Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Windermere Valley Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
27
27 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
142
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
Windermere Valley Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Windermere Valley 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 Windermere Valley 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.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run shot 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Windermere Valley Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
dmoorewv@shaw.ca
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Facilities
Location
1881 Windermere Loop Rd, Windermere, BC V0B 2L2, Canada
Course Description
Windermere Valley Golf Course is a scenic 18-hole golf facility in Windermere, British Columbia, renowned for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, strong conditioning, and a par 66 layout that offers a shorter but challenging round. The course emphasizes great greens, teaching programs, a fully stocked pro shop, and licensed dining, making it a popular golfing destination in the Columbia Valley region. Facilities include a golf academy with lessons and junior programs, plus group and tournament options, all set in a picturesque valley with mountain views.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
66
Type
Parkland
Opened
1988
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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 Windermere Valley Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for RED 2018
RED 2018 Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 38.9 · Slope 93
Back Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 40.1 · Slope 97
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 262 | 134 | 317 | 443 | 159 | 210 | 328 | 107 | 299 | 2259 | 342 | 295 | 318 | 356 | 275 | 155 | 134 | 172 | 485 | 2532 | 4791 |
WHITE 2018 Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.7 · BR 39.7 · Slope 97
Back Nine · CR 31.6 · BR 41.0 · Slope 101
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 287 | 188 | 328 | 443 | 169 | 218 | 338 | 119 | 308 | 2398 | 361 | 309 | 328 | 369 | 286 | 163 | 145 | 184 | 493 | 2638 | 5036 |
RED 2018 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.2 · BR 44.1 · Slope 101
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 45.9 · Slope 106
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 67 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 262 | 134 | 317 | 443 | 159 | 210 | 328 | 107 | 299 | 2259 | 342 | 295 | 318 | 356 | 275 | 155 | 134 | 172 | 485 | 2532 | 4791 |
WHITE 2018 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 45.1 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 46.6 · Slope 107
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 287 | 188 | 328 | 443 | 169 | 218 | 338 | 119 | 308 | 2398 | 361 | 309 | 328 | 369 | 286 | 163 | 145 | 184 | 493 | 2638 | 5036 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Windermere Valley 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 27 Programs
% match to course practice profileWork together for contact, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set a target, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Windermere Valley Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Windermere Valley Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Open up and fly, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control mid iron arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Windermere Valley 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 Windermere Valley Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Windermere Valley Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Windermere Valley Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Windermere Valley Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 99.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 62.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 66.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Windermere Valley Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4914 yards. The back tees extend to 5036.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Windermere Valley Golf Club?
With a course rating of 62.3 and par 66, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 66 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Windermere Valley Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5036.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Windermere Valley Golf Club 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 Windermere Valley Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 99.0 and yardage reaching 5036.0 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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