Visualize long lines, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min5 HCP7 drills
Visualization41%
Distance Control40%
Dispersion14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Deeside Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Blairs Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Blairs, 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 32%Distance Control 20%Accuracy 17%Precision 14%Dispersion 13%
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.
16
Average HCP
9.6
Minimum HCP
27.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Blairs
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons 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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Blairs.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
admin@deesidegolfclub.com
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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
Golf Road
Course Description
Deeside Golf Club is a private members golf club located in Aberdeen, Scotland, offering two inland courses on the banks of the River Dee. The club features the 18-hole Haughton Course and the 9-hole Blairs Course, along with a driving range, Trackman facilities, teaching suite, and an on-site pro shop. It welcomes visitors and provides facilities suitable for members and guests, including a clubhouse with views over the courses. Located just 15 minutes from central Aberdeen, it emphasizes golfing and social experiences in Royal Deeside surroundings.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
34
Type
Links
Opened
1903
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Blairs
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileAlign stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy29%
Aim14%
Challenge limits, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Precision21%
Accuracy16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Blairs
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Blairs. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Land 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy30%
Alignment21%
Distance Control15%
Get square for strike, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment28%
Scoring27%
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy23%
Visualization21%
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control19%
Alignment18%
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory17%
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min21 HCP6 drills
Dispersion36%
Precision24%
Scoring21%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Blairs
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 Blairs
Get answers to common questions about playing Blairs and what to expect.
How difficult is Blairs for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Blairs technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 34.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Blairs?
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 Blairs?
With a course rating of 70 and par 34, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 34 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Blairs 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 Blairs and how should I play it?
Blairs 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 Blairs 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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