Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forest Hills Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Nicklaus Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Nicklaus, 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 27%Precision 24%Distance Control 18%Aim 17%Trajectory 12%

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.

19.6

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

35.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Nicklaus

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

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Up to 5 players play hard-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8

Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Nicklaus.

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

Forest Hills Golf Club

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jack Nicklaus

Conditions

Fairway: Tifway 419 • Green: Tifdwarf

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Nicklaus

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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Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision34%

Green Reading8%

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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

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

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Distance Control27%

Precision25%

Dispersion17%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Distance Control28%

Precision23%

Scoring18%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Nicklaus

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Nicklaus. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make Every Putt Count Precisely

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 7≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 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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Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision23%

Mechanics19%

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Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Aim19%

Mechanics15%

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Make Every Putt Count Precisely

Focus on par saves, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min6 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Precision30%

Aim27%

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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Short Game23-26 min22 HCP6 drills

Distance Control39%

Precision16%

Dispersion11%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Dial in aim, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills

Aim33%

Scoring21%

Dispersion16%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control29%

Visualization18%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Set sights, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills

Aim32%

Distance Control22%

Precision18%

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

Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control33%

Visualization22%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision27%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring30%

Precision18%

Trajectory14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Nicklaus

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Nicklaus

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

How difficult is Nicklaus for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Nicklaus challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Nicklaus?

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 Nicklaus?

With a course rating of 70 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.

How long is Nicklaus and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

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

Nicklaus 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.

What features make Nicklaus 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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