Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hart Common Golf Club

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Total Programs

10 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

4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+4 more

Academy Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Academy, 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 28%Distance Control 27%Accuracy 16%Precision 15%Alignment 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.

Average HCP

10.2

Minimum HCP

38.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Academy

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

Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range30 min

All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Chip | 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 chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Academy.

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@hartcommongolfclub.co.uk

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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

Westhoughton, Wigan Road

Course Description

Hart Common Golf Club operates a golf facility in the North West of England, offering a course complemented by practice facilities. The site promotes itself as one of the top rated courses in the region and features a 24-bay Trackman Range, with club amenities such as catering and a clubhouse. The club provides various membership options, visitor bookings, and group bookings, and maintains a range of golf-related activities and rules for members and visitors.

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Course Information

Holes

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Type

Parkland

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Academy

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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Avoid Three-Putts

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Distance Control24%

Alignment21%

Scoring19%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Distance Control21%

Accuracy18%

Scoring16%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Academy

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Academy. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Vary Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Vary your targets and hit them every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Land inside 2 feet, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy30%

Green Reading10%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Beat streaks, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy19%

Visualization13%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Aim20%

Distance Control17%

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

Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Alignment30%

Scoring24%

Aim17%

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Vary Landing Spot

Feel the green, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills

Distance Control35%

Alignment18%

Precision14%

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Consistent mid iron length, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP8 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring22%

Trajectory12%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Academy

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 Academy

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

How difficult is Academy for mid-handicap golfers?

Academy presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Academy?

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 Academy?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Academy and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Academy 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 Academy 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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