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

18 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Woodland/Lakeland Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Woodland/Lakeland, 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 27%Precision 23%Aim 19%Distance Control 18%Dispersion 11%

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.

16.1

Average HCP

9.4

Minimum HCP

28.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Woodland/Lakeland

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Woodland/Lakeland.

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

Google Reviews

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Woodland/Lakeland

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Avoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision27%

Aim24%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Master touch, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Distance Control34%

Dispersion23%

Aim19%

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Land Close To Pin

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Alignment31%

Scoring28%

Aim21%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Woodland/Lakeland

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Woodland/Lakeland. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Keep within 6 yards, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP7 drills

Dispersion34%

Precision21%

Distance Control16%

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Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Get close to pin, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP9 drills

Precision33%

Scoring21%

Mechanics10%

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Read Subtle Breaks

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Distance Control22%

Precision18%

Scoring15%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Match Clubface to Target

Get square, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills

Alignment31%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy18%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control29%

Visualization18%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics23%

Precision22%

Trajectory21%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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Precision Wedges

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy16%

Distance Control15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Woodland/Lakeland

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodland/Lakeland

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

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

From a scoring perspective, Woodland/Lakeland challenges consistency. 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 Woodland/Lakeland?

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 Woodland/Lakeland?

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 Woodland/Lakeland 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 Woodland/Lakeland and how should I play it?

Woodland/Lakeland 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 Woodland/Lakeland 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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