39% match
For Red tees
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lahinch Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
192
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Old Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old, 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
Distance Control 29%Scoring 23%Precision 17%Accuracy 15%Dispersion 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.
17.3
Average HCP
8.8
Minimum HCP
31.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Old
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Old.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@lahinchgolf.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
Liscannor Road
Course Description
Lahinch Golf Club, located in County Clare, Ireland, is a prestigious golfing destination known as the "St. Andrews of Ireland." Established in 1892, the club boasts a rich history and features an 18-hole links course designed by renowned architects like Old Tom Morris and Dr. Alister MacKenzie. The course is celebrated for its challenging layout and stunning views, including ocean scenery and historic castle ruins. The club offers various services and facilities, including membership opportunities for both men and women, with a commitment to inclusivity. Lahinch Golf Club hosts numerous tournaments and events throughout the year, attracting participants from around the world. Visitors can enjoy hospitality amenities, including dining options and social areas, creating a welcoming atmosphere for golfers and their families. The club also provides golf lessons and coaching, along with equipment rentals and a pro shop for apparel and accessories.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Old Tom Morris/Alister Mackenzie
Opened
1892
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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 Old, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeated tests on long par fours needing tee power into irons and par fives offering birdie bait but bogey traps on poor position, with back nine ramping difficulty for steady scoring pressure.This course delivers repeated tests on long par fours needing tee power into irons and par fives offering birdie bait but bogey traps on poor position, with back nine ramping difficulty for steady scoring pressure.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 727066 yards6461 metersCR 74.8Bogey 99.5Slope 133
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 48.8 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 50.7 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 381 | 534 | 446 | 475 | 154 | 424 | 411 | 166 | 400 | 3391 | 441 | 170 | 577 | 334 | 461 | 466 | 195 | 467 | 564 | 3675 | 7066 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726613 yards6047 metersCR 72.6Bogey 96.8Slope 130
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.1 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 48.7 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 373 | 523 | 418 | 472 | 148 | 412 | 366 | 156 | 391 | 3259 | 424 | 156 | 514 | 267 | 451 | 439 | 192 | 408 | 503 | 3354 | 6613 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 745502 yards5031 metersCR 74.4Bogey 106.4Slope 136
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 53.6 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 52.8 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 344 | 484 | 374 | 423 | 118 | 331 | 295 | 128 | 245 | 2742 | 362 | 105 | 460 | 230 | 429 | 374 | 128 | 318 | 354 | 2760 | 5502 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old
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 profile81% match
For Red tees
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring19%
Precision16%
77% match
For Red tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control23%
Trajectory18%
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Get Started73% match
For Red tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Precision24%
Dispersion16%
12 Week Flagship Program for Old
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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77% match
For Red tees
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
66% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring22%
Alignment17%
47% match
For Red tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring28%
Alignment16%
61% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision14%
Accuracy14%
61% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Distance Control36%
Precision28%
Dispersion14%
60% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control24%
Alignment21%
73% match
For Red tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy22%
Dispersion15%
58% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
84% match
For Red tees
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision19%
Scoring19%
83% match
For Red tees
Beat streaks, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Precision21%
Distance Control16%
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Get Started41% match
For White tees
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
59% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
71% match
For White tees
Master touch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Distance Control38%
Dispersion14%
Scoring13%
58% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment14%
Trajectory12%
70% match
For White tees
Stop close from tight lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision23%
Aim16%
73% match
For White tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
55% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion28%
Visualization27%
Accuracy20%
54% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment27%
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
73% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control15%
61% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision29%
Dispersion11%
69% match
For White tees
Turn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control26%
Alignment12%
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Get Started39% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim32%
Alignment28%
Scoring23%
76% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy18%
Dispersion17%
68% match
For White tees
Thread the gap, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
52% match
For White tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control34%
Aim13%
73% match
For White tees
Turn into birdies, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Precision18%
Accuracy13%
59% match
For Blue tees
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
59% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Aim32%
Dispersion17%
Precision16%
63% match
For Blue tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment21%
Accuracy20%
46% match
For Blue tees
Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy34%
Green Reading9%
72% match
For Blue tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
77% match
For Blue tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
51% match
For Blue tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision22%
Scoring18%
Aim14%
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Get Started59% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
61% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
55% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Alignment18%
Accuracy17%
70% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy20%
Precision16%
61% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Old
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Old
Get answers to common questions about playing Old and what to expect.
How difficult is Old for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Old technically exacting. The 133.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 74.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6284 yards. The back tees extend to 7066.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Old?
With a course rating of 74.8 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 Old and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 7066.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Old and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Links design philosophy. 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 Old strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 7066.0 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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