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

14 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Little Bell Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Little Bell, 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

Distance Control 25%Scoring 19%Precision 19%Aim 17%Dispersion 17%

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.

14.9

Average HCP

7.9

Minimum HCP

29.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Little Bell

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Little Bell.

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

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Little Bell

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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Keep Par Safe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Aim30%

Scoring22%

Dispersion14%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Distance Control33%

Dispersion21%

Alignment12%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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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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13 Week Flagship Program for Little Bell

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Little Bell. 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≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills

Distance Control25%

Aim20%

Precision15%

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Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Precision32%

Aim21%

Distance Control17%

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Land Within 2 Feet

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

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

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

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Distance Control23%

Aim20%

Precision13%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills

Precision25%

Dispersion17%

Aim17%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills

Distance Control24%

Dispersion14%

Precision14%

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Pin seeker: hit every short iron to the green

Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Precision Short Irons

Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring31%

Dispersion18%

Precision16%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Control woods rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP4 drills

Distance Control33%

Scoring19%

Dispersion16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Little Bell

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 Little Bell

Get answers to common questions about playing Little Bell and what to expect.

How difficult is Little Bell for mid-handicap golfers?

Little Bell 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 18.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Little Bell?

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 Little Bell?

With a course rating of 70 and par 18, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 18 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Little Bell 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 Little Bell 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 Little Bell 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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