Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dubbo Golf Club

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Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia

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Total Programs

15 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Short Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Short, 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

Precision 24%Scoring 23%Aim 18%Distance Control 17%Dispersion 16%

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.

Average HCP

10.7

Minimum HCP

29.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Short

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Short.

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

Newell Highway

Course Description

Dubbo Golf Club is a golf complex in Dubbo, New South Wales, offering a 27-hole championship golf course set in a natural landscape with native flora and wildlife. The club features a modern clubhouse, dining and function facilities, and a convention/reception centre, along with membership options and public bookings. It serves both serious competitors and social golfers, with additional amenities such as a pro shop and course tours. Located on the Macquarie River's western banks, it positions itself as an inland golfing oasis in central New South Wales.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1995

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.2(198 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Short

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 15 Programs

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

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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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Pick your spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Aim26%

Scoring22%

Alignment16%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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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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14 Week Flagship Program for Short

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Short. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring35%

Accuracy29%

Aim11%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

Distance Control18%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control22%

Dispersion15%

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Save Par From Fringe

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Accuracy21%

Dispersion16%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP3 drills

Distance Control26%

Dispersion23%

Scoring17%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Aim for soft landing, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min31 HCP5 drills

Aim36%

Alignment18%

Dispersion18%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP3 drills

Distance Control40%

Scoring30%

Accuracy25%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Short

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 Short

Get answers to common questions about playing Short and what to expect.

How difficult is Short for mid-handicap golfers?

Short is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Short?

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 Short?

With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Short and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Short and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Short 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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