Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know A/C.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
106
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for A/C, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
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Connemara Golf Links is a championship links golf course located near Clifden in Co. Galway, Ireland. The historic course, designed by Eddie Hackett, celebrates its 50th anniversary and offers dramatic coastal views with both challenging front and back nines. The club provides well-appointed facilities including a clubhouse with bar and restaurant, a pro shop, a practice range and putting green, and hosts visitor and member golfing experiences supported by online booking. The scenic setting along Derrigimla Bog and Mannin Bay makes it a premier golf destination in Connemara and Galway.
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Holes
27
Par
70
Type
Links
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on A/C hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on A/C hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on A/C hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on A/C hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on A/C hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for A/C. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 52 days 71 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Control the arc: launch and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
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Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedStay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit close to hole, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control mid iron arc, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing A/C and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, A/C challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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.
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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