Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ben Geren Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States of America

Open Flagship Program Visit Club Website→

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 · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Magnolia Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Magnolia, 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%Accuracy 19%Precision 18%Distance Control 15%Aim 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.

18.5

Average HCP

10.4

Minimum HCP

32.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Magnolia

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Magnolia.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

📠

Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

Giving lessons at Ben Geren Golf Course? Get featured here.

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

7200 Zero Street

Course Description

Sebastian County is a local government entity in Arkansas that provides a wide range of public services to residents, including emergency management, property assessment, court administration, law enforcement, elections, tax collection, and parks & recreation. The county operates through multiple departments such as the County Judge, Sheriff, Assessor, Circuit Clerk, and various boards and commissions, serving the community with resources for emergency notifications, public safety, infrastructure, and community development.

county government • public services • emergency management • property assessment • court administration • law enforcement • elections • tax collection • parks and recreation • community development

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Marvin Ferguson

Opened

1970

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.3(198 reviews)

View on Google Maps

Ben Geren Golf Course Social Media Presence

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Official Website

Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Magnolia

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.

Filter programs by category (select one)

Showing 14 Programs

% match to course practice profile

Focus On Pace And Line

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

View Program

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

View Program

Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Sand from longer range, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Distance Control24%

Scoring20%

Aim15%

View Program

See your chip landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

View Program

11 Week Flagship Program for Magnolia

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

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

See your chip landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Open Flagship Program

Mobile app

Star this curriculum and sync to your phone

Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.

★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile

Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.

Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

View Program

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Match swing to trajectory, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP4 drills

Trajectory27%

Precision25%

Mechanics22%

View Program

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring19%

Alignment18%

View Program

Unlock Your Golf Potential

Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.

Get Started

Save Par from Fringe

Beat streaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy37%

Green Reading13%

View Program

How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP3 drills

Distance Control26%

Precision25%

Aim15%

View Program

See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

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

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

View Program

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision34%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory21%

View Program

Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

View Program

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

Save with mid irons, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control22%

Precision17%

View Program

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Aim19%

Mechanics15%

View Program

2026

Prepare for Tournaments at Magnolia

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 Magnolia

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

How difficult is Magnolia for mid-handicap golfers?

Magnolia 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 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Magnolia?

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 Magnolia?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Magnolia 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 Magnolia 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 Magnolia 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.

Nearby Courses