Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Negril Hills Golf Club

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Westmoreland, Cornwall, Jamaica

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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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Negril Hills Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Negril Hills, 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 28%Precision 23%Aim 19%Distance Control 16%Trajectory 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.

22.8

Average HCP

13.3

Minimum HCP

36.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Negril Hills

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

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Y Area

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 8 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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Negril Hills.

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

A2 Route

Course Description

Negril Hills Golf Club is an 18-hole par-72 golf course in Negril, Jamaica, offering a Caribbean golfing experience with features such as elevated tees, gently undulating fairways, water hazards, and lush tropical vegetation. The club emphasizes hospitality with a clubhouse, full-service restaurant and dining facilities, a pro shop, tennis courts, and amenities designed for both golfers and non-golfers. It markets itself as a premier destination for golf tourism in Jamaica, blending challenging play with the natural beauty of the island. The course measures about 6,333 yards and showcases the scenic allure of the Negril region, inviting visitors to enjoy sport and resort-style leisure.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bob Simmons

Opened

1994

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Negril Hills

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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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

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

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

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

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min34 HCP9 drills

Distance Control26%

Aim22%

Dispersion14%

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Save Par From Fringe

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy24%

Green Reading13%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Negril Hills

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Negril Hills. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 14–16≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring28%

Trajectory26%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills

Distance Control28%

Alignment14%

Aim14%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Dial in aim, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP8 drills

Aim33%

Scoring17%

Distance Control17%

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

Fly out and stop close, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Aim32%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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Land Close To Pin

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Alignment28%

Aim21%

Scoring18%

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Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Control short iron height, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision23%

Mechanics23%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring24%

Precision19%

Mechanics15%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Beat your best drive streak—how many in a row?

Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Precision18%

Trajectory16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Negril Hills

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 Negril Hills

Get answers to common questions about playing Negril Hills and what to expect.

How difficult is Negril Hills for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Negril Hills challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Negril Hills?

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 Negril Hills?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Negril Hills and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

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

Negril Hills 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.

What features make Negril Hills 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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