Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Elm Park Golf And Sports Club.
Total Programs
29
29 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
150
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elm Park Golf And Sports Club, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Stop the ball inside the circle.
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Everything you need to know about Elm Park Golf And Sports Club.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Nutley House, Nutley Ln, Dublin 4, Ireland
Elm Park Golf & Sports Club is a multi-activity club located near Dublin, Ireland, offering an 18‑hole golf course, 13 tennis courts (including all-weather and grass surfaces), and 3 padel courts, set on 39 hectares of parkland. Founded in 1925, the club provides extensive facilities, a renovated clubhouse, and dining options, with active social clubs and societies such as bridge and snooker. It serves local residents and visitors seeking golf, tennis, and social activities in the Dublin 4 area, with a range of guest services, events, and memberships.
golf course • golf club • tennis courts • padel courts • clubhouse dining • dublin 4 • donnybrook • golf membership • golf events • padel tennis • all-weather courts • grass courts • artificial clay courts • social clubs • clubhouse amenities • golf • sports • recreation • membership • outdoor activities
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
Patrick Merrigan
Opened
1924
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Elm Park Golf And Sports Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
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Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.1 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.3 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 124 | 412 | 397 | 425 | 357 | 141 | 466 | 185 | 518 | 3025 | 445 | 359 | 159 | 339 | 363 | 305 | 342 | 207 | 365 | 2884 | 5909 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 44.6 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 44.7 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 112 | 405 | 386 | 423 | 350 | 132 | 463 | 173 | 503 | 2947 | 440 | 353 | 144 | 332 | 350 | 299 | 337 | 190 | 351 | 2796 | 5743 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.5 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 52.2 · Slope 136
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 112 | 360 | 395 | 421 | 330 | 128 | 459 | 154 | 445 | 2804 | 429 | 349 | 139 | 326 | 318 | 296 | 316 | 184 | 291 | 2648 | 5452 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Elm Park Golf And Sports Club hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 29 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand 2-3 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elm Park Golf And Sports Club. 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.
Full 49 days 68 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Sink All Long Putts
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Check clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Elm Park Golf And Sports Club and what to expect.
Players often find Elm Park Golf And Sports Club technically exacting. With a slope of 118.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 68.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5680 yards. The back tees extend to 5909.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 68.5 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.
Measuring 5909.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
Elm Park Golf And Sports Club 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 118.0 and yardage reaching 5909.0 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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