Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Brora Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Brora, The Highlands, Scotland

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlPrecision+4 more

Brora Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Brora, 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

Distance Control 25%Scoring 23%Accuracy 20%Aim 15%Alignment 14%

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.

15.5

Average HCP

7.3

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Brora

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range43 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Longer)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit flop shot 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Chip | 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Brora.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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secretary@broragolf.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

Golf Road

Course Description

Five-time Open Champion Peter Thomson rates Brora as the best traditional links course in the world while writers and players glory in its fabulous setting, its superb condition and the devilish challenges this gem offers.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

James Braid

Opened

1923

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Brora

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Pick Landing Spot

Avoid 3-putt, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Accuracy31%

Distance Control18%

Scoring17%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy24%

Alignment20%

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Land it soft: consistent length on short shots

Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min11 HCP8 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring31%

Accuracy14%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Brora

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

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it soft: consistent length on short shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Pick your line and stick it—long iron accuracy

Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control23%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Distance Control24%

Accuracy22%

Precision16%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Check clubface, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP8 drills

Alignment33%

Distance Control20%

Accuracy10%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Accuracy25%

Distance Control20%

Aim12%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Accuracy25%

Alignment20%

Distance Control17%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Aim34%

Precision17%

Alignment13%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Pick your spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills

Scoring29%

Aim26%

Alignment13%

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control23%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control19%

Precision17%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Precision32%

Scoring18%

Distance Control13%

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Distance Control20%

Accuracy18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Brora

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 Brora

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

How difficult is Brora for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Brora technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Brora?

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 Brora?

With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Brora and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 Brora 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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