Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Willow Run Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

47

47 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

202

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

Willow Run Country Club Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Willow Run Country 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

Scoring 24%Distance Control 22%Aim 20%Precision 16%Accuracy 16%

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
33.1
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Willow Run Country Club

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Backswing
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Willow Run Country Club.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

940 E Fayette St, Denver, IA 50622, USA

Course Description

Willow Run Country Club is located in Denver, Iowa, and offers a range of services in the information technology and services sector. The country club is known for its commitment to providing quality services and amenities to its members and guests.

information technology • country club • services • amenities • membership • hospitality

Course Information

Holes

9

Par

35

Type

Parkland

Architect

Gordon Cunningham

Opened

1970

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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 Willow Run Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Red

Tee Insight:This course plays like a mirror image test repeating the same hole demands twice forcing sharp irons on long par fours while shorter holes tempt birdies. Pressure builds from approach risks on tough spots with steady play unlocking low scores elsewhere.
B

Blue Tee

Gender: MalePar 705888 yards5384 metersCR 67.4Bogey 88.2Slope 112

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.1 · Slope 112

Back Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.1 · Slope 112

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par534435344355344353443570
Handicap171513119713518162412108146
Yardage450151448421163459182297373294445015144842116345918229737329445888

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Willow Run Country 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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% match to course practice profile
67% match
For Red tees

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy21%
Aim11%

15 Week Flagship Program for Willow Run Country Club

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Willow Run Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 13 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–37 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–57 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–63 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–76 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–96 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–117 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Save Par From 9 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–157 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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51% match
For Red tees

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control28%
Visualization21%
70% match
For Red tees

Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%

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58% match
For Red tees

Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment24%
Precision14%
29% match
For Blue tees

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
57% match
For Blue tees

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim35%
Alignment25%
Scoring16%
47% match
For Blue tees

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
70% match
For Blue tees

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%

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65% match
For Blue tees

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion31%
Scoring23%
Accuracy22%
49% match
For Blue tees

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision22%
Dispersion20%
51% match
For Blue tees

Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy34%
Alignment25%
Distance Control18%
59% match
For Blue tees

Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment17%
Precision14%
67% match
For Blue tees

Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision18%
Accuracy13%
29% match
For Red tees

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%

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55% match
For Red tees

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment24%
Accuracy24%
60% match
For Red tees

Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills
Precision33%
Aim24%
Distance Control15%
63% match
For Red tees

Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim29%
Scoring23%
Alignment22%
65% match
For Red tees

Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy37%
Distance Control19%
Alignment16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Willow Run Country Club

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Willow Run Country Club

Get answers to common questions about playing Willow Run Country Club and what to expect.

How difficult is Willow Run Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?

Willow Run Country Club presents a demanding test. With a slope of 112.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 67.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Willow Run Country Club?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5450 yards. The back tees extend to 5888.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Willow Run Country Club?

With a course rating of 67.4 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Willow Run Country Club and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 5888.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.

What type of course is Willow Run Country Club and how should I play it?

Willow Run Country Club is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Willow Run Country Club strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 112.0 and yardage reaching 5888.0 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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