Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Frye Island Golf Course

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Frye Island, Maine, United States of America

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Total Programs

12 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

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Frye Island (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Frye Island (Alternate Tees), 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 33%Distance Control 27%Precision 14%Aim 12%Accuracy 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.

16.4

Average HCP

9.3

Minimum HCP

35.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Frye Island (Alternate Tees)

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

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

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Course Details

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Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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golf@fryeisland.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

1 Sunset Drive

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Geoffrey Cornish

Opened

1972

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Frye Island (Alternate Tees)

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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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Fly over bunker, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Aim28%

Distance Control20%

Scoring15%

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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Accuracy30%

Distance Control16%

Alignment14%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Precision Mid-Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control19%

Precision13%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Frye Island (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Frye Island (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand 10–25 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Feel the green, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills

Scoring41%

Distance Control27%

Visualization24%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills

Aim25%

Distance Control21%

Alignment17%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Set up for high shot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills

Alignment30%

Distance Control27%

Accuracy13%

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Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control30%

Visualization21%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

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

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control22%

Precision12%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory18%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Frye Island (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Frye Island (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Frye Island (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Frye Island (Alternate Tees) presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Frye Island (Alternate Tees)?

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 Frye Island (Alternate Tees)?

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 Frye Island (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Frye Island (Alternate Tees) 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 Frye Island (Alternate Tees) 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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