Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Makurdi International Golf Course
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Makurdi, Benue, Nigeria
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Makurdi International Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Makurdi International, 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 32%Precision 23%Distance Control 17%Accuracy 15%Aim 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.
19
Average HCP
9.5
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Makurdi International
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
Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Makurdi International.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
Road A3
Course Information
Holes
18
Type
Desert
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Makurdi International
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileSink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control17%
Dispersion15%
Land inside 2 feet, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring31%
Distance Control16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Makurdi International
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Makurdi International. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Short Game · Flop
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Save with mid irons, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion15%
Distance Control14%
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Pitch close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy37%
Distance Control24%
Alignment18%
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control32%
Visualization24%
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment20%
Distance Control20%
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Aim22%
Alignment20%
Pinpoint pitches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control25%
Scoring14%
Save par clutch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment22%
Aim20%
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring25%
Trajectory16%
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Get close to pin, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP3 drills
Precision40%
Dispersion17%
Mechanics15%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Makurdi International
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Nigeria
Python Ladies Open Championship
4/29/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
women
Open for registration
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All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT)
11/4/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
women
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LGAN Open Golf Championship
11/8/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
women
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LGAN Open Golf Championship
11/8/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
women
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Makurdi International
Get answers to common questions about playing Makurdi International and what to expect.
How difficult is Makurdi International for mid-handicap golfers?
Makurdi International is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 0.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Makurdi International?
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 Makurdi International?
With a course rating of 70 and par 0, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 0 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Makurdi International and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Makurdi International and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Desert 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 Makurdi International 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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