Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Deer Park Golf and FootGolf

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Howth, Dublin, Ireland

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Total Programs

16 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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Pitch and Putt Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pitch and Putt, 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 30%Precision 21%Distance Control 17%Accuracy 15%Alignment 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.

15.6

Average HCP

7.8

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Pitch and Putt

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4

Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8

Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Pitch and Putt.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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sales@deerparkhotel.ie

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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

Howth Road

Course Description

Deer Park Golf has 3 golf courses designed to accommodate all levels of golfers. Our 18-hole golf course offers a relaxed & friendly environment, with the stunning backdrop of Howth Castle Estate and the coast. St. Fintan's 9-hole is ideal for a quick 9 holes late in the evening or after work. Our 18-hole Pitch & Putt is a fun and challenging course for all the family to enjoy. We offer club hire for all courses and we have buggy hire for our 9-hole and 18-hole courses.We also have an indoor putting studio and our resident Golf Pro Alan Staunton gives golf and putting lessons for adults and kids of all ages and levels. We provide a cadet academy, host golf camps, and have special junior golf green fee rates available.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Fred Hawtree

Opened

1998

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⭐4.4(1270 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pitch and Putt

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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Focus On Green Reading

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim12%

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Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt

Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control28%

Accuracy15%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Open up and fly, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills

Alignment34%

Accuracy19%

Distance Control17%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Pitch and Putt

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

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

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Pin seeker: hit every short iron to the green

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory14%

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Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision41%

Scoring35%

Green Reading8%

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Place Every 3 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy14%

Distance Control12%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP3 drills

Distance Control38%

Precision22%

Alignment19%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills

Accuracy31%

Scoring29%

Aim14%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Accuracy36%

Alignment23%

Distance Control18%

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

Match swing to trajectory, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP5 drills

Trajectory32%

Mechanics18%

Precision18%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory15%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Can you avoid the fringe from 140-180 yards?

Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Pitch and Putt

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 Pitch and Putt

Get answers to common questions about playing Pitch and Putt and what to expect.

How difficult is Pitch and Putt for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Pitch and Putt 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 54.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pitch and Putt?

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 Pitch and Putt?

With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Pitch and Putt 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 Pitch and Putt and how should I play it?

Pitch and Putt is designed as a Links 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 Pitch and Putt 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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