Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for City of Mason Golf Center

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Mason, Ohio, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

The Academy Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Academy, 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 26%Precision 22%Distance Control 17%Aim 17%Accuracy 15%

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.

14.1

Average HCP

7.8

Minimum HCP

26.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Academy

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Academy.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

6042 Fairway Drive

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jack Nicklaus/Desmond Muirhead

Opened

2006

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Academy

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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Control 9 Ft Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots

Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision41%

Scoring35%

Green Reading8%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills

Aim21%

Accuracy19%

Distance Control18%

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11 Week Flagship Program for The Academy

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Academy. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par From Fringe

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Make All 6 Ft Putts

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills

Accuracy20%

Scoring20%

Precision16%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills

Distance Control25%

Alignment24%

Precision16%

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Save Par From Fringe

Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Aim8%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min12 HCP3 drills

Accuracy35%

Scoring23%

Distance Control22%

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Maximize Driver Distance

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Precision Long Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring20%

Dispersion13%

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Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP3 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring25%

Distance Control18%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about The Academy

Get answers to common questions about playing The Academy and what to expect.

How difficult is The Academy for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, The Academy challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 16.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Academy?

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 The Academy?

With a course rating of 70 and par 16, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 16 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is The Academy and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is The Academy 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 The Academy 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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