Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dartmouth Golf & Country Club

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Dartmouth, Devon, England

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Total Programs

14 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

Championship Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Championship, 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 31%Distance Control 25%Precision 19%Accuracy 12%Trajectory 11%

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

9.1

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Championship

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

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

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 | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

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

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Championship.

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

Blackawton

Course Description

Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa - Devon's Premier Hotel, Golf & Leisure resort More than just a golf club! Just minutes from the historical town of Dartmouth and one of Devon's premier golf courses & leisure resorts, Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa offers excellent hotel & leisure facilities for the golfer and non golfer alike. An ideal location for a golf break or holiday, Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa offers the very best in hotel accommodation and leisure facilities. Our three star Highly Commended Hotel in Dartmouth offers guests 35 comfortable en-suite bedrooms all equipped with TV, telephone, tea & coffee making facilities. The two golf courses at the Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa present a challenging contrast; the 18 hole Championship golf course voted within the top 80 golf courses in Great Britain & Ireland is a test for any golfer, whilst the 18 hole Dartmouth course is one not to be missed. Along with a driving range for those who wish to practice their golf swing. Opened in April 2014, The Dartmouth Spa features 4 beauty treatment rooms, including a double, a manicure and pedicure area and a relaxation room all accompanied by our team of highly skilled beauty therapists. The leisure facilities within the Dartmouth Spa include a sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi and well as a heated indoor swimming pool. The well equipped gymnasium features the latest gym equipment as used by the England National football team. The Dartmouth Spa also features one of the only Rasul Mud experiences in Devon. The ancient Egyptian bathing ritual will leave your skin feeling unbelievably smooth. Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa also offers a first class conference and event venue; with its own private bar and sun terrace. We look forward to welcoming you to Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Jeremy Pern

Opened

1992

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Championship

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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% match to course practice profile

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

Master touch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Dispersion15%

Precision15%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Beat streaks, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control15%

Green Reading13%

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Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Fade or draw wedges, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP3 drills

Trajectory30%

Distance Control27%

Mechanics15%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring31%

Accuracy18%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Championship

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Championship. 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.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Mixed

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control34%

Visualization20%

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Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Work together for contact, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills

Alignment33%

Scoring20%

Distance Control15%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy24%

Green Reading8%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Precision29%

Scoring19%

Dispersion17%

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Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Check setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Alignment37%

Distance Control19%

Scoring17%

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Control woods rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy26%

Distance Control25%

Scoring18%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Precision Mid-Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control18%

Precision18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Championship

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 Championship

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

How difficult is Championship for mid-handicap golfers?

Championship is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Championship?

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 Championship?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Championship 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 Championship and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Links 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 Championship 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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