Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bent Brook Golf Club

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Birmingham, Alabama, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Brook/Windmill Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Brook/Windmill, 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 32%Precision 19%Aim 19%Accuracy 15%Alignment 13%

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.

Average HCP

10.6

Minimum HCP

28.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Brook/Windmill

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Fairway | Flat

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones

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

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Brook/Windmill.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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msmith@bentbrook.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

7900 Dickey Springs Road

Course Description

Bent Brook is a public golf course located near Birmingham, Alabama, offering 27 holes across three courses that provide a club-quality experience for public play. Established in 1988, the club underwent a major renovation in 2016 to enhance greens, bunkers, and overall playability. Visitors can enjoy a scenic setting with features like the Graveyard, Brook, and Windmill courses, and there are recreational amenities and an on-site grille for food and catering services. The course emphasizes accessible yet high-standard golf for locals and visitors in central Alabama.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ward Northrup

Opened

1988

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Brook/Windmill

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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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min1 HCP5 drills

Scoring32%

Precision31%

Aim17%

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Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Dispersion20%

Accuracy18%

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Picture Perfect Roll

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy23%

Visualization22%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Brook/Windmill

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Brook/Windmill. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Scoring24%

Distance Control18%

Dispersion16%

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Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Aim28%

Scoring26%

Alignment22%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Aim28%

Alignment25%

Precision14%

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

Up-and-down contest, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Scoring36%

Alignment19%

Aim16%

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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 3-Wood Shots

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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

Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Brook/Windmill

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 Brook/Windmill

Get answers to common questions about playing Brook/Windmill and what to expect.

How difficult is Brook/Windmill for mid-handicap golfers?

Brook/Windmill 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 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Brook/Windmill?

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 Brook/Windmill?

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 Brook/Windmill 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 Brook/Windmill 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 Brook/Windmill 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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