Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Blue/Red (Alternate Tees).
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Blue/Red (Alternate Tees), 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 using an alignment mirror.
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.
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
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Van Patten Golf Club operates a 27-hole public golf course in Clifton Park, New York, offering championship golf, dining at Mixed Breed Brewing, and hosting weddings and events in The Vista Ballroom. Located in Southern Saratoga County, the club provides a country-club atmosphere with extensive facilities including a banquet hall and golf simulators (VP Suites). The property features a grand clubhouse and a range of recreational and social offerings for members and guests from the surrounding Hudson Valley region and beyond.
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Holes
27
Par
73
Type
Parkland
Architect
Armand Farina
Opened
1968
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Blue/Red (Alternate Tees) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Blue/Red (Alternate Tees) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Blue/Red (Alternate Tees) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Blue/Red (Alternate Tees) 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 profileRepeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Blue/Red (Alternate Tees). 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 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Pitch
Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control wedge rollout, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Blue/Red (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Blue/Red (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 73.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 73, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 73 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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 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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