Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nottawasaga Inn Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

18

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

90

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

12

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

6

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Briar Hill Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Briar Hill, 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 25%Precision 24%Distance Control 18%Aim 17%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.

19.6
Average HCP
11.6
Minimum HCP
35.9
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Briar Hill

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
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.

Diagram for All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Driving Range30 min

All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Briar Hill.

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

6015 Highway 89

Course Description

Located just 45 minutes north of Toronto & 45 minutes south of Muskoka, the Nottawasaga Resort & Conference Centre is an all season hotel and conference centre nestled within the quiet countryside of the Nottawasaga Valley. Our 269 guestroom resort offers a relaxing place for families and vacation traveller's to getaway, as well as two golf courses, a fitness centre and restaurant that are open to the public. Not just a leisure destination our full-service 64,000 sq.ft. conference facility, which includes 34 meeting rooms and a 21,000 sf.ft. onsite trade centre, offers a variety of spaces for both small or large conference groups as well those celebrating a special event. In addition to an extensive line-up of meeting rooms the Nottawasaga Resort offers a variety of perks that are included with our meeting packages including: complimentary parking, wireless internet in your guest room and access to exceptional on-site amenities and activities; two golf courses, indoor & outdoor pool, indoor mini-golf, a games room, fitness and recreational facilities, an international and national sized soccer field as well as an arena with 2 NHL sized ice pads.The resort features two beautiful dining rooms which include the recently renovated Riverview Room, which overlooks the Nottawasaga Valley and golf courses, and the exquisite and intimate Mahogany Room. Each offer unique menus ensuring that visitors have the opportunity to experience the diversity and passion our Chefs put into every item. We also specialize in private banquets to suit culinary expectations at every level and budget.

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Course Information

Holes

45

Par

35

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ron Harris

Opened

1998

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Briar Hill

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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11 Week Flagship Program for Briar Hill

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Briar Hill. 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.

Weeks 1–25 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–35 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 3–57 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–63 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–75 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 7–85 days

Short Game · Flop

Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–106 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 114 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Control the arc: launch and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Briar Hill

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 Briar Hill

Get answers to common questions about playing Briar Hill and what to expect.

How difficult is Briar Hill for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Briar Hill 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 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Briar Hill?

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 Briar Hill?

With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Briar Hill 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 Briar Hill and how should I play it?

Briar Hill 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 Briar Hill 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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