Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Winnetka Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Winnetka, Illinois, United States of America

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Total Programs

13 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 , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Par-3 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par-3, 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

Precision 23%Scoring 22%Aim 21%Distance Control 16%Dispersion 15%

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.

22.6

Average HCP

13.7

Minimum HCP

38.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Par-3

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

Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop 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.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]

Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Par-3.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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mjohnson@winpark.org

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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

1300 Oak St

Course Description

Winnetka Golf Club operates a public 18-hole championship course and a par-3 nine-hole course in Winnetka, Illinois, on Chicago’s North Shore. The facility includes a driving range, practice greens, and a clubhouse with a fully-equipped golf shop and food and beverage offerings. It offers tee times, junior golf programs, private and group instruction, and leagues for men and women, aiming to provide elevated on-course and instructional experiences and premier customer service. The club emphasizes modern course improvements, such as upgraded bunkers and redesigned features, within a community-focused setting.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

William Langford

Opened

1904

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐3.6(66 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Par-3

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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Eliminate Three-Putts

Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Keep Par Safe

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills

Aim26%

Precision18%

Distance Control18%

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Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Fly over bunker, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min25 HCP7 drills

Aim36%

Scoring16%

Alignment16%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Par-3

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par-3. 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.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Precision29%

Scoring20%

Dispersion15%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Beat streaks, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy18%

Alignment13%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Pick spot and trust, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills

Aim32%

Alignment15%

Distance Control13%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Set a target, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Scoring33%

Aim24%

Alignment16%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision35%

Aim19%

Trajectory14%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Par-3

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Par-3

Get answers to common questions about playing Par-3 and what to expect.

How difficult is Par-3 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Par-3 challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Par-3?

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 Par-3?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Par-3 and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Par-3 and how should I play it?

Par-3 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 Par-3 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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