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Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Birmingham Cc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
194
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Birmingham Cc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Birmingham Cc, 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 Birmingham Cc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Pitch| Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Chip | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to land a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Birmingham Cc.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
barb@bhamcc.com
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Facilities
Location
1750 Saxon Dr, Birmingham, MI 48009, USA
Course Description
Birmingham Country Club is a private membership family-oriented country club located in Birmingham, Michigan, twenty minutes north of downtown Detroit. We are Committed to Excellence and dedicated to providing best-in-class family-centric dining, social, wellness, and recreational activities. Situated on 161 rolling acres along the Rouge River that was once the Case Farm, BCC is one of the most prestigious country clubs in the Metro Detroit Area. Originally founded as Birmingham Golf Club, the championship Tom Bendelow design has a rich tradition that includes hosting the 1953 PGA Championship, the 1968 US Women's Amateur and the 1984 US Men's Senior Amateur. The golf course underwent an extensive $2.5 million restoration in 2015 under the direction of consulting architect Bruce Hepner.The original clubhouse was a white farmhouse on Northlawn across from the 18th fairway that today is a private residence. The current Tudor clubhouse opened on March 30, 1930, and offers a variety of venues for regular dining as well as social engagements. The clubhouse underwent significant renovations in the spring of 2016 as part of a $5 million facilities improvement project in celebration of its Centennial.In addition to the 18 Hole golf course and practice facilities, athletic facilities include a fitness room, 6 outdoor tennis courts (4 hard | 2 clay), 4 lighted paddle tennis courts, tennis and paddle clubhouses, and an Olympic pool. Food and beverage facilities include family and adult-centric casual dining, white tablecloth fine dining, and al fresco dining on the prominent patio and two poolside venues - The Dive Bar and High Dive.BCC offers a constant variety of activities and programs for Members of all ages and has very active junior sports programming in golf, tennis and swimming.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Bendelow/Donald Ross/ Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Opened
1916
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Birmingham Cc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
GREEN Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.7 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 51.3 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | — | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 490 | 277 | 140 | 363 | 322 | 330 | 145 | 432 | 274 | 2773 | 315 | 106 | 331 | 362 | 433 | 121 | 306 | 300 | 448 | 2722 | 5495 |
HYBRID Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 50.5 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 50.1 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | — | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 394 | 277 | 140 | 288 | 322 | 330 | 145 | 432 | 274 | 2602 | 247 | 106 | 331 | 336 | 433 | 121 | 237 | 300 | 448 | 2559 | 5161 |
SILVER Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 49.3 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.9 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | — | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 394 | 277 | 122 | 288 | 322 | 266 | 89 | 432 | 274 | 2464 | 247 | 98 | 232 | 336 | 395 | 121 | 237 | 300 | 448 | 2414 | 4878 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.1 · BR 54.2 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.7 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 11 | — | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 490 | 352 | 158 | 400 | 374 | 341 | 168 | 488 | 357 | 3128 | 325 | 118 | 342 | 381 | 471 | 183 | 335 | 381 | 521 | 3057 | 6185 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Birmingham Cc
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 profileMake Every 20+ Ft Putt
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Birmingham Cc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Birmingham Cc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Control driver arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedControl long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedSand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Birmingham Cc
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 Birmingham Cc
Get answers to common questions about playing Birmingham Cc and what to expect.
How difficult is Birmingham Cc for mid-handicap golfers?
Birmingham Cc presents a demanding test. The 137.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 75.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Birmingham Cc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5532 yards. The back tees extend to 6185.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Birmingham Cc?
With a course rating of 75.8 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 Birmingham Cc and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6185.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Birmingham Cc 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 Birmingham Cc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 137.0 and yardage reaching 6185.0 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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