITE tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Precision22%
Aim12%
75% match
For BLUE/WHITE tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
70% match
For RED tees

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%

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64% match
For RED tees

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim21%
Precision18%
76% match
For RED tees

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

Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring31%
Accuracy20%
67% match
For RED/WHITE tees

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring38%
Alignment22%
Aim15%
74% match
For RED/WHITE tees

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Precision27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control14%

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68% match
For BLACK tees

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Alignment23%
Aim19%
Scoring18%
64% match
For BLACK tees

Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Alignment22%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control18%
71% match
For BLACK tees

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment21%
Scoring19%
75% match
For BLACK tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
48% match
For BLACK tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
77% match
For BLACK tees

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Precision19%
Distance Control11%
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Prepare for Tournaments at University Golf Club

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about University Golf Club

Get answers to common questions about playing University Golf Club and what to expect.

How difficult is University Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find University Golf Club technically exacting. The 136.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 77.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at University Golf Club?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5572 yards. The back tees extend to 6423.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at University Golf Club?

With a course rating of 77.0 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.

How long is University Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6423.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is University Golf Club and how should I play it?

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.

What features make University Golf Club strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6423.0 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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