Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Northern Hills.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Northern 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.
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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 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Discover tendencies amongst irons raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Everything you need to know about Northern Hills.
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Northern Hills Golf Club is a golf facility located in San Antonio, Texas. The club operates a traditional golf course open to the public, offering a local golfing option within the San Antonio area. While the site currently references an external route through Alamocity Golf Trail, the venue is known as a community-oriented golf destination in northern San Antonio. It serves golfers seeking a local course experience and related amenities.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joseph Beleau
Opened
1969
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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 Northern Hills hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Northern Hills hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Northern Hills hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Northern Hills hole-by-hole data.
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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 profileControl pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink long putts, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Northern Hills. 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.
Full 54 days 74 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Flop
Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it close: set up par or better every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedAim for soft landing, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save with mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Northern Hills and what to expect.
Northern Hills presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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 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.
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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