Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Kings Acre.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kings Acre, 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.
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Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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Kings Acre Golf Course is a family-owned parkland golf experience in Scotland, offering a challenging and rewarding game for players of all skill levels. The course features 18 holes, strategically placed water hazards, and undulating greens, making it a stimulating and equitable test of shot-making skills.
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Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Links
Architect
Graeme Webster
Opened
1997
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Kings Acre hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Kings Acre hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Kings Acre hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Kings Acre hole-by-hole data.
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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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% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate careless misses, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kings Acre. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Mixed
Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Vary your targets and hit them every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
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Full flagship program designed around Kings Acre hole by hole data. Contains 44 practice days and 39 unique drills.
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Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Perfect woods arc, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Kings Acre and what to expect.
Players often find Kings Acre technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
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 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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.
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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