Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Derrydale.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Derrydale, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Work only on downswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on takeaway using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Derrydale is a 12-hole golf course located in the GTA, offering a unique and challenging experience for golfers of all levels. The course features water on eight holes, 26 sand bunkers, and plenty of trees, making it a great option for those who want to play a shorter round of golf without breaking the bank.
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Holes
12
Par
40
Type
Parkland
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Derrydale hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Derrydale hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Derrydale hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Derrydale hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Derrydale hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Programs
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 profileSink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Derrydale. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 53 days 73 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Chip
Vary Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedSand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Derrydale and what to expect.
Players often find Derrydale technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 40.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 40, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 40 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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.
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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