Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Roundwood Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
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
Roundwood Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Roundwood 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Roundwood Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Pitch | 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.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Roundwood Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@roundwoodgolf.com
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Facilities
Location
Ballinahinch Upper, Newtown Mount Kennedy, Co. Wicklow, A63 CA48, Ireland
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1978
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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 Roundwood Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 49.7 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.6 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 413 | 176 | 480 | 427 | 556 | 347 | 125 | 381 | 515 | 3420 | 182 | 397 | 435 | 184 | 320 | 501 | 446 | 211 | 589 | 3265 | 6685 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 48.8 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.4 · Slope 115
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 377 | 161 | 463 | 387 | 532 | 324 | 117 | 364 | 458 | 3183 | 154 | 383 | 420 | 143 | 298 | 491 | 399 | 185 | 519 | 2992 | 6175 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 46.9 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.3 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 133 | 420 | 360 | 471 | 317 | 113 | 334 | 369 | 2880 | 133 | 370 | 364 | 137 | 287 | 460 | 388 | 179 | 505 | 2823 | 5703 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 53.0 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.2 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 311 | 119 | 392 | 345 | 461 | 299 | 103 | 328 | 359 | 2717 | 128 | 347 | 330 | 137 | 273 | 442 | 378 | 177 | 479 | 2691 | 5408 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Roundwood 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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profileVary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAvoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Roundwood Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Roundwood Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Get close to pin, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Get square, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPinpoint chips, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAlign eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Roundwood Golf 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 Roundwood Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Roundwood Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Roundwood Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Roundwood Golf Club challenges consistency. The 127.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 73.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Roundwood Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6046 yards. The back tees extend to 6685.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Roundwood Golf Club?
With a course rating of 73.8 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 Roundwood Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6685.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Roundwood Golf Club 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 Roundwood Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6685.0 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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