Practice Programs

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Jacksonville, FL, United States
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Total Programs

47

47 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

181

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

11

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

Session Durations

7

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Deerwood Country Club Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Deerwood Country Club, 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

Distance Control 28%Scoring 23%Accuracy 16%Precision 16%Aim 15%

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.

17.4
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
31.3
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Deerwood Country Club

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

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

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Deerwood Country Club.

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

10239 Golf Club Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA

Course Description

Deerwood Country Club, established in 1960, is a private, member-owned club in Jacksonville, Florida. Known for its golf course designed by George Cobb, it is Jacksonville's first gated community and country club playing a significant role in the development of the city's Southside. The club has a rich history that includes hosting the Greater Jacksonville Open (now THE PLAYERS Championship) several times. Golf Course: The club's golf course was designed by George Cobb and opened in 1960, becoming a focal point of the community. The course has been updated and renovated, most recently in 2004, with Brian Silva leading the redesign. Hosting Professional Golf: The Deerwood golf course hosted the Greater Jacksonville Open several times between 1967 and 1975, which later became THE PLAYERS Championship. Community Growth: Deerwood was the first gated community in Jacksonville, and its development contributed to the growth of the Southside area. Land was donated to create Southside Boulevard and the University of North Florida campus. Member-Owned: The club is a member-owned and member-elected organization. Amenities: In addition to golf, Deerwood offers tennis courts, a fitness center, an aquatic center, and a clubhouse with dining and social events.

private club • country club • golf • tennis • pickleball • swimming • fitness • residential homes • sports club • recreation • community

Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

George Cobb

Opened

1963

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Scorecard

Course Scorecard & Tee Insights

Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Deerwood Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for GOLD

Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through long par fours that force powerful tee shots and precise irons, raising bogey risks on errors while par fives repeat reachable but punishing decisions.The back nine builds extra tension with steeper slope demands.
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GOLD Tee

Gender: MalePar 727228 yards6609 metersCR 75.0Bogey 100.8Slope 139

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 50.0 · Slope 137

Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 50.8 · Slope 141

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par534444534364435434453672
Handicap151131751317941418166122810
Yardage568200390429406436542159441357147135618551542424645443157536577228

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Deerwood Country Club

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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13 Week Flagship Program for Deerwood Country Club

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Deerwood Country Club. 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 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–47 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–67 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–74 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–85 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–107 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–114 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 133 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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67% match
For GOLD tees

Save par clutch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Aim18%
Accuracy15%
68% match
For GOLD tees

Approach from hazards, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring17%
Distance Control17%
58% match
For GOLD tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim24%
Alignment24%
Scoring17%
74% match
For GOLD tees

Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy22%
Alignment13%

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74% match
For GOLD tees

Stop on a dime, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring19%
Precision16%
52% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
63% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy29%
Alignment19%
Distance Control19%
82% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control23%
Precision16%
74% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control23%
Precision14%
45% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%

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53% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim28%
Alignment28%
Scoring23%
70% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control20%
74% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Turn into birdies, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion11%
68% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Avoid Three-Putts

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control27%
Alignment15%
72% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy16%
Alignment16%
60% match
For GOLD / BLUE tees

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

Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision27%
Dispersion12%
45% match
For WHITE / GREEN tees

Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%

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54% match
For WHITE / GREEN tees

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
45% match
For WHITE / GREEN tees

Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
69% match
For WHITE / GREEN tees

Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy20%
Alignment13%
65% match
For WHITE / GREEN tees

Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For WHITE / GREEN tees

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring23%
Distance Control16%
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Deerwood Country Club

Get answers to common questions about playing Deerwood Country Club and what to expect.

How difficult is Deerwood Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?

Deerwood Country Club presents a demanding test. At 139.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 75.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Deerwood Country Club?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6608 yards. The back tees extend to 7228.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Deerwood Country Club?

With a course rating of 75.0 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 Deerwood Country Club and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 7228.0 yards, it demands long-iron precision and endurance over 18 holes.

What type of course is Deerwood Country Club and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland 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 Deerwood Country Club strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 139.0 and yardage reaching 7228.0 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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