Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Algonquin.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
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 , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Algonquin, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG)
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Everything you need to know about Algonquin.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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The Algonquin Resort is a historic coastal hotel located in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, New Brunswick, Canada. Established in 1889, it has been a key part of Canadian hospitality. The current Tudor Revival structure, built between 1914 and 1915, features a distinctive faux half-timbered façade and a red slate roof, designed by Montreal architects Barott, Blackadder & Webster.The resort offers a variety of services and amenities for both leisure and business travelers. Guests can enjoy luxurious accommodations, multiple dining options featuring local and international cuisine, and recreational activities such as golfing at the adjacent Algonquin Golf Course. The resort also provides facilities for events, including weddings and corporate meetings, making it a popular choice for diverse clientele, from families on vacation to professionals seeking meeting spaces. Its historical significance and scenic location contribute to its appeal as a major tourist destination.
seaside resort • historic hotel • golf course • spa • afternoon tea • meeting venues • weddings • corporate events • dining • family packages • coastal luxury • passamaquoddy bay • st. andrews by-the-sea • new brunswick hospitality • renovated guestrooms • event spaces • group retreats • coastal Canada • maritime travel • historic property • indoor pool • luxury accommodation • family-friendly • year-round destination • accommodation
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Thomas McBroom
Opened
1894
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Algonquin hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Algonquin hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Algonquin hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Algonquin hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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 12 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Algonquin. 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.
Full 55 days 75 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Sand
Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Stick Approach From Hazards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMaximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Algonquin and what to expect.
Players often find Algonquin technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Algonquin 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.
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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