Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Amherst Audubon Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Amherst, New York, 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 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 26%Mechanics 21%Scoring 18%Trajectory 18%Aim 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.

27.8

Average HCP

18.8

Minimum HCP

40.4

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.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

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

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Sand - Long

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Short Game26 min

Sand Mid

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

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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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

500 Maple Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

William Harries

Opened

1963

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⭐3.3(180 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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Showing 13 Programs

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

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

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills

Alignment21%

Distance Control20%

Precision18%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Accuracy21%

Distance Control17%

Aim17%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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12 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 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Turn lies into pars, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy24%

Aim24%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Distance Control21%

Alignment20%

Scoring18%

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Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Save par clutch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy13%

Aim13%

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Vary your targets and hit within 5 yards

Hit within 5 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring25%

Dispersion13%

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Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?

Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

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

Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Aim19%

Trajectory18%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics30%

Precision29%

Trajectory18%

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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?

Players often find Par 3 technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. 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?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Par 3 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 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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