Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Village Green.
Total Programs
11
11 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
59
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 , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Village Green, 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.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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.
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Everything you need to know about Village Green.
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4050 Henderson Road
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
George Godwin
Opened
1968
Conditions
Fairway: Rye
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Village Green hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Village Green hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Village Green hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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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 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Align putter head, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Village Green. 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.
Full 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Save Par On Every Approach
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it close: set up par or better every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Vary your targets and hit within 5 yards
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 5 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Village Green and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Village Green challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
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 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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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