Align eyes over the ball, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Stroke28%
Scoring17%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bent Pine Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
64
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Bent Pine Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bent Pine, 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 35%Aim 19%Precision 16%Distance Control 16%Accuracy 12%
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.
13.2
Average HCP
5.8
Minimum HCP
25.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Bent Pine
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside quadrants. 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.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Bent Pine.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
bentpine@frontier.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
2480 Duck Lake Road
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1968
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bent Pine
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision34%
Aim15%
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control14%
Precision14%
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Get StartedTurn lies into pars, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy21%
Alignment13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Bent Pine
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bent Pine. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Land 2–3 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy19%
Alignment11%
Sand from longer range, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Distance Control25%
Scoring22%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control23%
Precision14%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP3 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Visualization15%
Control mid iron arc, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP7 drills
Trajectory29%
Distance Control21%
Scoring16%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Bent Pine
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 Bent Pine
Get answers to common questions about playing Bent Pine and what to expect.
How difficult is Bent Pine for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Bent Pine technically exacting. 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 Bent Pine?
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 Bent Pine?
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 Bent Pine 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 Bent Pine 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 Bent Pine 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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