Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lothianburn Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

17 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

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Lothianburn Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lothianburn, 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 31%Distance Control 28%Precision 14%Accuracy 13%Dispersion 12%

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.

15.2

Average HCP

8.6

Minimum HCP

33.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lothianburn

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lothianburn.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@lothianburngc.co.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

106A Biggar Rd

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

James Braid

Opened

1893

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lothianburn

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 From Long Distance

Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Scoring8%

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Focus On Pace And Line

Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill

Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control31%

Visualization23%

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Save Par From Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy23%

Precision16%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Lothianburn

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lothianburn. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Cup From Long Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Feel Green: Control Rollout

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Week 5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control33%

Visualization18%

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Feel Green: Control Rollout

Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Distance Control36%

Precision18%

Alignment15%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills

Distance Control30%

Alignment24%

Precision14%

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Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Dial in touch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Scoring43%

Accuracy34%

Visualization8%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills

Precision20%

Scoring16%

Distance Control14%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

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

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Distance Control38%

Accuracy15%

Alignment11%

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Precision Wedges

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring31%

Accuracy18%

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Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Wedge Distance Control

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control29%

Scoring26%

Dispersion21%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Turn into birdies, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min12 HCP5 drills

Scoring28%

Precision20%

Distance Control18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Lothianburn

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 Lothianburn

Get answers to common questions about playing Lothianburn and what to expect.

How difficult is Lothianburn for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Lothianburn challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lothianburn?

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 Lothianburn?

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 Lothianburn and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland 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.

What features make Lothianburn 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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