Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Island Green Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada

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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 · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Hummingbird Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hummingbird, 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

Precision 27%Distance Control 22%Aim 19%Scoring 17%Trajectory 13%

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.

20.7

Average HCP

12.3

Minimum HCP

35.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Hummingbird

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Hummingbird.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Sherri@islandgreengolf.ca

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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

7005 NS-12

Course Description

Island Green Golf Club is a family-owned golf club located in North Alton, near Kentville in the Annapolis Valley. The 9-hole course offers 18 distinct tee positions to create an 18-hole experience, welcoming visitors for casual rounds and local play. The club emphasizes a warm, community-focused atmosphere with a licensed patio and grab-and-go snacks, and is operated by Marty and Sherri Davison who purchased the land in 2001 and designed the course. They invite new members and visitors to enjoy the scenic valley setting and friendly hospitality.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

2005

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.6(68 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hummingbird

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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Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately

Align putter head, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min6 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment13%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Distance Control23%

Aim20%

Precision18%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision31%

Trajectory22%

Mechanics22%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Hummingbird

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hummingbird. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Ball on Dime

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills

Distance Control33%

Precision28%

Aim13%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy22%

Distance Control13%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Stop Ball on Dime

Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Distance Control34%

Precision20%

Aim20%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Feel the distance, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Accuracy36%

Distance Control31%

Alignment24%

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Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics26%

Trajectory15%

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Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots

Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion37%

Precision30%

Scoring10%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Hummingbird

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 Hummingbird

Get answers to common questions about playing Hummingbird and what to expect.

How difficult is Hummingbird for mid-handicap golfers?

Hummingbird is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 66.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hummingbird?

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 Hummingbird?

With a course rating of 70 and par 66, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 66 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Hummingbird and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Hummingbird and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Hummingbird 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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