Practice Programs

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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 , 8 days , 9 days

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Royal 9 (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Royal 9 (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 25%Aim 22%Precision 20%Distance Control 16%Accuracy 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.

Average HCP

12.8

Minimum HCP

32.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Royal 9 (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

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

Short Game26 min

Sand Short

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

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: String Line, 10/20

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

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Royal 9 (Alternate Tees).

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

1405, Aylmer Road

Course Description

World-class golf is only part of our story. The finest golf and clubhouse experience in the Ottawa-Gatineau area since 1891. The Royal Ottawa Golf Club is a private club that caters to golfers of all ages with first-class facilities and services, and offers special event venue bookings for non-members. No matter the size of the occasion, you will enjoy professional attention in the exquisite surroundings of our beautiful Tudor-style Clubhouse.Our experienced members appreciate the challenge of our championship course and savour the time spent with peers on the links and in the clubhouse. Our juniors delight in receiving personalized instruction from accredited professionals and thrill at the opportunity to display their skills in live competition. All our members appreciate our busy social calendar, filled with special events year round.Although ours is a private club, membership at The Royal is altogether accessible. We offer a range of packages for juniors, seniors and busy professionals. And the benefits of membership extend well beyond our grounds. As one of a select few to carry the Royal designation, our club maintains a reciprocal membership program with more than 60 other private clubs across the globe. This arrangement affords our members access to the most exclusive courses in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. At home or abroad, the members of our Royal family always enjoy special privileges.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Graham Cooke

Opened

1966

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Royal 9 (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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Pace Putts To Hole

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Turn into par saves, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills

Scoring26%

Accuracy20%

Aim15%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Royal 9 (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Royal 9 (Alternate Tees). 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 · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Vary Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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Sink Mid-Distance 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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Land Close To Pin

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Aim24%

Distance Control24%

Scoring19%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

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

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Accuracy21%

Distance Control17%

Precision15%

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Vary Landing Spot

Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Distance Control34%

Alignment16%

Accuracy15%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills

Precision25%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion23%

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Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Royal 9 (Alternate Tees)

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 Royal 9 (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Royal 9 (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Royal 9 (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Royal 9 (Alternate Tees) technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Royal 9 (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 Royal 9 (Alternate Tees)?

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 Royal 9 (Alternate Tees) 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 Royal 9 (Alternate Tees) 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 Royal 9 (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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