65% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Irvine Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
35
35 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
144
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Irvine Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Irvine, 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 26%Scoring 24%Precision 16%Accuracy 16%Aim 15%
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.
16.6
Average HCP
8.3
Minimum HCP
29.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Irvine
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Irvine.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@theirvinegolfclub.co.uk
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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
Sandy Road, Bogside
Map not available
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1887
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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 Irvine, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Scottish Girls Open Course
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating tests of iron placement into greens on mostly short par fours, where tee control unlocks wedges but misses spark bogey chains on peak difficulty holes.This slope steep layout pressures scoring through precision on compact setups rather than raw distance.
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725661 yards5176 metersCR 74.0Bogey 104.9Slope 131
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 51.8 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 53.1 · Slope 133
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 5 | — | 6 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 391 | 422 | 307 | 273 | 226 | 359 | 302 | 117 | 376 | 2773 | 358 | 403 | 347 | 380 | 306 | 312 | 121 | 384 | 277 | 2888 | 5661 |
S
Scottish Girls Open Course Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725825 yards5326 metersCR 74.8Bogey 105.9Slope 132
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.7 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 53.2 · Slope 132
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 5 | — | 6 | 14 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 406 | 422 | 307 | 292 | 262 | 359 | 302 | 160 | 376 | 2886 | 358 | 403 | 347 | 380 | 306 | 328 | 121 | 384 | 312 | 2939 | 5825 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Irvine
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 35 Programs
% match to course practice profile43% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
61% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Hit intended line, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP7 drills
Aim32%
Alignment15%
Distance Control14%
63% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Check setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Alignment33%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Irvine
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Irvine. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it close: set up par or better every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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53% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Trajectory11%
63% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
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Get Started47% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment30%
Aim26%
80% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
44% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
65% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
77% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision18%
Scoring18%
Aim14%
66% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy17%
Scoring16%
62% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim24%
Alignment24%
Scoring17%
74% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy25%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
71% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Dial in aim, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills
Aim19%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion15%
68% match
For Scottish Girls Open Course tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control37%
Precision18%
Alignment10%
65% match
For Red tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
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Get Started46% match
For Red tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion23%
68% match
For Red tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy27%
Distance Control15%
69% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Distance Control13%
Dispersion12%
77% match
For Red tees
Stop close from tight lie, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min29 HCP3 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy19%
Aim15%
51% match
For Red tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision21%
Scoring16%
71% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring21%
Trajectory21%
Distance Control19%
69% match
For Red tees
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
88% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
73% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control17%
66% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
57% match
For Red tees
Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment22%
Scoring18%
54% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion16%
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Get Started64% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Alignment20%
Precision16%
67% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy26%
Scoring23%
65% match
For Red tees
Dial in aim, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP5 drills
Aim22%
Dispersion19%
Precision19%
54% match
For Red tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring34%
Distance Control12%
58% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP3 drills
Distance Control39%
Precision24%
Scoring14%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Irvine
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 Irvine
Get answers to common questions about playing Irvine and what to expect.
How difficult is Irvine for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Irvine technically exacting. At 132.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 74.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Irvine?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5743 yards. The back tees extend to 5825.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Irvine?
With a course rating of 74.8 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 Irvine and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5825.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Irvine 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 Irvine strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 132.0 and yardage reaching 5825.0 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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