Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ross Mountain Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
90
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Ross Mountain Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ross Mountain 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 33%Precision 23%Distance Control 20%Aim 13%Trajectory 8%
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.
17.2
Average HCP
10.4
Minimum HCP
32
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ross Mountain Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ross Mountain Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@thebobgc.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
535 Smithfield St #1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
Course Description
Bob O'Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park is an affordable, year‑round public golf facility in the heart of Pittsburgh. Operated with a focus on accessibility and youth programs through First Tee – Pittsburgh, it offers the Bob 9, the Arnold Palmer Learning Center, and outdoor practice spaces along with indoor Trackman simulators. The course features skyline views of downtown Pittsburgh, flexible tee time reservations, and year‑round walking access with a public golf shop and instructional opportunities. It serves both beginners and experienced golfers, providing low‑cost programs and events for the local community.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
67
Type
Parkland
Architect
Mark Ormison
Opened
1902
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ross Mountain 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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileExecute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Alignment8%
Open up and fly, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Alignment27%
Accuracy25%
Scoring19%
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
16 Week Flagship Program for Ross Mountain Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ross Mountain Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Cup More Often Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 14–16≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
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Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
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Get StartedKeep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization21%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control22%
Alignment14%
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring52%
Distance Control29%
Visualization19%
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision24%
Accuracy18%
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control28%
Visualization19%
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Trajectory17%
Mechanics15%
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory17%
Thread the gap, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics15%
Scoring12%
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Ross Mountain Club
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 Ross Mountain Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Ross Mountain Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Ross Mountain Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Ross Mountain Club presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 67.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ross Mountain Club?
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 Ross Mountain Club?
With a course rating of 70 and par 67, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 67 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Ross Mountain Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Ross Mountain Club and how should I play it?
Ross Mountain Club is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Ross Mountain Club 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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