Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Airport National Public Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
89
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Third/First Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Third/First, 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 29%Precision 22%Distance Control 18%Aim 15%Trajectory 13%
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.
21.6
Average HCP
10.5
Minimum HCP
37
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Third/First
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Third/First.
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
3001 Wright Brothers Boulevard East
Course Description
Airport National Public Golf is a Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based golf facility offering a full-service golf course, driving range, indoor simulators, and mini golf. The venue provides private lessons, club fitting, and organized leagues and events, with seasonal hours and a focus on year-round practice and play. It features indoor simulators for year-round golf, a pro shop, and various specials and outings for individuals and groups in the Cedar Rapids region.
driving range • indoor golf simulators • mini golf • club fitting • private golf lessons • adult clinics • junior programs • tournament scheduling • golf leagues • swing coaching • golf course details • tee time policy • simulator reservations • special events • golf hours • golf outings
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
65
Type
Parkland
Opened
2001
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Third/First
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 profileLand inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy29%
Precision7%
Visualize the line, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Aim28%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
Fade or draw woods, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP9 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision20%
Scoring19%
15 Week Flagship Program for Third/First
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Third/First. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 15≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
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Get StartedStop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment16%
Aim13%
Set a target, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Aim21%
Scoring21%
Distance Control17%
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Visualize the line, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring28%
Aim28%
Alignment19%
Control long iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring25%
Trajectory16%
Perfect short iron arc, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP4 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision24%
Mechanics23%
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory16%
Leave tap-ins, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min23 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Scoring19%
Mechanics17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Third/First
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 Third/First
Get answers to common questions about playing Third/First and what to expect.
How difficult is Third/First for mid-handicap golfers?
Third/First presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 65.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Third/First?
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 Third/First?
With a course rating of 70 and par 65, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 65 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Third/First 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 Third/First and how should I play it?
Third/First 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 Third/First 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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