Chip through gate, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Upsala Golfklubb
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
Mellan Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mellan, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Mellan
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
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.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mellan.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
christer.schenholm@upsalagk.se
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Facilities
Location
Hårnö Gård
Course Description
Upsala GK is a golf club based in Uppsala, Sweden, offering public and member golf facilities with multiple courses, training areas, and a shop. The club emphasizes high-quality practice, events, and a restaurant and café on site, serving players and guests in the Uppsala region. It provides training programs, junior and elite development, and corporate golf opportunities, along with memberships and events. Upsala GK is a prominent golf destination in Uppland, with a long history and active social and competitive calendar.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
Nils O. Nyberg & Einar "Eja" Jansson
Opened
1978
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mellan
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileDial in touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Mellan
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mellan. 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.
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Chip
Hit Intended Line
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Sand
See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVisualize perfect sand, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Mellan
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 Mellan
Get answers to common questions about playing Mellan and what to expect.
How difficult is Mellan for mid-handicap golfers?
Mellan is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mellan?
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 Mellan?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Mellan 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 Mellan and how should I play it?
Mellan 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 Mellan 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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