Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bentra Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Bentra Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bentra, 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 28%Precision 23%Distance Control 17%Trajectory 15%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.

12.4

Average HCP

7.1

Minimum HCP

26.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Bentra

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row.

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Bentra.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Lindsay.Houston@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

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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

Slaughterford Road

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

James Braid

Opened

1935

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bentra

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 16 Programs

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

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

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

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

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Distance Control18%

Precision15%

Accuracy13%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Bentra

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

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Master the art of length: no more short or over drives

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Shape driver flight, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min31 HCP5 drills

Trajectory28%

Mechanics27%

Precision25%

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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion30%

Visualization22%

Accuracy20%

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Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Sink long putts, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills

Distance Control43%

Visualization41%

Dispersion12%

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Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Eliminate mental errors, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min5 HCP5 drills

Scoring29%

Precision24%

Aim23%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Pitch close, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min9 HCP5 drills

Accuracy29%

Scoring25%

Distance Control13%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

Visualize perfect sand, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP5 drills

Trajectory29%

Precision20%

Mechanics18%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring31%

Dispersion23%

Precision17%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory17%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring30%

Precision24%

Trajectory20%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Bentra

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 Bentra

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

How difficult is Bentra for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Bentra technically exacting. 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 Bentra?

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 Bentra?

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 Bentra 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 Bentra 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 Bentra 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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