Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dorset Golf Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Near Poole, Dorset, England

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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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Parkland/Woodland Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Parkland/Woodland, 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 29%Precision 24%Aim 17%Distance Control 14%Dispersion 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.

17.6

Average HCP

8.5

Minimum HCP

29.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Parkland/Woodland

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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

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.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Parkland/Woodland.

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

Bere Regis

Course Description

Dorset Golf & Country Club is a premier golf resort located in the tranquil Dorset region. The facility features 27 holes of championship golf, luxury accommodation including Scandinavian log homes and brick-built cottages, and an inviting golf hotel with 16 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a full-service bar and restaurant open daily, as well as private saunas in all accommodations. The club offers an active membership focused on golf and indoor bowls, alongside various breaks catering to golfers and bowlers throughout the year, ideal for those looking to explore the picturesque surrounding area.

golf resort • luxury accommodation • championship golf • indoor bowls • sauna • fine dining • golf breaks • country club • hospitality

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Martin Hawtree

Opened

1978

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Parkland/Woodland

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Place Every 9 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision41%

Scoring35%

Alignment8%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Land inside 2 feet, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Accuracy30%

Distance Control10%

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Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout

Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Distance Control34%

Precision18%

Trajectory11%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Parkland/Woodland

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Parkland/Woodland. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Place Every 9 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Focus On Pace And Line

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Dial in aim, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP6 drills

Aim35%

Alignment18%

Scoring15%

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Make Par Around the Green

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring30%

Distance Control19%

Aim15%

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Stop Every Shot Within 2 Feet

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control29%

Visualization19%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Escape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Dispersion19%

Scoring17%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Precision17%

Distance Control17%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision short irons, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP4 drills

Scoring40%

Precision27%

Dispersion13%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Get close to pin, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP5 drills

Precision37%

Mechanics18%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Parkland/Woodland

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 Parkland/Woodland

Get answers to common questions about playing Parkland/Woodland and what to expect.

How difficult is Parkland/Woodland for mid-handicap golfers?

Parkland/Woodland presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Parkland/Woodland?

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 Parkland/Woodland?

With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Parkland/Woodland 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 Parkland/Woodland and how should I play it?

Parkland/Woodland 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 Parkland/Woodland 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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