Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Blairgowrie Golf Club

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Blairgowrie, Perth and Kinross, Scotland

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Total Programs

15 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Lansdowne Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lansdowne, 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 27%Aim 20%Precision 19%Distance Control 17%Accuracy 15%

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.

18.2

Average HCP

7.8

Minimum HCP

33.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lansdowne

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lansdowne.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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office@theblairgowriegolfclub.co.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

Golf Course Road

Course Description

The Blairgowrie Golf Club is one of the UK's most highly regarded golf clubs, famous for its rich history and Championship golf courses. The Club features the renowned Rosemount and Lansdowne Championship courses plus our majestic 9-hole course which are all set in heather lined avenues of pine and silver birch.Founded as a private members' club in 1889, it is situated in the heart of the magnificent Perthshire countryside. All of our courses consistently feature in Scotland's Top 100 Golf Courses, so it's no wonder golf at Blairgowrie Golf Club is enjoyed by so many from near and far.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Dave Thomas

Opened

1979

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.7(359 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lansdowne

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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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

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

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy22%

Aim14%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Alignment23%

Precision13%

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Control Short Iron Flight

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Lansdowne

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lansdowne. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 15≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Precision Long Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control16%

Scoring11%

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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy29%

Scoring23%

Aim14%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring17%

Alignment12%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into par saves, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills

Scoring34%

Aim19%

Alignment15%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Aim26%

Distance Control24%

Precision16%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics17%

Aim16%

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Long Iron Distance Control

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Eliminate wild misses, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP3 drills

Dispersion29%

Precision23%

Scoring15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Lansdowne

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Lansdowne

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

How difficult is Lansdowne for mid-handicap golfers?

Lansdowne is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lansdowne?

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 Lansdowne?

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 Lansdowne and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Lansdowne and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 Lansdowne 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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