Turn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dix Hills Park Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
22
22 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
113
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Dix Hills Park Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dix Hills Park Golf Course, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Dix Hills Park Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit 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.
Chip | Rough | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Dix Hills Park Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@dixhillsgolf.com
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Facilities
Location
575 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills, NY 11746, USA
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
31
Type
Parkland
Opened
1965
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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 Dix Hills Park Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.5 · BR 42.2 · Slope 99
Back Nine · CR 30.5 · BR 42.2 · Slope 99
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 283 | 248 | 166 | 130 | 242 | 140 | 121 | 240 | 312 | 1882 | 283 | 248 | 166 | 130 | 242 | 140 | 121 | 240 | 312 | 1882 | 3764 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.7 · BR 42.3 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 30.7 · BR 42.3 · Slope 98
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 290 | 255 | 176 | 140 | 260 | 150 | 135 | 265 | 325 | 1996 | 290 | 255 | 176 | 140 | 260 | 150 | 135 | 265 | 325 | 1996 | 3992 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Dix Hills Park Golf Course
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 22 Programs
% match to course practice profileSee landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Dix Hills Park Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dix Hills Park Golf Course. 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.
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Chip
Feel Green: Control Rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedImprove driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFeel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Dix Hills Park Golf Course
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 Dix Hills Park Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Dix Hills Park Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Dix Hills Park Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Dix Hills Park Golf Course challenges consistency. With a slope of 98.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 61.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 31.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Dix Hills Park Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3878 yards. The back tees extend to 3992.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Dix Hills Park Golf Course?
With a course rating of 61.4 and par 31, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 31 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Dix Hills Park Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 3992.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Dix Hills Park Golf Course and how should I play it?
Dix Hills Park Golf Course is designed as a Parkland 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 Dix Hills Park Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 98.0 and yardage reaching 3992.0 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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