Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Northern Pines Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Northern Pines Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Northern Pines, 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

Distance Control 23%Scoring 21%Precision 21%Aim 20%Trajectory 13%

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.

19.9

Average HCP

11.2

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Northern Pines

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Northern Pines.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@golfbrandon.com

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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

1127 Braecrest Drive

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1960

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Northern Pines

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Dial in aim, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Aim32%

Distance Control21%

Scoring18%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Distance Control32%

Alignment18%

Scoring17%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Northern Pines

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Northern Pines. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Land it close: set up par or better every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Turn into birdies, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min21 HCP5 drills

Distance Control20%

Scoring20%

Dispersion17%

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Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere

Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control29%

Visualization22%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills

Aim25%

Scoring20%

Alignment20%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control34%

Alignment22%

Precision18%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Scoring18%

Distance Control15%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Can you avoid the fringe from 140-180 yards?

Stick to mid iron line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Northern Pines

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 Northern Pines

Get answers to common questions about playing Northern Pines and what to expect.

How difficult is Northern Pines for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Northern Pines technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 31.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Northern Pines?

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 Northern Pines?

With a course rating of 70 and par 31, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 31 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Northern Pines 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 Northern Pines and how should I play it?

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.

What features make Northern Pines 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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