Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Gander Golf Club

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Gander, Newfoundland, Canada

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Total Programs

17 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Gander Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gander, 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 32%Distance Control 21%Precision 19%Aim 13%Accuracy 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.

17.4

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Gander

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

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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts.

Putting18 min

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Gander.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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gandergolfclub@nfld.net

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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

251 Trans Canada Highway

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Doug Carrick

Opened

1967

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Gander

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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Make Every Mid-Distance Putt

Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Thread the gap, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Precision34%

Distance Control25%

Aim16%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Gander

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gander. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Make Every Mid-Distance Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Reduce Wedge Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Short Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Can you avoid the fringe from 140-180 yards?

Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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

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

Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills

Scoring31%

Aim18%

Distance Control14%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring24%

Precision16%

Accuracy15%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP8 drills

Distance Control28%

Alignment18%

Scoring17%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Set sights, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Aim38%

Scoring17%

Alignment15%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Precision42%

Dispersion25%

Scoring14%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Gander

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Gander

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

How difficult is Gander for mid-handicap golfers?

Gander is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Gander?

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 Gander?

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

How long is Gander and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Gander 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 Gander 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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