Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
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 , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees), 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 18%Dispersion 12%Accuracy 11%
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.
14.3
Average HCP
7.6
Minimum HCP
26.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@theroyaldublingolfclub.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
Kilmashogue Lane
Course Description
Ballinascorney Golf Club is a 9-hole golf course located in Rathfarnham, Dublin, nestled in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains. The club emphasizes a welcoming experience for members and visitors, offering social golf events such as Thursday Night Mixed, annual club trips, and open mixed timesheets on weekends. Since its relocation in 2002 and redevelopment in 2011, the course has focused on improving greens and tee-boxes to challenge golfers of all levels, while maintaining a lively social scene. Ballinascorney has adopted the One Club Model to unify men’s and women’s sections under a single administration and has signed up to the Women in Golf Charter, earning gold certification for its commitment to increasing participation of women and girls in golf.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
71
Type
Links
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees)
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 profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
13 Week Flagship Program for Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 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 2–3≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
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Get StartedStick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
Master touch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring14%
Alignment11%
Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control23%
Alignment16%
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision20%
Dispersion17%
Distance Control17%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control29%
Visualization19%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees)
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees)?
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 Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 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.
How long is Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees) 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 Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Links 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 Ballinascorney (Alternate Tees) 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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