Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Elms Country Club

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Total Programs

17 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

3rd Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 3rd, 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 33%Precision 19%Aim 19%Distance Control 14%Alignment 13%

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.

20.3

Average HCP

12.1

Minimum HCP

35.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for 3rd

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Backswing

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about 3rd.

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

1608 Manchester Ave SW

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

S. Rottman

Opened

1932

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 3rd

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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Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet

Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Sink All Short Putts

Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Work together for contact, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills

Alignment31%

Scoring28%

Aim18%

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Land Close To Pin

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Aim29%

Alignment26%

Scoring19%

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13 Week Flagship Program for 3rd

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 3rd. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Sink All Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Prioritize short putts, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min5 HCP4 drills

Aim29%

Scoring24%

Precision18%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Aim42%

Alignment13%

Trajectory12%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy21%

Alignment13%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Stop on a dime, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min9 HCP9 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control30%

Visualization24%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy21%

Aim16%

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Make Par Around the Green

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control34%

Visualization23%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics34%

Precision28%

Trajectory21%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Stop missed shots, 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

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control27%

Accuracy22%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring28%

Precision23%

Dispersion16%

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Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision31%

Scoring14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at 3rd

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about 3rd

Get answers to common questions about playing 3rd and what to expect.

How difficult is 3rd for mid-handicap golfers?

3rd 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 3rd?

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 3rd?

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 3rd and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is 3rd 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 3rd 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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