Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Charnwood Forest Golf Club

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Woodhouse Eaves, Leicestershire, England
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Total Programs

11

11 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

60

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

11

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

Session Durations

5

4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Charnwood (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Charnwood (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

Distance Control 23%Scoring 23%Precision 20%Accuracy 19%Alignment 13%

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.

18.6
Average HCP
10
Minimum HCP
35.8
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Charnwood (Alternate Tees)

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.

Diagram for Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

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

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Charnwood (Alternate Tees).

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

secretary@charnwoodforestgolfclub.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

Breakback Lane

Course Description

Charnwood Forest Golf Club is a golf club located in Leicestershire, England. It is the oldest golf club in the area and features a 9-hole heathland course designed by James Braid. The club offers membership, golf lessons, and welcomes visitors.

golf club • golf course • heathland golf • golf lessons • golf membership • golf • outdoor recreation • leisure • sports • clubhouse

Course Information

Holes

9

Par

69

Type

Parkland

Architect

James Braid

Opened

1890

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Charnwood (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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Pick landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring21%
Alignment20%

14 Week Flagship Program for Charnwood (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Charnwood (Alternate Tees). 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.

Weeks 1–26 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–47 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 4–55 days

Short Game · Pitch

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 5–77 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–86 days

Short Game · Pitch

Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–105 days

Short Game · Flop

Stick Every High Flop To Green

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–116 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–144 days

Driving Range · Driver

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Charnwood (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Charnwood (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Charnwood (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Charnwood (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Charnwood (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 Charnwood (Alternate Tees)?

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 Charnwood (Alternate Tees) 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 Charnwood (Alternate Tees) 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 Charnwood (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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