Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Old Tabby Golf Links

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Spring Island, South Carolina, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Old Tabby Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old Tabby, 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

Precision 25%Aim 22%Scoring 18%Trajectory 18%Distance Control 15%

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.

Average HCP

9.8

Minimum HCP

38.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Old Tabby

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

Putting18 min

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

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot closest to the multiple target(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) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Old Tabby.

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

42 Mobley Oaks Lane

Course Description

Spring Island is a private waterfront community in Beaufort, South Carolina, offering a curated living experience where nature and refined amenities coexist. Spanning 3,000 acres with about 400 homesites, the island emphasizes preserved landscapes, golf, equestrian facilities, arts and agriculture, and lifelong learning in a Lowcountry setting. Residents enjoy a unhurried lifestyle shaped by nature, community gathering spaces, and a range of recreational and cultural offerings. The community promotes balance with nature while maintaining a sense of elegance and connection among neighbors.

private waterfront community • beaufort south carolina • lowcountry living • nature preserves • golf amenities • equestrian facilities • water activities • arts and agriculture • lifelong learning • nature trails • landscape architecture • heritage and tradition • exclusive homesites • birdwatching • harbor access • community events • private memberships • discovery visits • nature center • the farm • nature preserve • residential community • lowcountry • south carolina • outdoor living • sustainable community • real estate

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Arnold Palmer/Ed Seay

Opened

1992

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Business Claimed

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old Tabby

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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Sink Every Mid Putt

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

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Land 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Precision21%

Aim19%

Distance Control19%

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Chip Through Gate for Aim

Pick line and commit, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Aim34%

Precision23%

Distance Control18%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Old Tabby

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old Tabby. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink Every Mid Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Leave tap-ins, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Mechanics23%

Scoring19%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Visualize the line, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Aim28%

Distance Control23%

Trajectory13%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Aim for soft landing, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Precision15%

Scoring14%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Turn lies into pars, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills

Scoring46%

Aim19%

Alignment13%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Precision31%

Distance Control24%

Aim15%

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Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP4 drills

Aim33%

Alignment20%

Scoring13%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Alignment29%

Distance Control21%

Precision14%

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Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Long Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Old Tabby

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Old Tabby

Get answers to common questions about playing Old Tabby and what to expect.

How difficult is Old Tabby for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Old Tabby 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 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old Tabby?

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 Tabby?

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.

How long is Old Tabby 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 Old Tabby and how should I play it?

Old Tabby 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 Old Tabby 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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