Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Gullane Golf Club

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Gullane, East Lothian, Scotland

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Total Programs

15 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

3 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 3, 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 31%Scoring 28%Aim 15%Precision 12%Dispersion 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.

Average HCP

8.4

Minimum HCP

31.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for 3

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

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.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about 3.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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secretary@gullanegolfclub.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

West Links Road

Course Description

Gullane Golf Club is a prestigious Scottish golf club offering three championship-level links courses with sweeping views over East Lothian in Gullane. The club emphasizes a historic, village-of-golf experience and hosts visitors to its famous Gullane No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 courses along with its broader heritage and facilities. Located on the east coast of Scotland, the club blends long-standing tradition with high-quality links golf for members and visitors alike.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Harry Colt

Opened

1910

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 3

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Distance Control30%

Dispersion21%

Precision18%

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Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Dial in aim, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills

Aim32%

Scoring19%

Distance Control13%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Precision24%

Dispersion16%

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14 Week Flagship Program for 3

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

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Feel the distance: control wedge rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0

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Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Fade or draw short irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision21%

Scoring16%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring31%

Aim19%

Alignment15%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills

Distance Control35%

Alignment25%

Precision12%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Set a target, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring24%

Aim18%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Distance Control37%

Aim20%

Precision13%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring51%

Distance Control30%

Visualization19%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Feel the distance: control wedge rollout

Control wedge rollout, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min10 HCP7 drills

Distance Control42%

Scoring26%

Trajectory13%

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Land it soft: consistent length on short shots

Control wedge rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min6 HCP6 drills

Distance Control42%

Scoring25%

Accuracy15%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at 3

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 3

Get answers to common questions about playing 3 and what to expect.

How difficult is 3 for mid-handicap golfers?

3 presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at 3?

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 3?

With a course rating of 70 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is 3 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 3 and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Links 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 3 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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