Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dalmahoy, A Marriott Hotel and Country Club

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

East Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East, 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%Distance Control 26%Precision 16%Trajectory 14%Dispersion 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.

Average HCP

9.8

Minimum HCP

34.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for East

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about East.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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golf.dalmahoy@marriotthotels.co.uk

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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

Dalmahoy Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

James Braid

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for East

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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See Shot Before Hit

Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus

Check clubface, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills

Alignment34%

Scoring25%

Accuracy18%

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Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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12 Week Flagship Program for East

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

See Shot Before Hit

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Distance Control28%

Aim21%

Dispersion21%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Master touch, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Distance Control36%

Precision15%

Aim14%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills

Precision26%

Aim19%

Dispersion15%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Shape driver flight, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP4 drills

Trajectory31%

Distance Control19%

Precision17%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Hit the green with the perfect arc

Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision23%

Mechanics23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at East

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 East

Get answers to common questions about playing East and what to expect.

How difficult is East for mid-handicap golfers?

East presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 73.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at East?

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 East?

With a course rating of 70 and par 73, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 73 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is East and how does yardage affect play?

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

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

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.

What features make East 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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