43% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kelley Greens Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
206
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Kelley Greens Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kelley Greens 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
Scoring 26%Distance Control 23%Aim 19%Accuracy 15%Alignment 14%
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.
20.4
Average HCP
11.6
Minimum HCP
33.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Kelley Greens Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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 Kelley Greens Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@nahantgolfclub.com
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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
1 Willow Rd, Nahant, MA 01908, USA
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
30
Type
Parkland
Architect
Wayne Stiles
Opened
1923
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Business Claimed
⭐4.3(137 reviews)
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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 Kelley Greens Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for BLUE/BLUE
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers nonstop iron precision tests through par three dominance forcing tee accuracy every time while short par fours pressure drive spots for safe approaches. Bogey risks grow fast from off irons needing sharp short game saves.
B
BLUE/BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 603910 yards3575 metersCR 61.0Bogey 71.2Slope 104
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.5 · BR 35.6 · Slope 104
Back Nine · CR 30.5 · BR 35.6 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 60 |
| Handicap | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 10 | — | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 11 | — | — |
| Yardage | 141 | 181 | 187 | 160 | 220 | 330 | 296 | 257 | 183 | 1955 | 141 | 181 | 187 | 160 | 220 | 330 | 296 | 257 | 183 | 1955 | 3910 |
W
WHITE/BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 603796 yards3471 metersCR 60.6Bogey 70.8Slope 104
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.1 · BR 35.2 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 30.5 · BR 35.6 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 60 |
| Handicap | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 10 | — | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 11 | — | — |
| Yardage | 139 | 177 | 174 | 140 | 187 | 319 | 282 | 251 | 172 | 1841 | 141 | 181 | 187 | 160 | 220 | 330 | 296 | 257 | 183 | 1955 | 3796 |
R
RED/RED Tee
Gender: FemalePar 603462 yards3166 metersCR 60.6Bogey 74.6Slope 98
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 37.3 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 37.3 · Slope 98
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 60 |
| Handicap | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 10 | — | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 11 | — | — |
| Yardage | 136 | 173 | 168 | 125 | 146 | 298 | 274 | 246 | 165 | 1731 | 136 | 173 | 168 | 125 | 146 | 298 | 274 | 246 | 165 | 1731 | 3462 |
R
RED/WHITE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 603572 yards3266 metersCR 61.7Bogey 75.3Slope 100
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 37.3 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 38.0 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 60 |
| Handicap | 16 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 10 | — | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 11 | — | — |
| Yardage | 136 | 173 | 168 | 125 | 146 | 298 | 274 | 246 | 165 | 1731 | 139 | 177 | 174 | 140 | 187 | 319 | 282 | 251 | 172 | 1841 | 3572 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kelley Greens 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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile59% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision17%
Dispersion17%
51% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
61% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Kelley Greens Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kelley Greens Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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44% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
65% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring17%
Dispersion15%
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Get Started38% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Aim15%
79% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim23%
Alignment20%
Distance Control19%
69% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control19%
Alignment17%
54% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
75% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring23%
Alignment18%
55% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim34%
Alignment23%
Scoring20%
43% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim28%
Precision21%
66% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Aim18%
Dispersion16%
Precision16%
74% match
For BLUE/BLUE tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
60% match
For RED/RED tees
Eliminate mental errors, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min5 HCP5 drills
Scoring29%
Precision24%
Aim23%
72% match
For RED/RED tees
Check clubface, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control25%
Accuracy19%
79% match
For RED/RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring38%
Aim19%
Alignment17%
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Get Started67% match
For RED/RED tees
Pick landing spot, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills
Aim31%
Scoring16%
Alignment16%
61% match
For RED/RED tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
71% match
For RED/RED tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment28%
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
74% match
For RED/RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control20%
Accuracy19%
Alignment15%
54% match
For RED/RED tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
51% match
For RED/RED tees
Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy30%
Dispersion11%
79% match
For RED/RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control19%
Alignment19%
67% match
For RED/RED tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim30%
Alignment20%
Scoring17%
69% match
For RED/RED tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control19%
Alignment14%
59% match
For RED/RED tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
Aim14%
70% match
For RED/RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy30%
Aim11%
77% match
For RED/RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
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Get Started54% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment25%
Precision13%
49% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control27%
Trajectory11%
69% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
0% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
34% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP3 drills
Trajectory32%
Precision20%
Scoring20%
71% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment20%
Aim19%
Distance Control18%
70% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy21%
Alignment17%
56% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim28%
Precision21%
Distance Control15%
69% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment23%
Distance Control20%
80% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring29%
Aim12%
68% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring23%
Alignment20%
70% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy21%
Scoring19%
Alignment15%
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Get Started69% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim22%
Trajectory16%
68% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring29%
Distance Control13%
67% match
For WHITE/BLUE tees
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy20%
Aim9%
42% match
For RED/WHITE tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
78% match
For RED/WHITE tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim21%
Trajectory16%
82% match
For RED/WHITE tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring34%
Aim23%
Alignment14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelley Greens Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Kelley Greens Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Kelley Greens Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Kelley Greens Golf Course challenges consistency. The 104.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 61.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 30.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Kelley Greens Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3686 yards. The back tees extend to 3910.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Kelley Greens Golf Course?
With a course rating of 61.0 and par 30, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 30 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Kelley Greens Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 3910.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Kelley Greens 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 Kelley Greens Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 104.0 and yardage reaching 3910.0 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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