Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Vernon Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
216
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
Vernon Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Vernon 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
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 Vernon Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Vernon Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
jknobloch@vernongolf.com
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Facilities
Location
800 Kalamalka Lake Rd, Vernon, BC V1T 6V2, Canada
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ernie Brown
Opened
1913
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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 Vernon Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for GOLD
GOLD Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 47.4 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.4 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 17 | 9 | — | 6 | 18 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 375 | 525 | 177 | 411 | 166 | 444 | 396 | 486 | 376 | 3356 | 340 | 300 | 350 | 543 | 194 | 528 | 460 | 185 | 353 | 3253 | 6609 |
BLUE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 52.8 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 52.6 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 11 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 354 | 496 | 153 | 372 | 146 | 410 | 371 | 452 | 339 | 3093 | 306 | 287 | 350 | 494 | 174 | 514 | 435 | 168 | 335 | 3063 | 6156 |
BLUE/WHITE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 50.9 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 52.6 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 11 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 354 | 429 | 138 | 348 | 146 | 345 | 340 | 452 | 339 | 2891 | 306 | 287 | 350 | 468 | 165 | 514 | 435 | 168 | 322 | 3015 | 5906 |
GOLD Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.9 · BR 54.5 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 38.7 · BR 54.7 · Slope 136
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 38 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 75 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 11 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 375 | 525 | 177 | 411 | 166 | 444 | 396 | 486 | 376 | 3356 | 340 | 300 | 350 | 543 | 194 | 528 | 460 | 185 | 353 | 3253 | 6609 |
GOLD/BLUE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 53.4 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 53.5 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 11 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 375 | 496 | 153 | 372 | 166 | 410 | 371 | 486 | 376 | 3205 | 340 | 300 | 350 | 494 | 174 | 528 | 435 | 185 | 335 | 3141 | 6346 |
GREEN Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 47.0 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.4 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 11 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 285 | 404 | 112 | 316 | 98 | 306 | 308 | 395 | 296 | 2520 | 270 | 270 | 324 | 408 | 160 | 474 | 415 | 152 | 282 | 2755 | 5275 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 49.8 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 51.8 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 11 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 336 | 429 | 138 | 348 | 120 | 345 | 340 | 432 | 322 | 2810 | 300 | 277 | 332 | 468 | 165 | 504 | 424 | 160 | 322 | 2952 | 5762 |
WHITE/GREEN Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 48.2 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.7 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 11 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 285 | 429 | 138 | 316 | 120 | 306 | 340 | 395 | 322 | 2651 | 270 | 277 | 332 | 408 | 165 | 474 | 424 | 152 | 282 | 2784 | 5435 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Vernon 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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profilePinpoint accuracy, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
10 Week Flagship Program for Vernon Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Vernon 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Reduce Missed Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedCommit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedControl mid iron arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick your spot, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedLand within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control wedge rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Vernon Golf Club
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 Vernon Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Vernon Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Vernon Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Vernon Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 134.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 77.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Vernon Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5942 yards. The back tees extend to 6609.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Vernon Golf Club?
With a course rating of 77.6 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 Vernon Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6609.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Vernon 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 Vernon Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6609.0 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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