Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Beaufort Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
19
19 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
93
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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
Beaufort Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Beaufort, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Beaufort
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Sand | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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 Beaufort.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@beaufort-golf-club.com
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Facilities
Location
Beaufort
Course Description
Beaufort Golf Course is a renowned 18-hole parkland championship golf course located near Killarney, on the Ring of Kerry road in County Kerry, Ireland. The club offers visitor and member tee time booking, hosts tournaments, and provides facilities and lessons for players of all standards. It is set in scenic surroundings and aims to be enjoyable for golfers of all levels. The Beaufort Golf Club is known for its coastal Irish charm and convenient access from Beaufort and Killarney.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom McKenzie
Opened
1995
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Beaufort
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 19 Programs
% match to course practice profilePosition feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Beaufort
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Beaufort. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you fly it out and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Turn Chips into Birdie Chances
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick spot and trust, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Beaufort
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 Beaufort
Get answers to common questions about playing Beaufort and what to expect.
How difficult is Beaufort for mid-handicap golfers?
Beaufort is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Beaufort?
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 Beaufort?
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 Beaufort and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Beaufort and how should I play it?
Beaufort 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.
What features make Beaufort 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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