26% match
For Blue tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Waveland Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Waveland Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Waveland Golf Course, 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
Distance Control 26%Scoring 23%Precision 18%Aim 17%Accuracy 14%
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.
18.6
Average HCP
11.1
Minimum HCP
32.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Waveland Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
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
All irons (9 to 2) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst irons shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Waveland Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
wavelandgolf@yahoo.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
4908 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA
Course Description
Waveland Golf Course is an historic 18-hole municipal golf course located in Des Moines, Iowa. Established in 1901, it is the oldest municipal course west of the Mississippi and offers a classic layout with rolling wooded terrain that challenges players of all levels. The course emphasizes community programs, youth development in partnership with Jester Park, and hosting events, outings, and tournaments at a historic clubhouse. Its operations include public play, youth instruction, and special events, making it a traditional hub for golf in the Des Moines area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Warren Dickenson
Opened
1901
Google Reviews
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⭐4.5(424 reviews)
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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 Waveland Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a precision grinder with short par fours forcing tight drives and wedges while long par fives create high risk on positioning errors leading to bogey struggles.Course demands constant safe play choices amid iron accuracy tests for steady scoring.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 746405 yards5857 metersCR 77.0Bogey 108.5Slope 134
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.5 · BR 54.1 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 38.5 · BR 54.4 · Slope 135
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 74 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 3 | — | 6 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 362 | 150 | 560 | 371 | 325 | 308 | 495 | 182 | 393 | 3146 | 228 | 363 | 565 | 125 | 328 | 475 | 455 | 365 | 355 | 3259 | 6405 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735332 yards4876 metersCR 71.1Bogey 99.5Slope 121
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 49.7 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.8 · Slope 121
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 3 | — | 6 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 306 | 142 | 400 | 301 | 279 | 296 | 385 | 134 | 376 | 2619 | 133 | 294 | 508 | 115 | 298 | 411 | 340 | 267 | 347 | 2713 | 5332 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 736129 yards5604 metersCR 75.5Bogey 106.2Slope 130
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 52.6 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 53.6 · Slope 132
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 3 | — | 6 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 147 | 486 | 361 | 318 | 302 | 486 | 175 | 384 | 2967 | 206 | 355 | 560 | 120 | 303 | 466 | 445 | 357 | 350 | 3162 | 6129 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Waveland Golf Course
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 profile41% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
60% match
For Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring26%
Distance Control13%
64% match
For Blue tees
Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision17%
Alignment14%
12 Week Flagship Program for Waveland Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Waveland Golf Course. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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51% match
For Blue tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion30%
Scoring19%
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Get Started40% match
For Blue tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
50% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control32%
Visualization19%
62% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
44% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
59% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Aim21%
Alignment19%
65% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment24%
Accuracy23%
69% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment21%
Accuracy13%
62% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment28%
Aim20%
70% match
For Blue tees
Stick approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control20%
Scoring15%
74% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision15%
Aim14%
67% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy16%
Alignment14%
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Get Started60% match
For White tees
Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision23%
Aim12%
73% match
For White tees
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Aim16%
Scoring16%
Accuracy15%
72% match
For White tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Precision19%
Aim17%
Distance Control15%
69% match
For White tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment24%
Scoring20%
36% match
For White tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
62% match
For White tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
43% match
For White tees
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory17%
67% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim29%
Accuracy21%
Scoring21%
74% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control20%
Accuracy19%
Precision16%
69% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For White tees
Mix short game shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment18%
Distance Control18%
51% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Aim34%
Precision34%
Dispersion17%
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Get Started66% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Scoring20%
Alignment15%
68% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
Accuracy18%
74% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
Aim14%
66% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
66% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control27%
Aim15%
38% match
For Gold tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
76% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring24%
Aim17%
38% match
For Gold tees
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
51% match
For Gold tees
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min11 HCP4 drills
Dispersion36%
Precision27%
Scoring19%
67% match
For Gold tees
Hit close to hole, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min9 HCP5 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
67% match
For Gold tees
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
65% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment23%
Accuracy21%
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Get Started56% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Aim28%
Precision28%
Dispersion17%
69% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Precision13%
Trajectory11%
59% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision20%
Dispersion17%
69% match
For Gold tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
77% match
For Gold tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion12%
77% match
For Gold tees
Set sights, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim21%
Precision20%
Distance Control15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Waveland Golf Course
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Waveland Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Waveland Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Waveland Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Waveland Golf Course presents a demanding test. The 134.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 77.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Waveland Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5868 yards. The back tees extend to 6405.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Waveland Golf Course?
With a course rating of 77.0 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 Waveland Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6405.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Waveland Golf Course 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 Waveland Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6405.0 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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