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 International Institute of Tropical Agriculture Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
4
3 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
International Institute Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for International Institute, 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%Precision 23%Aim 17%Distance Control 17%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.
18.8
Average HCP
10.5
Minimum HCP
32.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for International Institute
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about International Institute.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
iita@cgiar.org
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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
PMB, Oyo Road
Course Description
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a non-profit research and development organization focused on improving agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa. It conducts research across staple crops, aiming to boost yields, nutrition, livelihoods, and sustainable resource use through partnerships with national programs, CGIAR centers, and regional hubs. With activities spanning crop improvement, genetic resources, capacity development, and agricultural innovations, IITA operates across Africa and collaborates globally to transform agrifood systems.
tropical agriculture research • crop improvement • cassava breeding • yam genetics • maize improvement • banana and plantain research • seed systems technologies • soil health technologies • nutrition security • livelihoods improvement • capacity development technologies • digital agriculture • biosecurity and biorisk management • agroprocessing partnerships • agroinput delivery • publications and knowledge sharing • agricultural development • agroecology • research hubs Africa • agriculture • research • innovation • food security • sustainability • malnutrition • poverty alleviation • non-profit
Course Information
Holes
9
Type
Desert
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for International Institute
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileSave par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control12%
Dispersion12%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedDial in touch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy35%
Green Reading9%
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
15 Week Flagship Program for International Institute
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for International Institute. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Land 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Aim19%
Distance Control17%
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Pitch long distances, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim15%
Precision15%
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring19%
Accuracy18%
Aim16%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Dispersion31%
Precision23%
Fade or draw short irons, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min31 HCP6 drills
Trajectory29%
Precision26%
Mechanics22%
Consistent mid iron length, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring21%
Trajectory14%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about International Institute
Get answers to common questions about playing International Institute and what to expect.
How difficult is International Institute for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, International Institute challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 0.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at International Institute?
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 International Institute?
With a course rating of 70 and par 0, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 0 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is International Institute and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is International Institute and how should I play it?
International Institute is designed as a Desert 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 International Institute 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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