72% match
For Red tees
Square up, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control20%
Scoring16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kenmare Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
209
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
Kenmare Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kenmare Golf Club, 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 25%Distance Control 20%Aim 20%Precision 19%Alignment 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.
21.2
Average HCP
12
Minimum HCP
35.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Kenmare Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Kenmare Golf Club.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
Killowen Road Kenmare, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Course Description
Kenmare Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland golf course located in Kenmare, County Kerry, Ireland, on the Ring of Kerry. Established in 1903, it is renowned for its scenic views over Kenmare Bay and surrounding mountains and is considered one of the most beautiful places to golf in Kerry. The club welcomes visitors and members alike, with a clubhouse offering dining at Pavillion and the option to book tees online through partners. It is a centrally located, family-friendly club that combines historic charm with a challenging round of golf in a picturesque Irish setting.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Mr. Eddie Hackett
Opened
1903
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(197 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 Kenmare Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like steady pressure from short par fours needing iron touch and par fives tempting scores but risking bogeys on misses, with front nine toughness raising overall save demands.Short layout keeps decisions simple yet slope warns of green side trouble often.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 716086 yards5565 metersCR 69.5Bogey 92.2Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.1 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.1 · Slope 121
| 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 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 302 | 345 | 326 | 462 | 183 | 472 | 538 | 371 | 202 | 3201 | 402 | 344 | 306 | 380 | 201 | 406 | 343 | 167 | 336 | 2885 | 6086 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 705689 yards5202 metersCR 67.6Bogey 90.0Slope 121
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.8 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 44.2 · Slope 119
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 298 | 332 | 320 | 462 | 167 | 351 | 519 | 352 | 160 | 2961 | 327 | 340 | 301 | 370 | 180 | 402 | 319 | 166 | 323 | 2728 | 5689 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 705453 yards4986 metersCR 66.7Bogey 88.5Slope 117
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.0 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 43.5 · Slope 117
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 302 | 315 | 462 | 152 | 351 | 503 | 337 | 147 | 2861 | 315 | 340 | 291 | 353 | 177 | 314 | 307 | 159 | 336 | 2592 | 5453 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 714975 yards4549 metersCR 70.5Bogey 99.5Slope 123
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.8 · Slope 120
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 283 | 283 | 367 | 139 | 328 | 400 | 323 | 133 | 2548 | 303 | 301 | 236 | 380 | 140 | 298 | 283 | 153 | 333 | 2427 | 4975 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kenmare Golf Club
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile60% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring19%
Distance Control14%
58% match
For Red tees
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control15%
Dispersion14%
49% match
For Red tees
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
13 Week Flagship Program for Kenmare Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kenmare Golf Club. 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 · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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51% match
For Red tees
See landing and roll, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control31%
Visualization21%
20% match
For Red tees
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
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Get Started56% match
For Blue tees
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
66% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision27%
Dispersion14%
68% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Aim32%
Precision15%
Scoring15%
38% match
For Blue tees
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy22%
Visualization21%
54% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
65% match
For Blue tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Precision17%
Dispersion16%
51% match
For Blue tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Aim20%
Mechanics18%
71% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment18%
Aim18%
58% match
For Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring26%
Alignment20%
60% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim36%
Precision16%
Distance Control13%
65% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision36%
Aim22%
Distance Control16%
80% match
For Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Aim19%
Distance Control19%
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Get Started66% match
For Blue tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Alignment23%
Scoring20%
70% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Aim25%
Precision21%
Distance Control15%
71% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim18%
59% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control26%
Aim16%
68% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Scoring34%
Aim20%
Alignment13%
61% match
For White tees
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min1 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Precision28%
Aim15%
42% match
For White tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
46% match
For White tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
80% match
For White tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Alignment21%
Distance Control20%
67% match
For White tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Alignment22%
Scoring22%
49% match
For White tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
51% match
For White tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory18%
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Get Started60% match
For White tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision20%
Scoring17%
Mechanics15%
71% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring39%
Aim30%
Distance Control12%
63% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy20%
Alignment14%
66% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
53% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment20%
Scoring19%
77% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim24%
Alignment19%
Scoring19%
59% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy23%
Alignment15%
66% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
Dispersion15%
52% match
For White tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment22%
Distance Control22%
61% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring18%
Accuracy16%
58% match
For Yellow tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control12%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Stop close from tight lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision16%
Alignment13%
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Get Started45% match
For Yellow tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
45% match
For Yellow tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Kenmare Golf Club
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenmare Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Kenmare Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Kenmare Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Kenmare Golf Club challenges consistency. The 123.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 69.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Kenmare Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5530 yards. The back tees extend to 6086.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Kenmare Golf Club?
With a course rating of 69.5 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Kenmare Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6086.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Kenmare Golf Club 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 Kenmare Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 123.0 and yardage reaching 6086.0 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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