Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Fair Hills Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
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
Fair Hills Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Fair Hills, 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 Fair Hills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Fair Hills.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
24270 Co Highway 20
Course Description
Remember the vacations you enjoyed as a kid? You'd get up early to go for a swim, play some tennis or golf, or maybe you got up on water skis for the first time. You explored the lake and the woods and you played with other kids all day. Then you ate dinner with your family and settled in for a game of cards or a show. Maybe you even practiced your talent all year long so that you could be in the show! Those vacations are still here! You can come be a kid again, or enjoy a family vacation from the grown up perspective, with an easy round of golf or day at the beach, and let the kids be kids in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.Or maybe you are looking for an office getaway. Working is always a pleasure at Fair Hills! We tailor our resources to your requirements for training sessions, group activities or any type of meeting. •Large audiences comfortably enjoy gala events, professional seminars or informal gatherings in our spacious Pavilion.•Parties of two to 60 find inviting, intimate settings for presentations and discussion groups in any of our other smaller meeting spaces•Co-workers engage in creative indoor or outdoor activities designed to build close-knit teams, individual skills and business productivity.Whether your objective is strictly business or entirely fun (or somewhere in-between), we work hard to ensure your complete satisfaction. More and more families, corporations, associations and groups choose to return to Fair Hills Resort again and again!
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
32
Type
Parkland
Architect
Chester Kardahl
Opened
1928
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Fair Hills
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileSave par clutch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Fair Hills
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Fair Hills. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Chip
Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFade or draw wedges, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Fair Hills
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 Fair Hills
Get answers to common questions about playing Fair Hills and what to expect.
How difficult is Fair Hills for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Fair Hills technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 32.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Fair Hills?
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 Fair Hills?
With a course rating of 70 and par 32, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 32 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Fair Hills and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Fair Hills 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 Fair Hills 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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