Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Matterhorn.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
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 Matterhorn, 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 over the chalk starting line.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
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.
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
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 sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Everything you need to know about Matterhorn.
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Golfclub Matterhorn is a Swiss golf club located near Zermatt in the Valais region. The venue features the Parkland-style Matterhorn course with 9 hole plus design, offering 18 tee positions across a mostly flat terrain at about 1420 meters elevation with views of Breithorn and Klein Matterhorn. The club provides facilities including a driving range, practice greens, and a pro shop, and hosts memberships, events, and a golf academy led by Swiss PGA professionals. It also operates the Golf@Paradise restaurant and supports various partner hotels in the Zermatt area.
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Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
John Chilver-Stainer
Opened
1989
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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 Matterhorn hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Matterhorn hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Matterhorn hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Matterhorn hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Matterhorn 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 profileAdjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Matterhorn. 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.
Full 47 days 65 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Matterhorn and what to expect.
Players often find Matterhorn technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
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 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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.
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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