Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Ross Mountain Club.
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
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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
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.
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.
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
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.
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.
Everything you need to know about Ross Mountain Club.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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+44 (0) 1250 872622
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535 Smithfield St #1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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.
public golf course • pittsburgh golf • schenley park • first tee pittsburgh • trackman • arnold palmer learning center • indoor golf training • golf instruction • outings and events • the bob 9 • palmer loop • tee time reservations • golf practice facility • golf shop • golf course history • downtown pittsburgh golf • youth golf programs • beginner golf • city golf • golf course • indoor learning center • golf practice • affordable golf • year-round golfing • recreation
Holes
18
Par
67
Type
Parkland
Architect
Mark Ormison
Opened
1902
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Ross Mountain Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ross Mountain Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ross Mountain Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ross Mountain Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ross Mountain Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Ross Mountain Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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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% match to course practice profilePerfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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.
Full 61 days 83 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Cup More Often Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
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Open up and fly, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedEliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Ross Mountain Club and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
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.
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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