Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for King and Prince Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

St. Simons Island, Georgia, United States of America

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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

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

The Hampton Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Hampton, 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 37%Distance Control 26%Precision 17%Aim 9%Visualization 9%

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.

14.5

Average HCP

7.7

Minimum HCP

32.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Hampton

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4

Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8

Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Hampton.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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bruce@hamptonclub.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

100 Tabbystone

Course Description

King and Prince Golf Club is a premier 18-hole championship golf course on St. Simons Island, Georgia, set within The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort. The layout winds through coastal forests, salt marshes, and lakes, offering a unique island-style golf experience with picturesque vistas and a history of award-winning design. The club provides private instruction, tee times, and a range of resort experiences, combining world-class golf with coastal hospitality. It is part of a larger Georgia coastal resort destination celebrated for its charm and seaside amenities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Joe Lee

Opened

1989

Conditions

Fairway: Bermuda • Green: Bermuda

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Hampton

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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Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Read subtle breaks, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min3 HCP4 drills

Precision37%

Scoring33%

Green Reading11%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control34%

Visualization20%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring32%

Accuracy27%

Precision15%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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13 Week Flagship Program for The Hampton

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Hampton. 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≤ 4 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Week 2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Mixed

Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere

Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control32%

Visualization22%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Vary landing spot, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control32%

Visualization20%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Aim for soft landing, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Aim28%

Precision20%

Distance Control14%

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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Short Game23-26 min18 HCP9 drills

Distance Control35%

Precision15%

Aim12%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring22%

Aim17%

Precision12%

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Control Wedge Roll

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control30%

Accuracy18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at The Hampton

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about The Hampton

Get answers to common questions about playing The Hampton and what to expect.

How difficult is The Hampton for mid-handicap golfers?

The Hampton presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Hampton?

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 The Hampton?

With a course rating of 70 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 The Hampton and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

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

The Hampton is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 The Hampton 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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