Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Berkeley Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Berkeley Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Berkeley, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Berkeley
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Flop | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Berkeley.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@berkeley-cc.com
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Facilities
Location
4172 Nagahata
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1976
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Berkeley
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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% match to course practice profileFocus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Berkeley
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Berkeley. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Flop
Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedImprove accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect short iron arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Berkeley
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 Berkeley
Get answers to common questions about playing Berkeley and what to expect.
How difficult is Berkeley for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Berkeley challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Berkeley?
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 Berkeley?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Berkeley and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Berkeley and how should I play it?
Berkeley is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Berkeley 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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