Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cumberwell Park Golf Club

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Total Programs

17 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+6 more

Par 3 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par 3, 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 28%Precision 21%Distance Control 18%Accuracy 16%Visualization 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.

21.7

Average HCP

11.5

Minimum HCP

36.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Par 3

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

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Par 3.

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

A363 Road

Course Description

With this elegant, tranquil setting you will find a venue that provides the ideal location for an enjoyable golfing experience. Set within 700 acres of beautiful parkland amidst woods, lakes and rolling countryside you will find a venue ideal for business or pleasure.Since opening in 1994 Cumberwell Park is now established as one of the best courses in the South West and has been awarded for stars in Golf World's Top Courses in Britain. The Club is also an accredited Golf Mark and Club Mark facility.The 36 hole course designed by Adrian Stiff provides different challenges for golfers of every ability. The course encompasses a wonderful blend of rolling countryside, lakes, streams, natural copse and woodland.The natural contours of the landscape have shaped the design of the course, which covers 400 acres. The beauty and interest of the course is further enhanced by nine lakes, thirty-four acres of woodland and free flowing streams.The standard of service catering is exceptional throughout with food locally sourced and freshly prepared on site.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Adrian Stiff

Opened

1994

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Par 3

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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Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Maintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Hit Every Long Putt

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control47%

Visualization33%

Dispersion12%

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See Shot Before Hit

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Stop Ball on Dime

Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills

Distance Control34%

Alignment21%

Accuracy20%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Par 3

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par 3. 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 · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Ball on Dime

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Leave tap-ins, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP9 drills

Precision33%

Scoring21%

Mechanics10%

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Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Visualization8%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Save par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy28%

Distance Control10%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Save par, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy22%

Visualization8%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Sand from longer range, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Distance Control20%

Scoring17%

Aim16%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Hit the green with the perfect arc

Perfect short iron arc, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min32 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision26%

Mechanics26%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Thread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP8 drills

Precision33%

Scoring18%

Mechanics11%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Par 3

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Par 3

Get answers to common questions about playing Par 3 and what to expect.

How difficult is Par 3 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Par 3 challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Par 3?

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 Par 3?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Par 3 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 Par 3 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 Par 3 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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