Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Black Bush Golf Club

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Thomastown, Meath, Ireland

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

A - Black Bush Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for A - Black Bush, 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

Precision 23%Aim 22%Scoring 18%Distance Control 17%Trajectory 17%

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.

23.7

Average HCP

11.7

Minimum HCP

36.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for A - Black Bush

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about A - Black Bush.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@blackbushgolfclub.ie

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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

Greenpark Reask

Course Description

Black Bush Golf Club operates a multi-course golfing facility located in Dunshaughlin, County Meath, Ireland. The club offers golf on several courses with facilities including a Pro Shop, restaurant, and various member and visitor amenities as indicated by its club navigation. The site highlights course status updates, member areas, and a focus on junior and ladies golf programs, reflecting a community-centered Irish golf destination. It presents itself as a traditional Irish golf club with a clubhouse atmosphere and local course perspectives.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert J. Browne

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for A - Black Bush

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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Hole Mid-Length Putts

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Pace Putts To Hole

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Accuracy20%

Distance Control19%

Aim14%

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Precision26%

Aim21%

Distance Control14%

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12 Week Flagship Program for A - Black Bush

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for A - Black Bush. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Driver

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Consistent mid iron length, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills

Distance Control39%

Accuracy17%

Trajectory14%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Get square, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Alignment29%

Scoring22%

Accuracy13%

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How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Work together for contact, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills

Alignment31%

Scoring31%

Aim14%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills

Distance Control21%

Precision19%

Scoring17%

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

Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision23%

Mechanics19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision27%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at A - Black Bush

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about A - Black Bush

Get answers to common questions about playing A - Black Bush and what to expect.

How difficult is A - Black Bush for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, A - Black Bush challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at A - Black Bush?

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 A - Black Bush?

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 A - Black Bush and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is A - Black Bush and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 A - Black Bush 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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