Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Esker Hills Golf Club.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
182
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
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 Esker Hills Golf 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.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
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.
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Everything you need to know about Esker Hills Golf Club.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Baile Mhic Giolla Mhuire, Co. Offaly, Ireland
'Esker Hills is one of Ireland's finest golf courses and infinitely better value than places you would have heard of. If you are a golfer never, ever pass this place.' David Walsh, The Sunday Times Golf Society. Esker Hills Golf Club, the Christy O'Connor Jnr. designed masterpiece, is just outside Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Esker Hills is home to European Tour professional Shane Lowry. Shane had a glittering Amateur career at Esker Hills that in 2009 culminated in him being the first Amateur golfer to ever win an Irish Open. The championship golf course is known for its distinctive links feel, superb sand-based greens, all-year playability and a warm welcome. Offering keenly priced group rates, Esker Hills presents excellent value to any society for a challenging round of golf.
golf course • irish golf • links design • golf society • championship golf • recreation
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Christy OConnor Jr.
Opened
1996
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Esker Hills Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 49.4 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.1 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 489 | 357 | 480 | 396 | 175 | 523 | 430 | 346 | 176 | 3372 | 303 | 408 | 397 | 197 | 347 | 188 | 404 | 445 | 389 | 3078 | 6450 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 47.1 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 45.0 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 428 | 326 | 422 | 351 | 153 | 482 | 381 | 326 | 135 | 3004 | 271 | 375 | 338 | 139 | 319 | 158 | 400 | 404 | 358 | 2762 | 5766 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.2 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.9 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 470 | 339 | 457 | 363 | 165 | 500 | 394 | 335 | 162 | 3185 | 280 | 387 | 351 | 162 | 337 | 171 | 400 | 420 | 374 | 2882 | 6067 |
Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Esker Hills Golf 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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% match to course practice profileKeep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Esker Hills Golf Club. 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.
Full 46 days 64 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
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedLand near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
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Get StartedStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Open up and fly, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Esker Hills Golf Club and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Esker Hills Golf Club challenges consistency. A slope rating of 132.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 72.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6108 yards. The back tees extend to 6450.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 72.0 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.
Measuring 6450.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Esker Hills Golf 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 132.0 and yardage reaching 6450.0 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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