Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Carnoustie Golf Links

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Carnoustie, Angus, Scotland

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+4 more

Championship Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Championship, 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 34%Distance Control 28%Accuracy 13%Precision 12%Dispersion 11%

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.

11.7

Average HCP

5.5

Minimum HCP

24.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Championship

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Championship.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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golf@carnoustiegolflinks.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

20 Links Parade

Course Description

Carnoustie Golf Links is an iconic, world-leading golf destination in Scotland and home to Golf's Greatest Test. Golf has been played at the Links since the 16th century and it was Carnoustie natives who went on to establish the Professional Golfer's Associations of America and Australia.We look forward to warmly welcoming you to play our fantastic three courses, The Championship Course, The Burnside Course and The Buddon Course. The Championship Course played host to The 147th Open in 2018, with Francesco Molinari becoming the Champion Golfer of the Year.The Championship Course has hosted eight Open Championships, two Women's Opens and two Senior Open making it one of the very few to have done so in the UK. It is one of the three courses used for the annual Dunhill Links. In 2019, the Championship Course was named the World's Best Golf Course at the World Golf Awards. The Burnside Course oozes character and from the back tees is a splendid test of golf. It was here in 1953 where the great Ben Hogan shot 70 to help him qualify for the Open Championship which he subsequently won.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

James Braid

Opened

1850

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Championship

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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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Turn lies into pars, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Scoring35%

Accuracy19%

Distance Control11%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Distance Control22%

Accuracy22%

Scoring16%

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Precision Long Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Championship

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Championship. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand 10–25 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Short Game23-26 min21 HCP6 drills

Distance Control36%

Aim20%

Scoring13%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Sand from longer range, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Distance Control23%

Scoring19%

Aim12%

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Make Par Around the Green

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring24%

Aim17%

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Stop Every Shot Within 2 Feet

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring55%

Distance Control30%

Visualization15%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Precision24%

Distance Control20%

Aim17%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Beat streaks, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring39%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control11%

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Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards

Control mid iron rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP4 drills

Distance Control42%

Dispersion17%

Trajectory15%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Precision17%

Distance Control17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Championship

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 Championship

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

How difficult is Championship for mid-handicap golfers?

Championship presents a demanding test. 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 Championship?

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 Championship?

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 Championship 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 Championship 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 Championship 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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