Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Paultons Golf Centre

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Romsey, Hampshire, England

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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

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Academy Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Academy, 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 34%Aim 18%Precision 17%Accuracy 15%Distance Control 13%

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

8.9

Minimum HCP

26.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Academy

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | 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 mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Academy.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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paultons@crown-golf.co.uk

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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

Ower

Course Description

Nestling in the heart of leafy Hampshire, Paultons Golf Centre is a golfers paradise. We offer a variety of membership and pay-and-play opportunities, whether you're new to the game or working on that elusive single figure handicap. If it's a challenge you're after then look no further than our beautiful 18-hole course. Seeking a quick round after work with your friends or your family at the weekend? Then you'll love our 6-hole Academy Course. Or perhaps you would like to pit your wits against some of the world's most famous golf holes on our Toptracer powered driving range. Whatever your interest, ability or age, there's something for everyone at Paultons!

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

J.R. Smith

Opened

1992

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Academy

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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Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Avoid bogeys, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min6 HCP4 drills

Aim30%

Scoring28%

Precision20%

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Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Eliminate mental errors, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision29%

Aim16%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Aim32%

Scoring16%

Distance Control13%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills

Aim23%

Accuracy18%

Scoring16%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Academy

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Academy. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

See Shot Before Hit

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

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

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring31%

Precision18%

Dispersion15%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Mechanics30%

Precision30%

Trajectory17%

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See Shot Before Hit

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills

Distance Control23%

Precision17%

Scoring15%

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

Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring39%

Accuracy24%

Aim10%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring40%

Distance Control22%

Alignment13%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring25%

Accuracy20%

Dispersion18%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control19%

Precision12%

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Precision Mid-Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Academy

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 Academy

Get answers to common questions about playing Academy and what to expect.

How difficult is Academy for mid-handicap golfers?

Academy is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Academy?

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 Academy?

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 Academy and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Academy 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 Academy 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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