Practice Programs

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Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
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Total Programs

16

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

89

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

Rock Creek Park Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rock Creek Park, 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 32%Distance Control 24%Aim 17%Precision 14%Accuracy 11%

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.

20.1
Average HCP
13.3
Minimum HCP
34.4
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Rock Creek Park

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Diagram for Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Diagram for Driver | Around the Stick
Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Rock Creek Park.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

lperrin@golfdc.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

6100 16th Street

Course Description

Golf Course Specialists, Inc. manages three golf facilities in Washington, DC each located on National Park Property under the GolfDC brand name(Langston, Rock Creek and East Potomac Golf Courses.) Since 1982, Golf Course Specialists, Inc. has been instrumental in upholding the history of, making physical improvements to, and taking social strides at a portfolio of golf courses located in the Washington, DC area. We are committed to people and to serving the communities in which we operate. At each course we manage, whether in hiring, planning, or other daily operations, we work earnestly toward our mission statement, "To make a positive impact on the game of golf and the people who are connected to it."Aside from the GolfDC brand, Golf Course Specialists, Inc. also manages one course in Fredericksburg, Virginia (The Gauntlet at Lake Curtis Park). And Golf Course Specialists, Inc. goes beyond managing, and raising the bar of excellence, at these courses. We have worked tirelessly to make them an interactive part of the communities in which they are located by subsidizing golf development programs for university students, churches, community groups and area youth. Since the 1980s, Golf Course Specialists, Inc. has donated facilities to various grassroots junior golf programs (including to the District's public schools and Recreation and Parks departments), and to the nationally-recognized programs including Hook a Kid on Golf, LPGA-USGA Girls Golf, and The First Tee. Collectively, these groups serve over 1,000 local children every year.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

65

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bill Love

Opened

1923

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rock Creek Park

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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12 Week Flagship Program for Rock Creek Park

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rock Creek Park. 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 13 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–25 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Week 33 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–57 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–77 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 7–86 days

Short Game · Mixed

Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–106 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–127 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 123 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

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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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Prepare for Tournaments at Rock Creek Park

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Rock Creek Park

Get answers to common questions about playing Rock Creek Park and what to expect.

How difficult is Rock Creek Park for mid-handicap golfers?

Rock Creek Park presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 65.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rock Creek Park?

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 Rock Creek Park?

With a course rating of 70 and par 65, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 65 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Rock Creek Park and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Rock Creek Park 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 Rock Creek Park 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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