Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf du Haut Poitou

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Saint-Cyr, Poitou-Cherentes, France

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Total Programs

13 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

9 trous Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 9 trous, 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 25%Precision 16%Aim 13%Visualization 10%

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.

17.7

Average HCP

11.7

Minimum HCP

31.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for 9 trous

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Fairway | Flat

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting18 min

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

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

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

Short Game26 min

Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about 9 trous.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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contact@golfduhautpoitou.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

35 Rue du Golf

Course Description

Golf du Haut-Poitou is a scenic French golf complex located near Poitiers, situated along the Lac de Saint-Cyr. It offers a varied golfing experience with 18-hole, 9-hole, and Pitch & Putt courses, plus extensive practice facilities and training zones. The club is affiliated with Golfy and has hosted events such as Pro-Am tournaments on the Alps Tour circuit, sharing a rich history of competitive golf. In addition to golf, the site features a restaurant and pro shop, and promotes environmental stewardship and group training offerings.

18-hole golf course • 9-hole course • pitch & putt • golfy network • alps tour host • pro-am • trackman range • training zones • proshop • lacsaintecy r • golf events • group offers • restaurant golf • hebergements proximite

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Harold J. Baker

Opened

1987

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 9 trous

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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Control 9 Ft Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Pick Landing Spot

Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Accuracy28%

Scoring23%

Aim13%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

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

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP6 drills

Aim26%

Alignment19%

Distance Control15%

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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14 Week Flagship Program for 9 trous

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 9 trous. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

See Shot Before Hit

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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See Shot Before Hit

See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Make Par Around the Green

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Distance Control19%

Aim18%

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Vary your targets and hit within 5 yards

Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Precision Long Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring39%

Precision25%

Distance Control11%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Precision18%

Distance Control17%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at 9 trous

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 9 trous

Get answers to common questions about playing 9 trous and what to expect.

How difficult is 9 trous for mid-handicap golfers?

9 trous 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 31.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at 9 trous?

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 9 trous?

With a course rating of 70 and par 31, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 31 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is 9 trous and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is 9 trous 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 9 trous 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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