Beat streaks, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy23%
Alignment13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Button Hole Golf & Learning Center
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Button Hole Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Button Hole, 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%Distance Control 22%Precision 22%Trajectory 12%Aim 12%
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.
20.2
Average HCP
12.1
Minimum HCP
36
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Button Hole
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Hard
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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
Short irons (9,8) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Button Hole.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
jrourke@buttonhole.org
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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
One Button Hole Drive
Course Description
Button Hole is a non-profit initiative governed by The Golf Foundation of Rhode Island and dedicated to providing a short course and teaching center focused on kids and "golf, the greatest game."Through the teaching of "A Lesson In Golf...A Lesson in Life," young people from all backgrounds learn life's lessons of honesty, humility, and perseverance while gaining respect for the environment and their community. Button Hole is truly a "kid's field of dreams." We greened a gravel pit and turned it into an oasis of recreation where within the game of golf, differences in age, gender, and ethnicity disappear and provide an extraordinary mentoring opportunity.We are proud to have two of the finest PGA Tour players from Rhode Island as Honorary Co-Chairs of Button Hole: Billy Andrade and Brad Faxon.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Architect
P. B. Dye/Ron Pritchard/Brad Faxon
Opened
2001
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Button Hole
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profilePitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision22%
Aim15%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
13 Week Flagship Program for Button Hole
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Button Hole. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you fly it out and stop it close?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Scoring15%
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Get StartedFeel the green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control33%
Visualization20%
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Stop on a dime, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills
Scoring50%
Distance Control31%
Visualization19%
Fly out and stop close, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min19 HCP8 drills
Aim32%
Distance Control19%
Scoring15%
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control33%
Visualization18%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision30%
Aim25%
Mechanics15%
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision33%
Trajectory27%
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory14%
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision32%
Dispersion23%
Scoring18%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Button Hole
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 Button Hole
Get answers to common questions about playing Button Hole and what to expect.
How difficult is Button Hole for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Button Hole technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Button Hole?
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 Button Hole?
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Button Hole and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Button Hole and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Button Hole 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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