Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Olde Homestead Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

New Tripoli, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Open Flagship ProgramVisit Club Website

Total Programs

16

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

84

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

12

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

Session Durations

6

3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Par-3 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par-3, 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 28%Distance Control 24%Accuracy 16%Aim 15%Precision 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.

22.4
Average HCP
15.2
Minimum HCP
34.4
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Par-3

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

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

Diagram for Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Diagram for Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Par-3.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

kscanlon@OldeHomesteadGolfClub.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

6598 Route 309

Course Description

Olde Homestead Golf Club operates an award-winning 18-hole public golf course set in the Blue Mountains region near New Tripoli, Pennsylvania. The club features a restored historic clubhouse, a 1700s summer kitchen, and a mix of traditional golf offerings along with FootGolf and a variety of events and weddings venues. It serves daily fee golfers, events and dining through Conestoga Cafe, with instructional programs and junior golf, and also hosts tournaments and outings. The property emphasizes a historic, family-friendly environment with dine-in and takeout options and online tee times and shop services.

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Course Information

Holes

27

Par

27

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jim Blaukovitch

Opened

1902

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Par-3

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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Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion19%

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%

11 Week Flagship Program for Par-3

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par-3. 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 13 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–24 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 2–34 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–57 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–77 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 83 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–94 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–104 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–113 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Aim23%
Alignment15%

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control33%
Accuracy19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Par-3

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 Par-3

Get answers to common questions about playing Par-3 and what to expect.

How difficult is Par-3 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Par-3 challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Par-3?

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 Par-3?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Par-3 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 Par-3 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 Par-3 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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