Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Hogs Head.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hogs Head, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Discover tendencies amongst irons raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Discover weaknesses amongst irons shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Everything you need to know about Hogs Head.
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+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Ring of Kerry
Hogs Head consists of Hogs Head Golf Club (HHGC) and the Lodge atHogs Head. The golf course is newly designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr.(RTJ) and gets its name from its location on the Hogs Head peninsula(a marine bearing point marking the opening to Ballinskelligs Bay fromthe North Atlantic).The project was the inspiration of Mr. Tony Alvarez II and Mr. BryanMarsal, to provide a place built by friends for friends who share the love,camaraderie and fellowship of the game of golf.The Hogs Head Golf Club's founders directed RTJ to design a coursethat would possess certain key qualities including naturalness, variety,elements of classic design and strategy, combined with a fun walkableexperience, capped off with a warm and friendly 19th hole.In terms of naturalness, Hogs Head Golf Club has the tremendous advantageof vistas capturing mountains in the background, the Finglas River flowingthrough the course, the majestic cliff holes overlooking the Ballinskelligs Bayand the charm of the seaside village of Waterville. This rich visual tapestry hasbeen combined with a links feel offering a natural flow across the landscape.Hogs Head Golf course offers a variety of playing options and is divided into aRiverside Nine and a Seaside Nine, where both the river and sea play importantroles respectively in the defence of par. The course from the tips measures 7,140yards and is a par of 72 consisting of a core of five par 3's and five par 5's.Our VisionTo be recognised as one of the world's foremost golfing destinations,with luxury accommodation and service facilities that exceed our guestsexpectations at all times.
golf course • waterville ireland • ireland golf • finglas river • ballinskelligs bay • co kerry golf • links golf • waterville golf resort • lodge accommodation • cottages • lough currane restaurant • gails spa • private dining room wine cellar • mccarthy’s bar • golf club ireland • golf and spa • golf holidays ireland • norwegian golf? • 18-hole golf • luxury accommodation • golfing destination • seaside views • natural landscape • recreation
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Robert Trent Jones Jr.
Opened
2017
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Hogs Head hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hogs Head hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hogs Head hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hogs Head hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Programs
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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% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hogs Head. 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.
Full 59 days 80 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Short Game · Sand
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Pitch
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Get StartedMaster touch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Hogs Head and what to expect.
Players often find Hogs Head technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
With a course rating of 70 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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Hogs Head is designed as a Links 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.
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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