Maintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Braintree Municipal Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
180
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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
Braintree Municipal Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Braintree Municipal Golf Course, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Braintree Municipal Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Pitch | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Braintree Municipal Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
ccoombes@braintreema.gov
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Facilities
Location
101 Jefferson St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
Course Description
Braintree Municipal Golf Course is a public 18-hole golf facility located in Braintree, Massachusetts, offering affordable rates and a range of programs for players of all abilities. The course features five sets of tees, a classic layout with scenic holes and community-oriented events such as outings, junior and women’s instruction, and simulator experiences. It serves the South Shore region near Boston and emphasizes value and accessibility for local golfers. Amenities include a pro shop, instruction programs, and a restaurant in a welcoming municipal setting.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1945
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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 Braintree Municipal Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for GREEN
BLUE Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.7 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.0 · Slope 118
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 18 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 4 | — | 11 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 351 | 196 | 317 | 188 | 525 | 398 | 523 | 377 | 3225 | 510 | 430 | 188 | 474 | 430 | 407 | 198 | 358 | 334 | 3329 | 6554 |
GREEN Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 42.3 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 31.9 · BR 41.6 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 5 | — | 16 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 310 | 316 | 109 | 280 | 141 | 392 | 252 | 434 | 300 | 2534 | 373 | 311 | 112 | 414 | 291 | 287 | 124 | 335 | 306 | 2553 | 5087 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 46.2 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.4 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 18 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 4 | — | 11 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 335 | 335 | 171 | 302 | 165 | 494 | 383 | 500 | 364 | 3049 | 481 | 408 | 172 | 465 | 411 | 391 | 174 | 347 | 314 | 3163 | 6212 |
GREEN Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 48.4 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 47.7 · Slope 111
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 5 | — | 16 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 310 | 316 | 109 | 280 | 141 | 392 | 252 | 434 | 300 | 2534 | 373 | 311 | 112 | 414 | 291 | 287 | 124 | 335 | 306 | 2553 | 5087 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Braintree Municipal Golf Course
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
10 Week Flagship Program for Braintree Municipal Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Braintree Municipal Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedLeave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
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Get StartedAvoid Three-Putts
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Braintree Municipal Golf Course
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 Braintree Municipal Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Braintree Municipal Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Braintree Municipal Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Braintree Municipal Golf Course technically exacting. The 125.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 71.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Braintree Municipal Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5820 yards. The back tees extend to 6554.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Braintree Municipal Golf Course?
With a course rating of 71.4 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 Braintree Municipal Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6554.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Braintree Municipal Golf Course 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 Braintree Municipal Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 6554.0 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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