61% match
For Red tees
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Goodwin Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
193
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Goodwin Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Goodwin, 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
Distance Control 25%Scoring 25%Aim 17%Accuracy 17%Precision 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.
17.9
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
31.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Goodwin
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Goodwin.
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
1130 Maple Avenue
Course Description
Goodwin Park Golf Course operates in Hartford, Connecticut, offering two courses (North and South), a driving range, and a practice green. The facility hosts a golf shop, group clinics, individual instruction, and various clubs and events, including a men’s club and community outreach programs. It provides online tee-time booking and information on course rates, policies, and facilities. The site highlights a long-standing local golfing destination with extensive junior and adult programs and amenities.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1930
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Goodwin, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course presents ongoing iron precision tests on par fours where small errors build bogey counts, with back nine slopes signaling repeated tougher recovery demands.No numbers unless essential This block is REQUIRED
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 705933 yards5425 metersCR 68.3Bogey 91.1Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.0 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 46.1 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 491 | 361 | 381 | 336 | 340 | 311 | 147 | 175 | 381 | 2923 | 358 | 225 | 467 | 381 | 320 | 163 | 358 | 375 | 363 | 3010 | 5933 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 705567 yards5090 metersCR 66.9Bogey 88.4Slope 116
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.8 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.6 · Slope 116
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 486 | 322 | 362 | 320 | 333 | 294 | 134 | 153 | 356 | 2760 | 330 | 200 | 453 | 375 | 290 | 137 | 323 | 350 | 349 | 2807 | 5567 |
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 716009 yards5495 metersCR 74.8Bogey 104.3Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 51.2 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 53.1 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 491 | 361 | 381 | 336 | 340 | 311 | 147 | 175 | 381 | 2923 | 358 | 246 | 506 | 375 | 320 | 163 | 358 | 375 | 385 | 3086 | 6009 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 704727 yards4322 metersCR 67.4Bogey 93.2Slope 110
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 46.0 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 47.2 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 430 | 207 | 332 | 275 | 263 | 274 | 103 | 142 | 315 | 2341 | 321 | 175 | 358 | 300 | 235 | 123 | 281 | 311 | 282 | 2386 | 4727 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Goodwin
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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Showing 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile25% match
For Red tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
64% match
For Red tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy31%
Distance Control15%
42% match
For Red tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy31%
Visualization29%
12 Week Flagship Program for Goodwin
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Goodwin. 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 · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
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30% match
For Red tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory21%
62% match
For Red tees
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Get Started80% match
For Red tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
63% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment27%
Distance Control21%
Aim19%
75% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy19%
Alignment15%
66% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For Red tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring25%
Distance Control15%
60% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Scoring23%
Alignment22%
81% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring26%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control21%
79% match
For Red tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring19%
Aim15%
60% match
For Red tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring28%
Distance Control10%
74% match
For Blue tees
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy15%
Dispersion11%
71% match
For Blue tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim32%
Scoring21%
Distance Control14%
59% match
For Blue tees
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment28%
Aim24%
Scoring17%
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Get Started62% match
For Blue tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
44% match
For Blue tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision27%
Trajectory16%
Mechanics15%
64% match
For Blue tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
33% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control47%
Visualization33%
Dispersion12%
42% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
56% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim32%
Alignment25%
Scoring17%
59% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision27%
Scoring13%
66% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
74% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring17%
Accuracy15%
65% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control19%
Aim17%
57% match
For Blue tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Alignment22%
Distance Control16%
78% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
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Get Started77% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision20%
Scoring18%
Distance Control17%
79% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim19%
Accuracy15%
58% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP3 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control25%
Aim17%
53% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Distance Control36%
Precision25%
Trajectory12%
42% match
For White tees
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
59% match
For White tees
Dial in touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy31%
Distance Control8%
56% match
For White tees
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP3 drills
Trajectory30%
Distance Control25%
Scoring20%
70% match
For White tees
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
59% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim32%
Scoring27%
Alignment21%
59% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy27%
Alignment18%
66% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For White tees
Make par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Alignment20%
Distance Control17%
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Get Started61% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment26%
Accuracy23%
60% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim28%
Scoring21%
Alignment16%
80% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring23%
Accuracy16%
74% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim18%
57% match
For White tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring27%
Alignment15%
76% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision20%
Aim17%
42% match
For Blue tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Goodwin
Get answers to common questions about playing Goodwin and what to expect.
How difficult is Goodwin for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Goodwin technically exacting. The 125.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 74.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Goodwin?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5368 yards. The back tees extend to 6009.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Goodwin?
With a course rating of 74.8 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 Goodwin and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6009.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Goodwin 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 Goodwin strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 6009.0 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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