Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Air Sofia Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
68
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Ihtiman Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ihtiman, 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 25%Scoring 24%Precision 20%Accuracy 15%Trajectory 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.
16.2
Average HCP
9.1
Minimum HCP
32.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ihtiman
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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 | 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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ihtiman.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@golf-bg.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
1, Shesti Septemvris str.
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
2000
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ihtiman
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileConvert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory17%
Dispersion14%
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy20%
Scoring20%
Distance Control16%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Dispersion21%
Scoring19%
14 Week Flagship Program for Ihtiman
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ihtiman. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Alignment28%
Green Reading13%
Precision13%
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy20%
Aim19%
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Get StartedPrecision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Aim16%
Scoring15%
Get square, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy15%
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Dispersion26%
Accuracy22%
Scoring18%
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Mechanics23%
Precision21%
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Ihtiman
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9/10/2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ihtiman
Get answers to common questions about playing Ihtiman and what to expect.
How difficult is Ihtiman for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Ihtiman technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ihtiman?
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 Ihtiman?
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Ihtiman and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Ihtiman 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 Ihtiman 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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