Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for King's Links Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
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
King's Links Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for King's Links, 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 33%Precision 20%Distance Control 19%Aim 15%Trajectory 10%
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.
15.3
Average HCP
7.4
Minimum HCP
30.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for King's Links
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
Pitch | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Above/Below Feet
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about King's Links.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@aberdeencity.gov.uk
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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
Golf Road
Course Description
Kings Links Golf Centre is a golf centre in Scotland that offers a 56 bay floodlit driving range, golf store, and teaching academy. They provide a range of services and products for golfers, including custom fitting, lessons, and equipment sales.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for King's Links
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Aim15%
Trajectory11%
Challenge limits, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control20%
13 Week Flagship Program for King's Links
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for King's Links. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Accuracy Advanced
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Precision17%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy18%
Alignment12%
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Get StartedVisualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
Chip from tight lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Precision23%
Dispersion13%
Feel the green, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP8 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control31%
Visualization21%
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min28 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision13%
Trajectory12%
Control long iron spin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision29%
Trajectory29%
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring25%
Dispersion23%
Distance Control19%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at King's Links
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
Scotland
North East Open
8/15/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
men
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about King's Links
Get answers to common questions about playing King's Links and what to expect.
How difficult is King's Links for mid-handicap golfers?
King's Links is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at King's Links?
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 King's Links?
With a course rating of 70 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 King's Links 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 King's Links and how should I play it?
King's Links is designed as a Links 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 King's Links 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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