25% match
For White tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Preakness Hills Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Preakness Hills Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Preakness Hills Country Club, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 23%Accuracy 17%Aim 16%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.
17.6
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
31.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Preakness Hills Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit 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 Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG)
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 Preakness Hills Country Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mdocktor@preaknesshills.org
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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
1050 Ratzer Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470, USA
Course Description
Our visible ongoing pursuit of excellence in facilities, service and member amenities make Preakness Hills the private club of choice for families in Northern New Jersey.A hidden gem since 1926 located just 30 minutes outside of mid-town Manhattan in desirable Northern New Jersey, Preakness Hills is truly experiencing a renaissance.Preakness Hills' newly renovated dining venues provide a distinctive setting with a warm atmosphere and picturesque views. We enjoy a well earned reputation for providing the highest level of gourmet cuisine and service excellence. For exquisite social events such as banquets, weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and family celebrations, our elegantly stated ballroom seats over 300 guests. Our Preakness Room and 19th Hole Bar offer the perfect opportunity to gather for cocktail receptions, intimate parties or a refreshing drink after golf or tennis. We also have two grillrooms for casual dining as well as seasonal terrace dining. Our business guests will find a high level of professional service for conferences and meetings. Preakness Hills has always been regarded as one of the most beautifully maintained 18-hole championship golf courses in the area. Our newly restored course is one that everyone will want to see and experience. In addition to the renovation of our golf course, we have also expanded and upgraded our golf practice areas and driving range. Our challenging golf course continues to present a true test for players of all abilities.Our members enjoy a family friendly environment with a comprehensive tennis program featuring Har-Tru tennis courts. The club encourages children and adults of all ages to enjoy our pool facilities which includes a main pool, new playground and toddler pool. When your outdoor activities are complete, our ladies' and men's card rooms are available for friendly competition and fun.Preakness Hills Country Club remains rich with tradition and is alive with member and guest hospitality.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
William H. Tucker/Geoffrey Cornish/Brian Silva/Ron Forse
Opened
1929
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.7(147 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Preakness Hills Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers ongoing tests of tee accuracy on short par fours where poor drives lead to bogey trouble. Par fives mix birdie potential with high-risk punishment shown in handicap order.
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725607 yards5127 metersCR 73.2Bogey 104.1Slope 131
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.8 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.3 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 9 | — | 6 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 378 | 289 | 334 | 332 | 430 | 209 | 368 | 147 | 404 | 2891 | 424 | 295 | 334 | 283 | 342 | 335 | 152 | 433 | 118 | 2716 | 5607 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725405 yards4942 metersCR 72.1Bogey 102.9Slope 131
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.8 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 51.1 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 9 | — | 6 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 371 | 283 | 334 | 327 | 425 | 165 | 363 | 141 | 379 | 2788 | 420 | 240 | 334 | 283 | 336 | 335 | 152 | 408 | 109 | 2617 | 5405 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726283 yards5745 metersCR 77.1Bogey 109.9Slope 139
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.0 · BR 55.5 · Slope 140
Back Nine · CR 38.1 · BR 54.4 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 9 | — | 6 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 427 | 350 | 367 | 396 | 490 | 210 | 400 | 150 | 437 | 3227 | 479 | 305 | 385 | 337 | 357 | 406 | 173 | 485 | 129 | 3056 | 6283 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Preakness Hills Country Club
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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Showing 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For White tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
58% match
For White tees
Chip close, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment25%
Distance Control20%
61% match
For White tees
Thread the gap, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control24%
Aim18%
11 Week Flagship Program for Preakness Hills Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Preakness Hills Country Club. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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81% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
55% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
66% match
For White tees
Master touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring14%
Precision11%
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Get Started60% match
For White tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
45% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
45% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
61% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment27%
Aim24%
Scoring24%
71% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control20%
Alignment19%
Precision17%
63% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim19%
Precision19%
81% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring22%
Accuracy12%
40% match
For White tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim33%
Scoring30%
75% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion20%
Aim17%
75% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Precision17%
63% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Distance Control40%
Scoring12%
Alignment11%
65% match
For Gold tees
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Precision27%
Aim27%
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Get Started45% match
For Gold tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
64% match
For Gold tees
Save par on approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring25%
Distance Control12%
69% match
For Gold tees
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy17%
Visualization13%
67% match
For Gold tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Aim22%
Distance Control15%
65% match
For Gold tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
70% match
For Gold tees
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control23%
66% match
For Gold tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment27%
Distance Control24%
Aim17%
69% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control19%
Precision16%
65% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Gold tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment20%
Scoring17%
64% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment22%
Precision12%
71% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring21%
Alignment20%
Aim20%
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Get Started73% match
For Gold tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control22%
Scoring21%
80% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring19%
Precision14%
66% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control25%
Scoring22%
56% match
For Gold tees
Thread the gap, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP3 drills
Precision37%
Distance Control24%
Aim21%
65% match
For Red tees
Challenge limits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Precision22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion18%
49% match
For Red tees
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
61% match
For Red tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy29%
Visualization11%
31% match
For Red tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics23%
Aim19%
60% match
For Red tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
31% match
For Red tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision35%
Aim21%
Trajectory19%
64% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Alignment17%
Distance Control15%
62% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control25%
Alignment24%
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Get Started65% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
71% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy16%
Distance Control11%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Preakness Hills Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Preakness Hills Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Preakness Hills Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Preakness Hills Country Club technically exacting. At 139.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 77.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Preakness Hills Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5844 yards. The back tees extend to 6283.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Preakness Hills Country Club?
With a course rating of 77.1 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.
How long is Preakness Hills Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6283.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Preakness Hills Country Club 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 Preakness Hills Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 139.0 and yardage reaching 6283.0 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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