Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Iron Horse Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
155
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
Iron Horse Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Iron Horse Golf Course, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Iron Horse Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Pitch | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to land a pitch shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Iron Horse Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
6200 Skylark Cir, North Richland Hills, TX 76180, USA
Course Description
Book a Tee TimePlay a RoundRenovation Updates11.37 Smph77°FJoin Our Email ClubEnjoy Golf & DiscountsCall Us817.485.6666Get Directions6200 Skylark CirConveniently located in the heart of North Richland Hills, Iron Horse Golf Course's remarkable golf, array of amenities, and friendly, personalized service have earned it recognition among the finest daily fee golf properties in the DFW Metroplex. From our Dick Phelps-designed championship layout to our delicious dining and spectacular event capabilities, every detail has been designed to exceed guests' expectations and create lasting memories.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Dick Phelps
Opened
1989
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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 Iron Horse Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Black
Black Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.6 · BR 56.2 · Slope 141
Back Nine · CR 40.3 · BR 57.2 · Slope 143
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 9 | — | 2 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 420 | 433 | 465 | 543 | 158 | 352 | 335 | 182 | 410 | 3298 | 382 | 525 | 413 | 467 | 217 | 416 | 395 | 205 | 425 | 3445 | 6743 |
Green Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.6 · BR 54.6 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 39.0 · BR 55.3 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 9 | — | 2 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 395 | 419 | 450 | 518 | 145 | 335 | 308 | 165 | 380 | 3115 | 355 | 503 | 378 | 442 | 182 | 395 | 375 | 180 | 403 | 3213 | 6328 |
Horse Track Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.4 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 54.2 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 9 | — | 2 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 395 | 419 | 380 | 477 | 145 | 314 | 308 | 145 | 380 | 2963 | 355 | 456 | 378 | 425 | 182 | 360 | 375 | 140 | 403 | 3074 | 6037 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Iron Horse Golf Course
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 profileHit Every Long Putt
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Iron Horse Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Iron Horse Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Fade or draw wedges, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par consistently, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Iron Horse Golf Course
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 Iron Horse Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Iron Horse Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Iron Horse Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Iron Horse Golf Course is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The slope of 142.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 79.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Iron Horse Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6390 yards. The back tees extend to 6743.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Iron Horse Golf Course?
With a course rating of 79.9 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Iron Horse Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6743.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Iron Horse Golf Course 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 Iron Horse Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 142.0 and yardage reaching 6743.0 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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