Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Fairmont St Andrews Golf Courses

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St. Andrews, Fife, Scotland

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Total Programs

16 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

The Kittocks Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Kittocks, 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 31%Distance Control 19%Aim 18%Precision 17%Trajectory 11%

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.

15.4

Average HCP

8.8

Minimum HCP

28.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Kittocks

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row

Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to land a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Kittocks.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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standrews.scotland@fairmont.com

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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

Fairtmont St Andrews

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Gene Sarazen

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Kittocks

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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Target Cup Accurately On All Shots

Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Focus on positive outcomes, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP4 drills

Scoring41%

Precision33%

Green Reading11%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring24%

Accuracy20%

Aim18%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Alignment24%

Scoring22%

Aim18%

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13 Week Flagship Program for The Kittocks

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Kittocks. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Target Cup Accurately On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

See Shot Before Hit

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

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Precision Long Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring30%

Distance Control16%

Precision15%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Focus On Pace And Line

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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See Shot Before Hit

Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect mixed, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Land 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills

Distance Control22%

Aim20%

Precision19%

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Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill

Turn into birdies, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min9 HCP7 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control31%

Visualization21%

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Consistent mid iron length, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control41%

Scoring22%

Trajectory15%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Get close to pin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min29 HCP6 drills

Precision36%

Scoring19%

Dispersion14%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP7 drills

Trajectory25%

Scoring20%

Distance Control20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at The Kittocks

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Rock League World WAGR Series- Fairmont St Andrews

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Rock League World WAGR Series- Fairmont St Andrews

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SGF Fairmont Girls Open

9/30/2026

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SGF Fairmont Boys Open

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about The Kittocks

Get answers to common questions about playing The Kittocks and what to expect.

How difficult is The Kittocks for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, The Kittocks challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Kittocks?

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 The Kittocks?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is The Kittocks and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is The Kittocks and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Links design philosophy. 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 The Kittocks 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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