Repeat putts until consistent, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision40%
Scoring40%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cardigan Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
53
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Cardigan Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Cardigan, 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 29%Precision 24%Distance Control 17%Trajectory 15%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.
16.6
Average HCP
9
Minimum HCP
28
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Cardigan
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Cardigan.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
cgc@btconnect.com
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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
Gwbert-on-Sea
Course Description
Clwb Golff Aberteifi, known in English as Cardigan Golf Club, is a historic golf club in Cardigan, Wales, established in 1895. The club features a championship-style course with panoramic views and is open 364 days a year, offering a full visitor experience including green fees, golfing lessons, and pro shop services. It hosts open competitions, membership options, and social events such as societies and corporate days, and provides information on how to find the course and related facilities. The site emphasizes a welcoming atmosphere and highlights the course as a memorable test of golf with sea breezes and dramatic scenery.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Grant/Hawtree
Opened
1895
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Cardigan
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileMatch plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
Vary landing spot, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision16%
Trajectory14%
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Get StartedReduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
10 Week Flagship Program for Cardigan
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Cardigan. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Get Square for Success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Visualize the perfect flop, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Aim21%
Trajectory16%
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min12 HCP4 drills
Distance Control39%
Aim13%
Trajectory13%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy20%
Aim12%
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control19%
Scoring19%
Aim17%
Match clubface, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Alignment37%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy18%
Perfect short iron arc, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Dispersion24%
Accuracy16%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring31%
Precision20%
Visualization15%
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Cardigan
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 Cardigan
Get answers to common questions about playing Cardigan and what to expect.
How difficult is Cardigan for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Cardigan technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Cardigan?
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 Cardigan?
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.
How long is Cardigan 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 Cardigan and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Links 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 Cardigan 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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