Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ferncroft Golf Club

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Middleton, Massachusetts, United States of America

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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 · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Championship Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Championship, 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

Precision 25%Distance Control 22%Scoring 21%Aim 16%Trajectory 15%

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.

22.4

Average HCP

14.2

Minimum HCP

36.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Championship

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Championship.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@ferncroftcc.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

10 Village Road

Course Description

About Ferncroft Country ClubThe Club • Known for its Robert Trent Jones, Sr. designed course, Ferncroft Country Club is one of Massachusetts' finest private golf clubs. A full-service club with outstanding food, social and children's activities, tennis courts, swimming pool and fitness center, Ferncroft CC's commitment to the country club experience extends far beyond the golf course. Golf • An 18 hole Championship Course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. complimented by a Par 3 golf facility and Practice Facility including driving range, chipping and sand trap skill areas. Par Rating - Ladies 73 /Men's 72 • Hosted LPGA Boston Five Classic 1980 – 1990 and USGA Women's 2015 US Open Sectional Qualifier Amenities • All memberships include access to the following amenities o Dining  Main Dining Room, Grill Room, Grill Deck, Pool Café, Special Events, Weekly Specials, Themed Nights o Pool  25 Meter Heated Pool, Children's Play Area o Tennis  Lighted – Four (4) Clay and Four (4) Hard Surface Courts o Fitness Center  Cardio Machines, Free Weights, Cybex Machines and PGA Endorsed True Stretch - open year round

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Sr.

Opened

1969

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Championship

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Distance Control36%

Aim18%

Trajectory12%

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Up-and-Down Contest

Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Scoring34%

Aim21%

Accuracy18%

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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Championship

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Championship. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Up-and-Down Contest

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Keep Par Safe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Aim24%

Distance Control19%

Alignment17%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills

Precision28%

Distance Control23%

Aim19%

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Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen

Visualize perfect mixed, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control30%

Visualization23%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills

Distance Control35%

Precision17%

Alignment12%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills

Precision25%

Distance Control22%

Scoring16%

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Wedge Distance Control

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control29%

Scoring24%

Dispersion21%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Championship

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 Championship

Get answers to common questions about playing Championship and what to expect.

How difficult is Championship for mid-handicap golfers?

Championship presents a demanding test. 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 Championship?

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 Championship?

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 Championship 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 Championship and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland 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 Championship 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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