63% match
For Green tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Scoring21%
Distance Control19%
Alignment16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Clontarf Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
215
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Clontarf Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Clontarf Golf Club, 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 26%Scoring 23%Accuracy 17%Precision 16%Aim 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.
17
Average HCP
9.3
Minimum HCP
33
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Clontarf Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
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.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Clontarf Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@clontarfgolfclub.ie
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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
Donnycarney House, Malahide Rd, Northside, Dublin, Ireland
Course Description
Clontarf Golf and Bowling Club is one of Dublin’s oldest golf clubs with a large member base across ladies, men’s, junior, and bowling sections. The club combines golf facilities with lawn bowls and social amenities, serving members and visitors in Dublin, Ireland. It features a historic presence in the heart of Dublin City, offering courses, fixtures, and community activities. The site highlights bookings for members and visitors, club events, and local dining options at the on-site restaurant and bar.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
H.S. Colt
Opened
1912
Google Reviews
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⭐4.4(312 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Clontarf Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Green
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating par four battles where iron placement secures pars or risks bogeys, especially as back nine lengths build tougher scoring pressure with steady short par three tests.This course delivers repeating par four battles where iron placement secures pars or risks bogeys, especially as back nine lengths build tougher scoring pressure with steady short par three tests.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 695890 yards5386 metersCR 68.6Bogey 90.7Slope 119
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.3 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.4 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 333 | 448 | 315 | 152 | 375 | 142 | 390 | 386 | 317 | 2858 | 397 | 220 | 375 | 273 | 347 | 161 | 384 | 383 | 492 | 3032 | 5890 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: MalePar 695677 yards5191 metersCR 67.4Bogey 88.6Slope 114
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 43.0 · Slope 110
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 118
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 324 | 438 | 307 | 135 | 365 | 129 | 351 | 381 | 305 | 2735 | 389 | 193 | 370 | 270 | 338 | 148 | 376 | 375 | 483 | 2942 | 5677 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715677 yards5191 metersCR 73.5Bogey 104.8Slope 133
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.9 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 53.9 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 324 | 438 | 307 | 135 | 365 | 129 | 351 | 381 | 305 | 2735 | 389 | 193 | 370 | 270 | 338 | 148 | 376 | 375 | 483 | 2942 | 5677 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715451 yards4984 metersCR 72.5Bogey 102.5Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 49.7 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 52.8 · Slope 133
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 316 | 427 | 303 | 132 | 338 | 128 | 336 | 342 | 285 | 2607 | 370 | 183 | 355 | 270 | 328 | 144 | 364 | 365 | 465 | 2844 | 5451 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Clontarf Golf Club
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile57% match
For Green tees
Beat streaks, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy23%
Green Reading13%
58% match
For Green tees
Fade or draw woods, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min28 HCP5 drills
Trajectory23%
Precision19%
Mechanics18%
71% match
For Green tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control30%
Accuracy22%
15 Week Flagship Program for Clontarf Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Clontarf Golf Club. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Week 11≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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63% match
For Green tees
Hit intended line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min24 HCP8 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control19%
Alignment10%
56% match
For Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Scoring19%
Alignment18%
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Get Started76% match
For Green tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control16%
Scoring16%
Precision15%
66% match
For Green tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Green tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring24%
Alignment14%
59% match
For Green tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision28%
Alignment19%
57% match
For Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Alignment25%
Scoring23%
77% match
For Green tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring21%
Distance Control15%
71% match
For Green tees
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Precision16%
63% match
For Green tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
52% match
For Green tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Precision35%
Aim23%
Distance Control19%
65% match
For Red tees
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring19%
Alignment19%
52% match
For Red tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
51% match
For Red tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
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Get Started64% match
For Red tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
60% match
For Red tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control30%
Dispersion25%
Precision18%
63% match
For Red tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring37%
Precision22%
Aim12%
41% match
For Blue tees
Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control8%
44% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
41% match
For Blue tees
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
60% match
For Blue tees
Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control12%
61% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control23%
Aim21%
66% match
For Blue tees
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP9 drills
Trajectory26%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
56% match
For Blue tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
44% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
73% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring24%
Aim22%
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Get Started67% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy27%
Alignment21%
Distance Control16%
73% match
For Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
Precision14%
46% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Precision35%
Aim28%
Distance Control12%
63% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Aim21%
Alignment16%
60% match
For Blue tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment29%
Aim21%
Distance Control20%
65% match
For Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy27%
Distance Control15%
65% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring18%
Trajectory17%
59% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control28%
Aim14%
72% match
For Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy22%
Aim14%
64% match
For Green tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
67% match
For Green tees
Challenge limits, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion13%
67% match
For Green tees
Feel the distance, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision18%
Alignment16%
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Get Started61% match
For Green tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Distance Control37%
Accuracy19%
Alignment16%
73% match
For Green tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy18%
Trajectory17%
70% match
For Green tees
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
70% match
For Green tees
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Clontarf Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Clontarf Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Clontarf Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Clontarf Golf Club technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 68.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Clontarf Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5670 yards. The back tees extend to 5890.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Clontarf Golf Club?
With a course rating of 68.6 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 Clontarf Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 5890.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Clontarf Golf Club 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 Clontarf Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 119.0 and yardage reaching 5890.0 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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