Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Edgartown Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
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
Edgartown (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Edgartown (Alternate Tees), 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 Edgartown (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Sand | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Edgartown (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
71 Curtis Lane
Course Description
Edgartown Golf Club is a private golf club founded in 1926 located in Edgartown, Massachusetts on Martha’s Vineyard. The club offers views of the Vineyard Sound and features a historic clubhouse, hosting members and their guests year-round depending on weather. During the summer, it operates a junior golf program and hosts annual benefit tournaments open to participants, highlighting its community-oriented and seasonally active golf culture.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Cornelius Lee
Opened
1926
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Edgartown (Alternate Tees)
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Edgartown (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Edgartown (Alternate Tees). 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Roll On Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you fly it out and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw woods, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedWork on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Edgartown (Alternate Tees)
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 Edgartown (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Edgartown (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Edgartown (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Edgartown (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Edgartown (Alternate Tees)?
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 Edgartown (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Edgartown (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Edgartown (Alternate Tees) 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 Edgartown (Alternate Tees) 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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