Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Walden Woods Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Hartland, Michigan, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

1st Nine Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 1st Nine, 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%Precision 23%Distance Control 19%Aim 13%Trajectory 12%

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.

13.2

Average HCP

7.7

Minimum HCP

26.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for 1st Nine

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about 1st Nine.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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stannar@majesticgolf.com

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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

9600 Crouse Road

Course Description

Majestic Golf operates the Majestic at Lake Walden, a championship golf facility in Hartland, Michigan. The 27-hole course designed by Jerry Matthews threads through forests, meadows, and wetlands across 1400 acres, offering a variety of holes with elevation changes, water features, and strategic bunkers. The club provides amenities such as a driving range, a large putting green, a full-service pro shop, and event coordination, with options for leagues, outings, and tee-time bookings. Located near Lake Walden, it emphasizes scenic play, guest services, and recreational golf experiences for regional golfers and visitors.

27 holes • jerry matthews design • golf course architecture • hartland michigan • lake walden • driving range • putting green • pro shop • event coordination • golf leagues • tee time booking • gastronomy on course • greens maintenance • course history • quote unquote course • occasional tournaments • welcoming atmosphere • natural wetlands • golf course amenities

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jerry Matthews

Opened

1994

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 1st Nine

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 14 Programs

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Make All 6 Ft Putts

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills

Aim25%

Distance Control22%

Dispersion13%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills

Scoring21%

Accuracy21%

Aim13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for 1st Nine

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 1st Nine. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Week 5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

See Shot Before Hit

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand 10–25 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring30%

Distance Control25%

Trajectory21%

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Control Short Iron Flight

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory18%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills

Distance Control24%

Dispersion19%

Aim15%

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See Shot Before Hit

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring46%

Accuracy29%

Visualization25%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills

Aim20%

Distance Control18%

Precision17%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills

Precision29%

Dispersion17%

Scoring16%

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Control woods rollout, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy23%

Scoring17%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring30%

Precision17%

Distance Control15%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save?

Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring28%

Precision18%

Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at 1st Nine

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 1st Nine

Get answers to common questions about playing 1st Nine and what to expect.

How difficult is 1st Nine for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, 1st Nine challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at 1st Nine?

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.

What is considered a good score at 1st Nine?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is 1st Nine and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is 1st Nine and how should I play it?

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.

What features make 1st Nine strategically challenging?

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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