Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dartford Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Dartford, Kent, England

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Total Programs

15 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Dartford Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dartford, 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 40%Distance Control 19%Precision 15%Accuracy 12%Visualization 12%

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.

17.7

Average HCP

10.6

Minimum HCP

31.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Dartford

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

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

Hit bump-n-run 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.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones

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

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Dartford.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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gm@dartfordgolfclub.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

The Clubhouse, Heath Lane Upper

Course Description

Dartford Golf Club is a historic golf facility established in 1897, located in Dartford, Kent. It is owned and run by its members, reflecting a member-owned club model with traditional values. The club offers a golf course and related facilities including a clubhouse and dining options, serving both members and visitors in the region. The environment emphasizes classic golf traditions with a focus on course maintenance and community involvement within the local area.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

James Braid

Opened

1897

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Dartford

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 15 Programs

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Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Eliminate careless misses, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min7 HCP3 drills

Scoring30%

Aim25%

Stroke15%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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

Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy34%

Green Reading9%

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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 HCP4 drills

Distance Control22%

Accuracy18%

Scoring14%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Dartford

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dartford. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

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Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Perfect woods arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP9 drills

Trajectory24%

Precision20%

Scoring19%

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control28%

Visualization17%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control33%

Visualization24%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization19%

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Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Match Mental Image to Result

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics26%

Trajectory20%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Precision20%

Distance Control15%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision32%

Scoring20%

Mechanics15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Dartford

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 Dartford

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

How difficult is Dartford for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Dartford challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Dartford?

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 Dartford?

With a course rating of 70 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 Dartford 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 Dartford and how should I play it?

Dartford 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 Dartford 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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