Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Breedon Priory Golf Centre

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Derby, Leicestershire, England

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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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Par 3 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par 3, 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 30%Aim 22%Accuracy 16%Precision 15%Distance Control 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.

17.6

Average HCP

8.7

Minimum HCP

32.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Par 3

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand 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

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.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Par 3.

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

Green Lane, Wilson

Course Description

Breedon Priory Golf Centre operates a multi-course golf facility located near Wilson on the border of North West Leicestershire and South Derbyshire, with the main Priory course and an Academy course plus a 12-hole par 3 course. The site also features a clubhouse, visitor access, member activities, and coaching from a PGA golf professional, offering experiences for both visitors and members. It is complemented by a on-site health club and additional facilities nearby, making it a regional leisure and golf destination in the East Midlands area of England.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Snell/Ashton

Opened

1991

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Par 3

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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Pace Putts To Hole

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring18%

Aim15%

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Chip Through Gate for Aim

Chip through gate, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP6 drills

Aim32%

Scoring23%

Alignment13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Par 3

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par 3. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Through Gate for Aim

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy22%

Distance Control14%

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

Save par clutch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP3 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring24%

Accuracy16%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring30%

Accuracy21%

Distance Control10%

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Visualize the perfect flop, then make it happen

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

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics26%

Trajectory20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Par 3

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 Par 3

Get answers to common questions about playing Par 3 and what to expect.

How difficult is Par 3 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Par 3 challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Par 3?

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 Par 3?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Par 3 and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Par 3 and how should I play it?

Par 3 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 Par 3 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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