Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Ponteland.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ponteland, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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Established in 1927 this picturesque parkland course, measuring 6611 yards from the Members' tees, offers easy walking as well as a fair and memorable challenge to players of all abilities. Ponteland Golf Club is renowned for its beautiful fairways and exceptional greens. The course has played host to many local, regional and national golfing events. Ponteland is undoubtedly one of jewels of the North East and due to the hard work of it's ground staff, stays open all year round, remaining open whilst other courses struggle with more severe weather conditions.
golf course • parkland • golfing events • fairways • greens • membership • year-round golfing • sports and recreation
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Opened
1927
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Ponteland hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ponteland hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ponteland hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ponteland hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ponteland hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ponteland hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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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% match to course practice profileCan you stop the ball close from the sand?
Vary landing spot soft, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ponteland. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 17 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 66 days 89 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par from Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Flop
Feel the distance: flop to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedMatch swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get square, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Beat streaks, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Ponteland and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Ponteland 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.
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.
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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Ponteland is designed as a Links 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.
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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