Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Vails Grove Golf Course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
183
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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 Vails Grove Golf Course, 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.
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Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
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.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Everything you need to know about Vails Grove Golf Course.
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230 Peach Lake Rd, Brewster, NY 10509, USA
Holes
9
Par
32
Type
Parkland
Opened
1929
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Vails Grove Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.1 · BR 38.1 · Slope 86
Back Nine · CR 30.1 · BR 38.1 · Slope 86
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 1 | — | 10 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 280 | 115 | 226 | 275 | 163 | 283 | 217 | 162 | 404 | 2125 | 280 | 115 | 226 | 275 | 163 | 283 | 217 | 162 | 404 | 2125 | 4250 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.1 · BR 38.2 · Slope 86
Back Nine · CR 30.4 · BR 38.8 · Slope 89
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 1 | — | 10 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 280 | 115 | 226 | 275 | 163 | 283 | 217 | 162 | 404 | 2125 | 288 | 125 | 230 | 289 | 170 | 289 | 222 | 170 | 420 | 2203 | 4328 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.4 · BR 41.7 · Slope 96
Back Nine · CR 31.2 · BR 43.3 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 62 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 1 | — | 10 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 268 | 105 | 211 | 183 | 145 | 260 | 188 | 150 | 310 | 1820 | 275 | 117 | 218 | 190 | 155 | 260 | 200 | 155 | 410 | 1980 | 3800 |
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 Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Vails Grove Golf Course 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 profileStick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Vails Grove Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 42 days 59 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedKeep near hole, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Challenge limits, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedStop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Vary landing spot, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedSet up for high shot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Vails Grove Golf Course and what to expect.
Players often find Vails Grove Golf Course technically exacting. The 88.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 60.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 32.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4064 yards. The back tees extend to 4328.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 60.5 and par 32, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 32 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 4328.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 88.0 and yardage reaching 4328.0 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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