Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Canford School Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
Canford School (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Canford School (Alternate Tees), 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 Canford School (Alternate Tees)
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Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
DIY Course Medium
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
DIY Course Medium
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Canford School (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
sjr@canford.com
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Facilities
Location
Canford School
Course Description
Canford is among the top co-educational boarding schools in the country for pupils aged 13-18. Academic achievement is excellent - ranked among the top 5 co-educational boarding schools in the UK at A Level by The Daily Telegraph in recent years and the highest mark in the UK in Spanish Pre-U for two consecutive years. However, the school believes that exam results are but one part of academic education and the school has developed a unique Academic Enrichment programme which is open to all with enquiring minds and a love of learning. Participation, hard work and a strong sense of community, teamwork and integrity are hallmarks at Canford. Beyond the classroom, there is a diverse range of intellectual, artistic, cultural and sporting activities on offerfor all abilities and pupils are encouraged to make connections between all aspects of their learning. For those who wish, there are the opportunities to take chosen activities to the highest levels. In sport, for example, rowers regularly represent GB and all Canford hockey teams were county champions for two consecutive years. In the arts, pupils won places on prestigious Art courses at Kingston, a choral scholarship to Magdalen College, Oxford and places in the National Youth Theatre this year. Facilities at Canford are excellent and include a state of the art sports complex, modern theatre, separate music school and art gallery. The campus environment gives Canford a collegiate feel, while the beauty of the Grade 1 listed buildings and 250 acres of parkland provide an inspirational educational setting. Website - www.canford.com
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
68
Type
Parkland
Architect
P. Boult
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Canford School (Alternate Tees)
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 center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Square up, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Canford School (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Canford School (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Short Game · Mixed
Stick Approach From Hazards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedRoll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Canford School (Alternate Tees)
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 Canford School (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Canford School (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Canford School (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
Canford School (Alternate Tees) is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Canford School (Alternate Tees)?
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 Canford School (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Canford School (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Canford School (Alternate Tees) 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 Canford School (Alternate Tees) 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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