Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Melrose Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Melrose, The Scottish Borders, Scotland

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Total Programs

14 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Melrose (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Melrose (Alternate Tees), 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 34%Distance Control 27%Precision 13%Accuracy 13%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.

13.1

Average HCP

7.8

Minimum HCP

29.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Melrose (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Melrose (Alternate Tees).

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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mgc@melrosegolfclub.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

Dinglton Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Opened

1880

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Melrose (Alternate Tees)

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 14 Programs

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Sink All Short Putts

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Fly out and stop close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control39%

Aim32%

Trajectory21%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Set up for high shot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills

Accuracy33%

Alignment29%

Distance Control19%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Melrose (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Melrose (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Sink All Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

See your mixed shot landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring33%

Aim18%

Dispersion18%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control29%

Visualization21%

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See your mixed shot landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control33%

Visualization20%

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Match Clubface to Target

Match clubface, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Alignment34%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy18%

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Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy

Stick to mid iron line, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP5 drills

Accuracy27%

Distance Control24%

Scoring19%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Precision Wedges

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring28%

Accuracy15%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Melrose (Alternate Tees)

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 Melrose (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Melrose (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Melrose (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Melrose (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Melrose (Alternate Tees)?

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 Melrose (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Melrose (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Melrose (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 Melrose (Alternate Tees) 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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