Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Bridgewater Country Club (Old).
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bridgewater Country Club (Old), 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Everything you need to know about Bridgewater Country Club (Old).
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
rocco@bridgewatercountryclub.com
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rd, 700 Gilmore Rd, Fort Erie, ON L2A 5M4, Canada
Bridgewater Country Club is a historic golf and dining destination in the Niagara region, featuring a Stanley Thompson-designed course dating back to 1923 and originally named Erie Downs Golf and Country Club. It offers public-style dining, event hosting, and a private club experience with a focus on a challenging course and scenic views of Fort Erie’s finishing holes. The club also highlights private events, weddings, dining rooms, and seasonal dining options, positioning itself as a premier regional venue for golf, dining, and special occasions. Located in the Niagara area, it serves both as
golf course design • niagara golf • stanley thompson course • fort erie golf • private events • weddings venue • dining room golf club • golf club niagara • public dining golf club • historic golf course • 18-hole golf • golf architecture
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Stanley Thompson
Opened
1927
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Bridgewater Country Club (Old) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Bridgewater Country Club (Old) hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Bridgewater Country Club (Old) hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bridgewater Country Club (Old) hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bridgewater Country Club (Old) hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Programs
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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% match to course practice profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bridgewater Country Club (Old). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 56 days 76 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedThread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Bridgewater Country Club (Old) and what to expect.
Bridgewater Country Club (Old) is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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