Aim for soft landing, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP9 drills
Aim33%
Scoring20%
Accuracy13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Braid Hills No.1 Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Braid Hills-Wee Braids Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Braid Hills-Wee Braids, 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 35%Distance Control 27%Accuracy 15%Aim 12%Dispersion 8%
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.
16.6
Average HCP
7.6
Minimum HCP
33.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Braid Hills-Wee Braids
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Medium
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Braid Hills-Wee Braids.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@edinburghleisure.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
29 Braid Hills Approach
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Braid Hills-Wee Braids
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileSave par, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Scoring42%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion12%
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Stick to mid iron line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring20%
Accuracy20%
15 Week Flagship Program for Braid Hills-Wee Braids
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Braid Hills-Wee Braids. 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.
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 13–15≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Vary your targets and hit them every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
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Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min22 HCP6 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control25%
Precision12%
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control28%
Visualization27%
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Get StartedChip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy27%
Alignment18%
Up-and-down contest, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring38%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion9%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy31%
Aim13%
See landing and roll, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control33%
Visualization23%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion16%
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Braid Hills-Wee Braids
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 Braid Hills-Wee Braids
Get answers to common questions about playing Braid Hills-Wee Braids and what to expect.
How difficult is Braid Hills-Wee Braids for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Braid Hills-Wee Braids technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Braid Hills-Wee Braids?
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 Braid Hills-Wee Braids?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Braid Hills-Wee Braids and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Braid Hills-Wee Braids 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 Braid Hills-Wee Braids 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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