Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Belmont Golf Course

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Richmond, Virginia, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Belmont Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Belmont, 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 27%Distance Control 22%Precision 19%Aim 16%Accuracy 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.

19.6

Average HCP

8.9

Minimum HCP

35.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Belmont

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

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 inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Sand Short

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Belmont.

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

1600 Hilliard Road

Course Description

First Tee – Greater Richmond uses golf as the platform to teach youth life skills and leadership in a fun, inclusive setting. The organization operates at multiple facilities in Central Virginia, offering golf instruction, driving range access, Trackman technology, and developmental programs for youth ages 5-18. Through its programs at Belmont, Elson Redmond, and Tattersall locations, it focuses on character building, community engagement, and accessible pathways to the game of golf. Open facilities and structured events foster introductory experiences as well as competitive opportunities for the local community.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

A.W. Tillinghast/R- Love

Opened

1927

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Belmont

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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Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Stop Missing Short Putts

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Control rollout, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills

Distance Control33%

Precision18%

Alignment18%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Accuracy20%

Aim15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Belmont

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Belmont. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Short Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Control short iron height, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min32 HCP6 drills

Mechanics30%

Trajectory29%

Precision26%

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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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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

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

Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills

Scoring24%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy16%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring19%

Alignment16%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy21%

Distance Control19%

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

Turn into par saves, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Aim21%

Accuracy15%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Scoring19%

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Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

Stick to wedge line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min10 HCP6 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control30%

Accuracy22%

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Control Long Iron Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Belmont

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 Belmont

Get answers to common questions about playing Belmont and what to expect.

How difficult is Belmont for mid-handicap golfers?

Belmont is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 48.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Belmont?

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 Belmont?

With a course rating of 70 and par 48, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 48 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Belmont 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 Belmont 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 Belmont 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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