Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Old Tappan Golf Course

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Old Tappan, New Jersey, 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Old Tappan (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old Tappan (Alternate Tees), 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%Scoring 22%Aim 20%Distance Control 17%Mechanics 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.

20.9

Average HCP

13.6

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Old Tappan (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway

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

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.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Old Tappan (Alternate Tees).

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

83 DeWolf Road

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Hal Purdy

Opened

1970

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.0(60 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old Tappan (Alternate Tees)

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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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP4 drills

Scoring29%

Precision25%

Aim21%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

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

Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills

Precision22%

Distance Control18%

Aim17%

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

Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy15%

Aim15%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory17%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Old Tappan (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old Tappan (Alternate Tees). 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≤ 4 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Week 2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills

Aim36%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy13%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Aim25%

Dispersion14%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Aim23%

Alignment20%

Distance Control19%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Aim20%

Precision19%

Distance Control15%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control29%

Scoring24%

Dispersion19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Old Tappan (Alternate Tees)

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Old Tappan (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Old Tappan (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Old Tappan (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Old Tappan (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old Tappan (Alternate Tees)?

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 Tappan (Alternate Tees)?

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

How long is Old Tappan (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Old Tappan (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Tappan (Alternate Tees) 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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