Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Northwest Golf Club

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Silver Spring, Maryland, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Inside 9 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Inside 9, 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 31%Distance Control 19%Precision 17%Aim 16%Accuracy 14%

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.

17.2

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

34.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Inside 9

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

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

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Inside 9.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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bcullum@mcggolf.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

15711 Layhill Road

Course Description

MCG Golf operates a family of nine public golf courses in the Maryland and Washington, D.C. region, primarily serving Montgomery County and surrounding areas. The organization offers golf instruction through the MCG Academy, hosts corporate and charity events, and provides leagues, driving ranges, and golf shops to create an all-inclusive golf experience. It emphasizes premier playing conditions, guest services, and a broad range of golfing activities for both beginners and seasoned players. Located in the Maryland–DC metro area, MCG Golf positions itself as the home for Everything Golf across multiple courses and facilities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Russell Roberts

Opened

1964

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Inside 9

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Pick your spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring34%

Aim27%

Alignment23%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Inside 9

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Inside 9. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Hit Intended Line

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision22%

Accuracy12%

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Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control29%

Dispersion13%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Distance Control27%

Precision25%

Aim13%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Hit Intended Line

Hit intended line, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Aim36%

Scoring15%

Distance Control13%

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Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in

Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring28%

Distance Control15%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Precision Long Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring36%

Precision20%

Dispersion13%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Thread the needle, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min26 HCP9 drills

Precision33%

Scoring16%

Mechanics15%

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Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Hit close to hole, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min13 HCP5 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control30%

Accuracy21%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Inside 9

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4/15/2026

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Inside 9

Get answers to common questions about playing Inside 9 and what to expect.

How difficult is Inside 9 for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Inside 9 technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 34.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Inside 9?

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 Inside 9?

With a course rating of 70 and par 34, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 34 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Inside 9 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 Inside 9 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 Inside 9 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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