27% match
For Blue tees
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ring Of Kerry Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
194
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
Ring Of Kerry Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ring Of Kerry Golf 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
Scoring 25%Distance Control 22%Precision 18%Aim 18%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.
18.4
Average HCP
9.6
Minimum HCP
33.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ring Of Kerry Golf Club
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 | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing 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
All irons (9 to 2) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst irons a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ring Of Kerry Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
reservations@ringofkerrygolf.com
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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
Templenoe, Greenane, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Course Description
Ring of Kerry Golf Club is a historic golf course set in Co. Kerry, Ireland, renowned for its distinctive heathland and parkland holes with sweeping views of Kenmare Bay and the Caha Mountains. The course, designed by Eddie Hackett and Ron Kirby, offers a challenging yet relaxed experience that showcases diverse terrain and mature tree-lined fairways. The club emphasizes traditional Irish hospitality, with facilities including a clubhouse and access to the nearby Nua Vista Restaurant for dining and events. Members and visitors can explore golf, memberships, green fees, and events while enjoying the Ring of Kerry region.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Eddie Hackett
Opened
1998
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⭐4.5(202 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 Ring Of Kerry Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 736663 yards6093 metersCR 73.2Bogey 96.8Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.5 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 49.3 · Slope 126
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 386 | 374 | 160 | 516 | 448 | 342 | 175 | 400 | 307 | 3108 | 450 | 531 | 386 | 233 | 440 | 425 | 470 | 435 | 185 | 3555 | 6663 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 736298 yards5759 metersCR 71.2Bogey 94.1Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.3 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 47.8 · Slope 123
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 347 | 364 | 148 | 506 | 440 | 340 | 160 | 366 | 288 | 2959 | 428 | 501 | 366 | 210 | 432 | 385 | 450 | 397 | 170 | 3339 | 6298 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 735885 yards5381 metersCR 69.3Bogey 91.3Slope 118
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.6 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 46.7 · Slope 119
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 337 | 350 | 126 | 484 | 414 | 322 | 145 | 300 | 277 | 2755 | 348 | 471 | 355 | 202 | 410 | 374 | 425 | 385 | 160 | 3130 | 5885 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735204 yards4759 metersCR 71.6Bogey 100.8Slope 124
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.0 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.8 · Slope 134
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 301 | 272 | 114 | 446 | 385 | 224 | 130 | 260 | 270 | 2402 | 310 | 409 | 335 | 170 | 368 | 349 | 402 | 340 | 119 | 2802 | 5204 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ring Of Kerry Golf 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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile48% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control31%
Visualization20%
72% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot soft, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy20%
Precision17%
61% match
For Blue tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision21%
Dispersion21%
13 Week Flagship Program for Ring Of Kerry Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ring Of Kerry Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 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≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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38% match
For Blue tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
48% match
For Blue tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
48% match
For Red tees
Visualize the path to the hole, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min9 HCP4 drills
Aim38%
Alignment18%
Scoring11%
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Get Started65% match
For Red tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring36%
Alignment18%
Distance Control12%
64% match
For Red tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring29%
Aim10%
60% match
For Red tees
Get square, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Alignment33%
Aim22%
Scoring20%
66% match
For Red tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min10 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control30%
Accuracy22%
18% match
For Red tees
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
51% match
For Red tees
Control driver arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision22%
Mechanics15%
61% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Alignment22%
Distance Control20%
60% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy23%
Alignment19%
70% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
53% match
For Red tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy36%
Alignment23%
Distance Control19%
66% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
44% match
For Red tees
Check clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment38%
Scoring32%
Aim30%
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Get Started66% match
For Red tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control25%
Alignment22%
78% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Scoring20%
Distance Control17%
Dispersion15%
57% match
For Red tees
Set sights, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control15%
59% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills
Precision38%
Distance Control28%
Aim20%
65% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring20%
Dispersion13%
41% match
For White tees
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
61% match
For White tees
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision22%
Distance Control22%
Scoring20%
36% match
For White tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
57% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring23%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy22%
74% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
68% match
For White tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy18%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
70% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started55% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment22%
Distance Control20%
65% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control18%
Aim18%
64% match
For White tees
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Aim23%
Scoring18%
56% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy22%
Alignment9%
52% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision27%
Dispersion16%
61% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring23%
Aim14%
55% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Precision24%
Trajectory15%
64% match
For Yellow tees
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
27% match
For Yellow tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
84% match
For Yellow tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control17%
Aim16%
73% match
For Yellow tees
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring25%
Distance Control22%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills
Scoring22%
Accuracy18%
Distance Control15%
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Get Started71% match
For Yellow tees
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Ring Of Kerry Golf Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ring Of Kerry Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Ring Of Kerry Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Ring Of Kerry Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Ring Of Kerry Golf Club technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 73.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ring Of Kerry Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5934 yards. The back tees extend to 6663.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Ring Of Kerry Golf Club?
With a course rating of 73.2 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 Ring Of Kerry Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6663.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Ring Of Kerry Golf Club and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Ring Of Kerry Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6663.0 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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