Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Brae Burn Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

West Newton, Massachusetts, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Main Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Main, 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 33%Precision 23%Distance Control 17%Aim 13%Dispersion 11%

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.

17.5

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

30.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Main

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Flat

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Main.

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@braeburngolf.com

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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

326 Fuller Street

Course Description

Brae Burn is a historic country club located in West Newton, Massachusetts, offering an 18-hole Donald Ross designed golf course, an additional 9-hole layout, extensive tennis facilities, a pool complex, and a full-service clubhouse with dining and event spaces. Founded in 1897, it serves Boston-area residents with year-round golfing, racquet sports, swimming, and social events, including private functions and weddings. The club emphasizes personalized service, a contemporary grille, and seasonal dining, situated about 10 miles from downtown Boston on 200 acres of well-maintained grounds.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Donald Ross

Opened

1897

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Main

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 16 Programs

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Sink All Short Putts

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Scoring22%

Aim20%

Alignment18%

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Chip Through Gate for Aim

Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Aim29%

Alignment21%

Distance Control17%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Main

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Main. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Sink All Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Through Gate for Aim

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Challenge limits, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills

Precision28%

Scoring21%

Distance Control18%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills

Distance Control28%

Dispersion21%

Precision17%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy19%

Aim15%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Scoring30%

Precision18%

Distance Control17%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control28%

Visualization20%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision30%

Dispersion25%

Scoring18%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Maximize Driver Distance

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Trajectory27%

Precision20%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Main

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 Main

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

How difficult is Main for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Main technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Main?

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 Main?

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 Main and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Main 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 Main 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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