39% match
For Gold tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Reston National Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
197
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
Reston National Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Reston National Golf Course, 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 25%Distance Control 23%Aim 18%Precision 17%Accuracy 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.
20.5
Average HCP
11
Minimum HCP
33.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Reston National Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Reston National Golf Course.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
11875 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20191, USA
Course Description
Reston National is a Charlottesville? no, Reston National Golf Course operates as an 18-hole championship golf facility located in Reston, Virginia. The course spans over 6,800 yards from the back tees with a par of 71 and offers a full driving range, practice facilities, a grill pavilion, and learning programs. The club hosts golf outings, events, and member programs, including women’s golf groups and PGA HOPE, and is positioned as a premier golf destination near Reston Town Center and the D.C. metro area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ed Ault
Opened
1969
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐3.4(326 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 Reston National Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant par four approach tests that pressure iron play, with par fives adding layup decisions and isolated tough holes raising bogey risks across both nines.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 716479 yards5924 metersCR 71.7Bogey 96.0Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.4 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.6 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 14 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | — | 1 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 15 | — | — |
| Yardage | 368 | 485 | 164 | 400 | 506 | 183 | 400 | 365 | 394 | 3265 | 440 | 160 | 408 | 417 | 357 | 501 | 193 | 379 | 359 | 3214 | 6479 |
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 713815 yards3488 metersCR 60.5Bogey 79.5Slope 101
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.4 · BR 40.0 · Slope 102
Back Nine · CR 30.1 · BR 39.5 · Slope 100
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 14 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | — | 1 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 15 | — | — |
| Yardage | 227 | 271 | 107 | 291 | 358 | 104 | 192 | 205 | 202 | 1957 | 263 | 126 | 228 | 278 | 187 | 262 | 108 | 217 | 189 | 1858 | 3815 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 716880 yards6291 metersCR 73.5Bogey 98.6Slope 135
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 49.8 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 48.8 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 14 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | — | 1 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 15 | — | — |
| Yardage | 394 | 536 | 183 | 422 | 522 | 208 | 416 | 396 | 408 | 3485 | 462 | 172 | 426 | 443 | 377 | 527 | 202 | 414 | 372 | 3395 | 6880 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Reston National Golf Course
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile41% match
For Gold tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
52% match
For Gold tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Accuracy39%
Scoring32%
Green Reading12%
62% match
For Gold tees
Set a target, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring26%
Alignment19%
12 Week Flagship Program for Reston National Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Reston National Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 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≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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59% match
For Gold tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
66% match
For Gold tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
49% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
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Get Started35% match
For Gold tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
72% match
For Gold tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Aim22%
Alignment21%
65% match
For Gold tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control26%
Scoring16%
73% match
For Gold tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion17%
67% match
For Gold tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision32%
Aim23%
Distance Control16%
68% match
For Gold tees
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills
Scoring30%
Alignment17%
Aim13%
58% match
For Gold tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Alignment25%
Scoring20%
72% match
For Gold tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring19%
Precision17%
Accuracy14%
69% match
For Gold tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
50% match
For Gold tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control29%
Alignment17%
63% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment21%
Distance Control14%
62% match
For Black tees
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment24%
Aim13%
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Get Started76% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Aim27%
Accuracy16%
65% match
For Black tees
Beat streaks, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Alignment23%
Distance Control15%
37% match
For Black tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
39% match
For Black tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory17%
39% match
For Black tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
39% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
41% match
For Black tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
64% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring39%
Aim30%
Accuracy10%
64% match
For Black tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Scoring22%
Aim14%
69% match
For Black tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
46% match
For Black tees
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy29%
Alignment13%
62% match
For Black tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Scoring23%
Alignment22%
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Get Started68% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy19%
Scoring14%
64% match
For Black tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Dispersion17%
Scoring12%
56% match
For Black tees
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Accuracy38%
Alignment23%
Distance Control21%
32% match
For Black tees
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics30%
Precision23%
Trajectory20%
64% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
66% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
61% match
For Black tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
27% match
For Blue tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
58% match
For Blue tees
Pitch close, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control22%
Scoring16%
70% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Precision22%
Distance Control15%
71% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min30 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring22%
Alignment17%
52% match
For Blue tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Get Started24% match
For Blue tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory23%
70% match
For Blue tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
59% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Dispersion18%
Alignment16%
67% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy19%
Scoring17%
Distance Control14%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Reston National Golf Course
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
United States
Washington DC Junior Golf Classic
6/19/2026
Tournament
Washington DC Junior Golf Classic
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Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Reston National Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Reston National Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Reston National Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Reston National Golf Course challenges consistency. At 135.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 73.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Reston National Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5348 yards. The back tees extend to 6880.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Reston National Golf Course?
With a course rating of 73.5 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 Reston National Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6880.0 yards, it requires solid mid-to-long iron play.
What type of course is Reston National Golf Course 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 Reston National Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 135.0 and yardage reaching 6880.0 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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