Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Clovelly Golf Club

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St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada

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Total Programs

13 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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Black Duck Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Black Duck, 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 25%Distance Control 24%Accuracy 19%Precision 16%Trajectory 14%

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.

20.3

Average HCP

12.2

Minimum HCP

38.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Black Duck

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

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.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Black Duck.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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jdobbin@clovelly.ca

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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

100 Golf Course Road

Course Description

One of Atlantic Canada's premier golfing facilities and social clubs, Clovelly is known for its two exceptional 18-hole courses, The Osprey and Black Duck. Nestled in the northeast end of St. John's amidst natural surroundings, we pride ourselves on being a family friendly club with a dynamic membership that thrives on camaraderie, friendship and fun. The Clovelly experience is much more than just exceptional golf. Our members and the general public can enjoy a variety of special holiday events and delicious dining at our restaurant Nineteen; as well as have access to our beautiful facilities for private or corporate functions. In fact, Clovelly has become a destination of choice of executives, clients, partners and employees. Clovelly attracts business professionals who are looking for an alternative to the typical hotel or office venue to host their business meetings, teambuilding sessions or corporate events. After all, our beautiful grounds and spaces inspire both creativity and productivity. We offer corporate golf memberships and tournaments, and we continue to be open during the off-season for corporate events and meetings, as well as private dining. Please visit www.clovelly.ca for more information and an online tour of our facilities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Graham Cooke

Opened

1997

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Black Duck

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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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Accuracy39%

Scoring23%

Aim14%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control29%

Alignment18%

Aim16%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Control woods rollout, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy23%

Scoring18%

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Feel the yardage: control long iron distance

Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Black Duck

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Black Duck. 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 · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stick Chip Close To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Week 15≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Vary your targets and hit them every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

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

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Distance Control23%

Aim16%

Precision13%

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Stick Chip Close To Hole

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring26%

Accuracy19%

Distance Control13%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

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

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Scoring44%

Accuracy23%

Precision14%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills

Distance Control33%

Aim19%

Precision12%

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Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Fade or draw woods, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min20 HCP7 drills

Trajectory22%

Scoring21%

Precision17%

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Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee

Advantage from tee, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP6 drills

Scoring31%

Distance Control18%

Trajectory18%

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Pick your line and stick it—woods accuracy challenge

Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Black Duck

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 Black Duck

Get answers to common questions about playing Black Duck and what to expect.

How difficult is Black Duck for mid-handicap golfers?

Black Duck is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 62.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Black Duck?

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 Black Duck?

With a course rating of 70 and par 62, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 62 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Black Duck and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Black Duck and how should I play it?

Black Duck is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Black Duck 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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