45% match
For 6.8 tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Blue Hills Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
179
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Blue Hills Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Blue Hills Country Club, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 23%Precision 19%Aim 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.
17.8
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
30.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Blue Hills Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG)
Putting18 min
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Blue Hills Country Club.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
777 W Burning Tree Dr, Kansas City, MO 64145, USA
Course Description
Blue Hills Country Club has spent the past century nurturing a culture of unity, pride, and camaraderie. In that time, we have established ourselves nationally as a club for championship golf, exquisite dining and service, and top-notch athletic programs in our pool and tennis facilities. Our membership has created a club of both a refined quality of service and a family friendly atmosphere. These features have established Blue Hills Country Club as one of the top private clubs in Kansas City.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bob Dunning
Opened
1963
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.3(166 reviews)
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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 Blue Hills Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 6.8
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through par four heavy layout testing irons repeatedly, with long par fives mixing birdie reward against bogey traps from tough indexes.
6
6.8 Tee
Gender: MalePar 726789 yards6208 metersCR 73.2Bogey 97.7Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 48.8 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 48.9 · Slope 131
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 11 | — | 14 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 513 | 402 | 387 | 417 | 162 | 529 | 398 | 195 | 403 | 3406 | 382 | 361 | 166 | 502 | 188 | 424 | 420 | 412 | 528 | 3383 | 6789 |
7
7.0 Tee
Gender: MalePar 726917 yards6325 metersCR 74.2Bogey 98.9Slope 133
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 49.2 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 49.7 · Slope 133
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 11 | — | 14 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 513 | 402 | 387 | 417 | 162 | 529 | 398 | 195 | 403 | 3406 | 382 | 361 | 178 | 532 | 188 | 450 | 446 | 412 | 562 | 3511 | 6917 |
7
7.4 Tee
Gender: MalePar 727346 yards6717 metersCR 75.8Bogey 100.7Slope 134
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 50.0 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 50.7 · Slope 135
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 11 | — | 14 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 523 | 419 | 405 | 446 | 197 | 567 | 417 | 223 | 441 | 3638 | 397 | 384 | 188 | 560 | 187 | 460 | 456 | 449 | 627 | 3708 | 7346 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Blue Hills Country Club
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile42% match
For 6.8 tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
49% match
For 6.8 tees
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment29%
Distance Control20%
64% match
For 6.8 tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Aim14%
Dispersion14%
11 Week Flagship Program for Blue Hills Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Blue Hills Country Club. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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46% match
For 6.8 tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Aim18%
Mechanics15%
71% match
For 6.8 tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
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Get Started70% match
For 6.8 tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control22%
Alignment13%
34% match
For 6.8 tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory14%
45% match
For 6.8 tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
58% match
For 6.8 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment23%
Aim21%
65% match
For 6.8 tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy20%
Alignment15%
67% match
For 6.8 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For 6.8 tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Scoring19%
Distance Control14%
57% match
For 6.8 tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Precision37%
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
50% match
For 6.8 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring34%
Aim33%
Alignment13%
65% match
For 6.8 tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control25%
Scoring15%
74% match
For 6.8 tees
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring19%
Precision16%
56% match
For 6.8 tees
Stick approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring29%
Alignment15%
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Get Started63% match
For 6.8 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control21%
Aim19%
63% match
For 7.0 tees
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
76% match
For 7.0 tees
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Accuracy17%
51% match
For 7.0 tees
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
67% match
For 7.0 tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Aim24%
Distance Control21%
19% match
For 7.0 tees
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
53% match
For 7.0 tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Scoring21%
Mechanics10%
72% match
For 7.0 tees
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Scoring15%
Precision15%
42% match
For 7.0 tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
45% match
For 7.0 tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
63% match
For 7.0 tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim32%
Alignment16%
Scoring14%
78% match
For 7.0 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Accuracy16%
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Get Started67% match
For 7.0 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For 7.0 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
64% match
For 7.0 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment26%
Aim20%
74% match
For 7.0 tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy20%
Scoring18%
74% match
For 7.0 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
Scoring14%
59% match
For 7.0 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Aim23%
Distance Control20%
35% match
For 7.0 tees
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
62% match
For 7.0 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
66% match
For 7.0 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
66% match
For 7.4 tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
48% match
For 7.4 tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control28%
Dispersion20%
67% match
For 7.4 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision24%
Dispersion17%
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Get Started66% match
For 7.4 tees
Work together for contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control26%
Scoring17%
38% match
For 7.4 tees
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
66% match
For 7.4 tees
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Blue Hills Country Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Hills Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Blue Hills Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Blue Hills Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Blue Hills Country Club presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 134.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 75.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Blue Hills Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 7068 yards. The back tees extend to 7346.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Blue Hills Country Club?
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 Blue Hills Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 7346.0 yards at maximum length, it favors players with above-average driving distance.
What type of course is Blue Hills Country Club and how should I play it?
Blue Hills Country Club 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 Blue Hills Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 7346.0 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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