Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Atkinson Country Club and Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Atkinson, New Hampshire, United States of America

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlPrecision+3 more

18 Hole Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 18 Hole, 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 31%Distance Control 25%Precision 16%Dispersion 14%Accuracy 12%

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.

13.5

Average HCP

5.8

Minimum HCP

25.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for 18 Hole

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Short Game26 min

Sand Long

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

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

Sand Short

Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about 18 Hole.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@atkinsoncc.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

85 Country Club Drive

Course Description

Welcome to Atkinson Resort & Country Club, a PUBLIC facility tucked within 420-acres of meticulously manicured greens and beautiful surroundings. Atkinson Resort & Country Club is a full service establishment serving the public seven days a week. We are located in Atkinson, New Hampshire, just over the Massachusetts state line. The Resort is dedicated to welcoming all guests with warm, inviting hospitality and has a renowned distinction for golf and the amenities most commonly found at the world's finest country clubs.As our guest, you can experience one of New Hampshire's finest 18 Hole Par 72 public golf courses, the award winning 9 Hole Par 3 course, as well as one of the best practice facilities in New England. The 10,000 square foot state-of-the art Willowcreek Golf Academy and its team of PGA professionals are dedicated to the education and advancement of golfers of all skill levels and abilities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Phil Wogan

Opened

1996

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 18 Hole

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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Get Square for Success

Match clubface, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills

Alignment30%

Accuracy24%

Distance Control19%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee

Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Trajectory15%

Distance Control15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for 18 Hole

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 18 Hole. 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≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Get Square for Success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand 10–25 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Visualize the perfect sand shot, then make it happen

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Week 7≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Driver

Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

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Visualize the perfect sand shot, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills

Scoring43%

Accuracy37%

Visualization21%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Up-and-down contest, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control31%

Visualization21%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills

Precision26%

Distance Control19%

Aim19%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Distance Control22%

Scoring18%

Precision17%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control27%

Dispersion21%

Scoring20%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at 18 Hole

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 18 Hole

Get answers to common questions about playing 18 Hole and what to expect.

How difficult is 18 Hole for mid-handicap golfers?

18 Hole presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at 18 Hole?

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 18 Hole?

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.

How long is 18 Hole 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 18 Hole 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 18 Hole 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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