Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Applecross Country Club.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
200
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Applecross Country Club, 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.
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Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Everything you need to know about Applecross Country Club.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
john.harte@applecrosscc.com
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Applecross Country Club, Pennsylvania 19335, USA
Applecross Country Club is a private country club in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, offering an 18-hole Nicklaus Design golf course along with extensive amenities. The club emphasizes a membership experience that includes various programs such as social, casual, and full golf, with access to additional facilities like a resort-style pool, fitness center, tennis courts, and walking trails. It is part of the Talamore Family of Clubs, providing cross-club privileges with sister properties in Pennsylvania and North Carolina, and features partnerships and curated experiences for members and guests.
18-hole golf course • nicklaus design • private country club • downingtown pa • golf membership • talamore family of clubs • ecobunkers • golf outings • weddings venue • fitness center • tennis courts • resort-style pool • walking trails • sports pavilion • memebership programs • guest privileges • member events • golf instruction • course gallery • golf academy • coaching • sports • exercise • recreation
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Michael Nicklaus/David Heatwole
Opened
2010
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Applecross Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.7 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 39.2 · BR 57.0 · Slope 151
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 9 | — | 12 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 311 | 323 | 183 | 273 | 383 | 148 | 340 | 381 | 467 | 2809 | 272 | 132 | 514 | 373 | 190 | 487 | 387 | 383 | 475 | 3213 | 6022 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 50.8 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 54.3 · Slope 141
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 9 | — | 12 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 311 | 323 | 126 | 273 | 245 | 148 | 326 | 332 | 467 | 2551 | 272 | 132 | 461 | 318 | 190 | 445 | 350 | 254 | 475 | 2897 | 5448 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 47.8 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.5 · Slope 133
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 9 | — | 12 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 267 | 248 | 126 | 245 | 231 | 133 | 233 | 332 | 421 | 2236 | 239 | 114 | 461 | 318 | 126 | 445 | 350 | 248 | 434 | 2735 | 4971 |
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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Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club 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 Applecross Country Club 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 Applecross Country Club 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 Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Applecross Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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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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% match to course practice profileFeel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Applecross Country Club. 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.
Full 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Place Every 3 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedChip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedRoll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control woods height, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedGet square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Applecross Country Club and what to expect.
Applecross Country Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. Its 143.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 76.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5496 yards. The back tees extend to 6022.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 76.0 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.
Stretching to 6022.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 143.0 and yardage reaching 6022.0 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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