Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The Kanawha.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
89
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Kanawha, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Everything you need to know about The Kanawha.
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705 River Road West
Kanawha Club is a private golf club featuring a nine-hole par-3 course located on 55 acres in the rolling hills of Manakin-Sabot, Virginia. It provides a quiet, relaxed environment for members, their families, and guests to play and practice, with a focus on the course and practice facilities. The club emphasizes a golf-centric experience in the central Virginia region, offering membership access and a traditional club atmosphere.
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Holes
9
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Architect
Lester George
Opened
2005
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on The Kanawha hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Kanawha hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Kanawha hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Kanawha hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Kanawha hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Kanawha hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Programs
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileMaintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Kanawha. 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.
Full 53 days 73 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedStick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The Kanawha and what to expect.
The Kanawha 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 27.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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