26% match
For White tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hermitage Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
205
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
Generals Retreat Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Generals Retreat, 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 27%Scoring 22%Precision 19%Aim 18%Accuracy 13%
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.
19.3
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
34.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Generals Retreat
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
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Generals Retreat.
Contact Information
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+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
3939 Old Hickory Blvd
Course Description
Recognized as One of the Top 10 in TennesseeBY GOLF DIGEST MAGAZINEPlaying up to 7200 yards, The President's Reserve can offer any golfer as much challenge as one might desire, yet be a pleasurable golfing experience for even the occasional golfer. The President's Reserve, designed by architect Denis Griffiths (designer Atlanta's Chateau Élan Resort Courses), trails through 300 acres of natural Tennessee wetlands and along the banks of the beautiful Cumberland River.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Gary Roger Baird
Opened
1986
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⭐4.4(320 reviews)
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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 Generals Retreat, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady par four grinds with long par fives that invite reach attempts, building score pressure through precise irons while top handicap holes spike bogey threats.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726419 yards5870 metersCR 70.8Bogey 94.4Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.7 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.7 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 18 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 2 | — | 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 7 | — | — |
| Yardage | 336 | 530 | 184 | 380 | 188 | 380 | 390 | 485 | 423 | 3296 | 296 | 580 | 325 | 167 | 410 | 347 | 531 | 132 | 335 | 3123 | 6419 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 725890 yards5386 metersCR 68.1Bogey 90.4Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.8 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.6 · Slope 117
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 18 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 2 | — | 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 7 | — | — |
| Yardage | 310 | 505 | 153 | 370 | 148 | 340 | 360 | 460 | 386 | 3032 | 285 | 480 | 305 | 160 | 375 | 325 | 520 | 103 | 305 | 2858 | 5890 |
O
Orange Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725386 yards4925 metersCR 70.8Bogey 99.6Slope 122
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 50.2 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 49.4 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 18 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 2 | — | 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 7 | — | — |
| Yardage | 275 | 470 | 115 | 350 | 134 | 316 | 325 | 420 | 360 | 2765 | 266 | 443 | 295 | 129 | 355 | 290 | 481 | 93 | 269 | 2621 | 5386 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725890 yards5386 metersCR 73.8Bogey 103.8Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 52.8 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 51.0 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 18 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 2 | — | 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 7 | — | — |
| Yardage | 310 | 505 | 153 | 370 | 148 | 340 | 360 | 460 | 386 | 3032 | 285 | 480 | 305 | 160 | 375 | 325 | 520 | 103 | 305 | 2858 | 5890 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Generals Retreat
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile40% match
For White tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
72% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim16%
Scoring14%
71% match
For White tees
Fly out and stop close, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP8 drills
Aim33%
Distance Control22%
Precision17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Generals Retreat
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Generals Retreat. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Week 11≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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46% match
For White tees
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
63% match
For White tees
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control15%
Dispersion14%
69% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control13%
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Get Started44% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
76% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Distance Control21%
Scoring21%
68% match
For White tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision21%
Scoring19%
Accuracy11%
70% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment17%
Accuracy17%
57% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim24%
Alignment23%
Precision14%
62% match
For White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control18%
Alignment15%
79% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring17%
Precision15%
73% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim20%
Precision15%
60% match
For Blue tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy26%
Aim9%
60% match
For Blue tees
Turn into par saves, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP4 drills
Scoring35%
Aim21%
Alignment18%
69% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring19%
Alignment19%
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Get Started46% match
For Blue tees
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
57% match
For Blue tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion34%
Precision22%
Scoring16%
63% match
For Blue tees
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
38% match
For White tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
69% match
For White tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring23%
Alignment18%
67% match
For White tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision26%
Dispersion15%
Aim14%
69% match
For White tees
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Accuracy19%
Scoring19%
Dispersion18%
36% match
For White tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
61% match
For White tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
68% match
For White tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring37%
Precision22%
Distance Control14%
75% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control17%
Scoring16%
64% match
For White tees
Get square, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Alignment23%
Accuracy21%
Scoring14%
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Get Started75% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
62% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment21%
Accuracy20%
64% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control27%
Aim12%
68% match
For White tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Scoring21%
Distance Control19%
55% match
For White tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy36%
Distance Control24%
Alignment18%
76% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills
Aim20%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy17%
Alignment15%
64% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control29%
Dispersion11%
66% match
For Orange tees
Get square, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Alignment25%
Distance Control24%
Precision19%
64% match
For Orange tees
Save par clutch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy23%
Aim19%
52% match
For Orange tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Dispersion18%
Distance Control17%
55% match
For Orange tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics15%
Aim13%
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Get Started70% match
For Orange tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
64% match
For Orange tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion21%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Generals Retreat
Get answers to common questions about playing Generals Retreat and what to expect.
How difficult is Generals Retreat for mid-handicap golfers?
Generals Retreat is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 127.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Generals Retreat?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5902 yards. The back tees extend to 6419.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Generals Retreat?
With a course rating of 70.8 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Generals Retreat and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6419.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Generals Retreat and how should I play it?
Generals Retreat is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Generals Retreat strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6419.0 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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