Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Old Lyme Country Club

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Old Lyme, Connecticut, United States of America

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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 · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Old Lyme (Alternative) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old Lyme (Alternative), 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 33%Precision 21%Distance Control 20%Dispersion 16%Accuracy 8%

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.

16.9

Average HCP

9.2

Minimum HCP

33.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Old Lyme (Alternative)

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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

Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Old Lyme (Alternative).

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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office@oldlymecc.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

40 McCurdy Road

Course Description

Old Lyme Country Club is a private country club offering golf, swimming, tennis, and dining in Old Lyme, Connecticut. The club emphasizes first-class facilities, a spectacular location, and a long history, serving members with recreational and social amenities in a scenic coastal town. It hosts events and provides a traditional club experience with a focus on family and community activities in southeastern Connecticut.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1916

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.6(35 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old Lyme (Alternative)

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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Showing 13 Programs

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Make All 6 Ft Putts

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Stop pitches near hole, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP6 drills

Distance Control29%

Scoring19%

Precision16%

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Make Par Around the Green

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Dispersion33%

Accuracy15%

Precision15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Old Lyme (Alternative)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old Lyme (Alternative). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Week 2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Up-and-Down Contest

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Tighten your spread: keep woods within 8 yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Consistent mid iron length, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP9 drills

Distance Control36%

Scoring23%

Trajectory13%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into birdies, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control33%

Visualization20%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills

Distance Control24%

Precision23%

Dispersion13%

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Up-and-Down Contest

Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Aim19%

Alignment14%

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Save Par From Fringe

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy20%

Alignment15%

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Tighten your spread: keep woods within 8 yards

Keep within 8 yards, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min21 HCP6 drills

Precision37%

Dispersion32%

Scoring14%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring21%

Distance Control16%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Leave tap-ins, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Precision35%

Scoring33%

Dispersion17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Old Lyme (Alternative)

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 Old Lyme (Alternative)

Get answers to common questions about playing Old Lyme (Alternative) and what to expect.

How difficult is Old Lyme (Alternative) for mid-handicap golfers?

Old Lyme (Alternative) is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old Lyme (Alternative)?

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 Old Lyme (Alternative)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Old Lyme (Alternative) 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 Old Lyme (Alternative) 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 Old Lyme (Alternative) 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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