Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pitlochry Golf Course

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Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross, Scotland

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Pitlochry Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pitlochry, 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 26%Precision 24%Distance Control 18%Aim 16%Accuracy 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.

Average HCP

12.5

Minimum HCP

32.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Pitlochry

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

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through

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

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Landing Spot

Land the ball in the landing spot using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Pitlochry.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@pitlochrygolf.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

Pitlochry Estate Office

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Willie Fernie

Opened

1908

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pitlochry

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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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control30%

Visualization22%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy35%

Aim16%

Distance Control14%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Dispersion35%

Precision27%

Scoring23%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory17%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Pitlochry

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pitlochry. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 15–16≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Scoring24%

Distance Control23%

Aim22%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Aim31%

Scoring24%

Alignment20%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Escape successfully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills

Aim24%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion17%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Turn lies into pars, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy34%

Green Reading13%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint flops, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP3 drills

Precision43%

Aim17%

Trajectory13%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control22%

Accuracy21%

Scoring14%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy13%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics34%

Precision30%

Trajectory29%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory24%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control27%

Accuracy16%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics15%

Aim13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Pitlochry

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Pitlochry

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

How difficult is Pitlochry for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Pitlochry technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pitlochry?

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 Pitlochry?

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 Pitlochry 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 Pitlochry and how should I play it?

Pitlochry 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 Pitlochry 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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