73% match
For Noir tees
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Precision22%
Aim15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Val Des Lacs
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
32
32 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
149
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Val Des Lacs Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Val Des Lacs, 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 30%Distance Control 25%Precision 16%Accuracy 13%Aim 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.
17.3
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
33.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Val Des Lacs
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit 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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Val Des Lacs.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
membershipsales@clublink.ca
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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
300 Rue des Cèdres, Sainte-Sophie, QC J5J 2T6, Canada
Course Description
ClubLink is Canada’s largest owner and operator of golf clubs, managing more than 50 championship courses across Ontario, Quebec, and Florida. The company operates a membership-based model with access to a network of affiliated clubs and a range of golf-related offerings, including daily fee golf and resort-style experiences. Headquartered in King City, Ontario, ClubLink emphasizes a diverse portfolio of club experiences and member services under the ClubLink brand. It provides information about its clubs, membership options, and news through its site and related properties.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Howard Watson
Opened
1959
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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 Val Des Lacs, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Noir
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
B
Blanc Tee
Gender: MalePar 715981 yards5469 metersCR 68.8Bogey 92.0Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.4 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.6 · Slope 124
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 382 | 138 | 503 | 319 | 497 | 307 | 386 | 157 | 367 | 3056 | 361 | 133 | 365 | 497 | 380 | 346 | 120 | 357 | 366 | 2925 | 5981 |
B
Bleu Tee
Gender: MalePar 716287 yards5749 metersCR 70.5Bogey 94.3Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.0 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 46.3 · Slope 125
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 390 | 138 | 503 | 389 | 497 | 409 | 407 | 157 | 378 | 3268 | 372 | 172 | 365 | 497 | 404 | 346 | 120 | 357 | 386 | 3019 | 6287 |
N
Noir Tee
Gender: MalePar 716616 yards6050 metersCR 72.0Bogey 96.5Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 49.0 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.5 · Slope 128
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 406 | 146 | 536 | 402 | 523 | 427 | 423 | 181 | 392 | 3436 | 384 | 172 | 381 | 521 | 423 | 359 | 139 | 375 | 426 | 3180 | 6616 |
V
Vert Tee
Gender: MalePar 705758 yards5265 metersCR 67.9Bogey 90.2Slope 119
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.8 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 44.4 · Slope 120
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 138 | 475 | 319 | 475 | 307 | 386 | 157 | 367 | 2996 | 324 | 133 | 338 | 433 | 380 | 311 | 120 | 357 | 366 | 2762 | 5758 |
R
Rouge Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715388 yards4927 metersCR 71.5Bogey 101.3Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.6 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 49.7 · Slope 125
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 334 | 121 | 475 | 304 | 454 | 307 | 386 | 143 | 276 | 2800 | 324 | 133 | 338 | 433 | 380 | 282 | 97 | 235 | 366 | 2588 | 5388 |
V
Vert Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715758 yards5265 metersCR 73.4Bogey 104.9Slope 133
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 53.6 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 51.3 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 138 | 475 | 319 | 475 | 307 | 386 | 157 | 367 | 2996 | 324 | 133 | 338 | 433 | 380 | 311 | 120 | 357 | 366 | 2762 | 5758 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Val Des Lacs
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 32 Programs
% match to course practice profile71% match
For Noir tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring28%
Alignment21%
Distance Control18%
64% match
For Noir tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Noir tees
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Precision22%
Trajectory13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Val Des Lacs
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Val Des Lacs. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
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Get Started22% match
For Noir tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision30%
Trajectory20%
68% match
For Noir tees
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control22%
Alignment19%
Accuracy17%
55% match
For Noir tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
43% match
For Rouge tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
57% match
For Rouge tees
Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control33%
Visualization24%
73% match
For Rouge tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring27%
Aim14%
71% match
For Rouge tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy14%
Aim11%
72% match
For Rouge tees
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
75% match
For Rouge tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control18%
59% match
For Rouge tees
Keep within 6 yards, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP5 drills
Dispersion32%
Distance Control23%
Precision22%
52% match
For Vert tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Alignment20%
Scoring13%
53% match
For Vert tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control25%
Aim18%
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Get Started55% match
For Vert tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Aim41%
Precision21%
Dispersion14%
60% match
For Vert tees
Consistent woods length, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Dispersion16%
Scoring15%
75% match
For Bleu tees
Turn into par saves, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring29%
Aim18%
Alignment15%
56% match
For Bleu tees
Chip close, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment22%
Distance Control19%
16% match
For Bleu tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
70% match
For Bleu tees
Consistent woods length, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring22%
Accuracy19%
63% match
For Bleu tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring25%
Trajectory16%
34% match
For Vert tees
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
65% match
For Vert tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy31%
Distance Control8%
44% match
For Vert tees
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
79% match
For Vert tees
Save par clutch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Scoring30%
Alignment17%
Aim12%
72% match
For Vert tees
Save with mid irons, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min4 HCP6 drills
Dispersion23%
Scoring22%
Distance Control15%
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Get Started63% match
For Blanc tees
Master touch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control38%
Aim19%
Trajectory12%
67% match
For Blanc tees
Turn into birdies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Scoring41%
Distance Control29%
Visualization21%
68% match
For Blanc tees
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
57% match
For Blanc tees
Control mid iron arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Scoring24%
Precision24%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Val Des Lacs
Get answers to common questions about playing Val Des Lacs and what to expect.
How difficult is Val Des Lacs for mid-handicap golfers?
Val Des Lacs presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 131.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 72.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Val Des Lacs?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6002 yards. The back tees extend to 6616.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Val Des Lacs?
With a course rating of 72.0 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.
How long is Val Des Lacs and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6616.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Val Des Lacs and how should I play it?
Val Des Lacs 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 Val Des Lacs strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 6616.0 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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