Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Racebrook Country Club

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Orange, Connecticut, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 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+6 more

Championship Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Championship, 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 23%Distance Control 18%Accuracy 16%Alignment 15%

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.

17.5

Average HCP

10.1

Minimum HCP

31.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Championship

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.

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 Range30 min

All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Opportunities Discovery

Discover opportunities amongst woods undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Weaknesses Discovery

Discover weaknesses amongst woods shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Championship.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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pbarnsley@racebrook.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

246 Derby Avenue

Course Description

Since 1912, Race Brook Country Club has provided members and guests with the finest golfing experience on the club's challenging 27 hole venue. The remarkable condition of the championship course, practice area and the O'Sullivan course, a unique "inside nine" provides year round enjoyment for all ages and levels of play. The historic clubhouse, completely remodeled in 2002, provides members with a warm, traditional golf club atmosphere. Our golf shop, completely redesigned by Procraft Heritage Creations in 2010, provides a full range of equipment, apparel and supplies for your every need. Members enjoy a private lounge and grille room as well as access to wedding, banquet and meeting facilities. The club maintains a social calendar full of fun and exciting events. Club professionals offer private instructions and golf clinics throughout the year. From the smoothness of the greens to the views of the sunsets from the clubhouse, Race Brook has much to enjoy.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert D. Pryde

Opened

1912

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Championship

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Get Square for Success

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Alignment32%

Distance Control28%

Accuracy27%

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Save Par On Every Approach

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control23%

Accuracy22%

Scoring17%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Championship

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Championship. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Close from Tough Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 7≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision25%

Scoring18%

Aim12%

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Match Clubface to Target

Check setup, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Alignment34%

Accuracy22%

Scoring22%

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Close from Tough Lie

Pinpoint chips, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Distance Control22%

Aim18%

Precision16%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring18%

Accuracy17%

Alignment15%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Dispersion18%

Distance Control18%

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Match Mental Image to Result

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy23%

Visualization22%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots

Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision31%

Scoring14%

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Precision Mid-Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision31%

Scoring14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Championship

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 Championship

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

How difficult is Championship for mid-handicap golfers?

Championship 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 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Championship?

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 Championship?

With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Championship and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Championship 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 Championship 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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