Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hoodkroft Country Club

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Derry, New Hampshire, United States of America

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlPrecision+3 more

Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees), 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 29%Precision 13%Accuracy 13%Dispersion 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.

12.9

Average HCP

9.5

Minimum HCP

27.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees)

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

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

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees).

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

121 East Broadway 102

Course Description

Hoodkroft is a public golf facility in New Hampshire featuring a high-quality 9-hole course designed for players of all ages and skill levels. The club emphasizes a balanced layout with multiple tee options to create an 18-hole experience, along with a bar-and-grille, instruction programs, a pro shop, and regular events. It serves local communities around Derry and Manchester, offering tee times, lessons, leagues, and family-friendly golf experiences. The site highlights seasonal course status, a membership ecosystem, and event hosting opportunities for corporate and group outings.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Phil Wogan

Opened

1971

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.4(75 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees)

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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Picture Perfect Roll

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min12 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring25%

Accuracy20%

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Green getter: hit every mid iron to the surface

Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees). 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Picture Perfect Roll

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Convert Every Up-And-Down

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Green getter: hit every mid iron to the surface

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Vary your targets and hit within 2-3 yards

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP6 drills

Distance Control29%

Precision17%

Scoring13%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control21%

Aim19%

Scoring17%

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Precision Wedges

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring35%

Distance Control24%

Accuracy19%

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Vary your targets and hit within 2-3 yards

Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP6 drills

Distance Control39%

Scoring26%

Accuracy15%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Precision Short Irons

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision18%

Aim14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees)

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 Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees)?

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 Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees)?

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.

How long is Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees) 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 Hoodkroft (Alternate Tees) 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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