Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Spires.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
97
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Spires, 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.
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Discover opportunities amongst woods undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Discover weaknesses amongst woods shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Holes
18
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Architect
Hawtree & Sons
Opened
1991
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Spires hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Spires hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Spires hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Spires hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Spires hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Spires hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Spires hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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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 profileVisualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Spires. 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.
Full 52 days 71 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control wedge rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Spires and what to expect.
Spires 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 27.
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 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Spires 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.
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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