Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for RTJ Golf Trail at Highland Oaks

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Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Short Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Short, 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 27%Distance Control 24%Precision 24%Dispersion 12%Aim 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.

14.4

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

29.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Short

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop bump-n-run 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

Long irons (4,3,2) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Short.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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HighlandOaks@RTJGolf.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

904 Royal Parkway

Course Description

The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is a collection of championship-caliber golf courses spread across eleven sites in Alabama. It focuses on offering high-quality golf experiences, including renowned layouts and resort-style amenities, for visitors and golf enthusiasts touring the state. The Trail targets national and international players and guests seeking diverse courses and golf vacations within Alabama. Headquartered in the United States, the Trail operates across multiple Alabama locations such as Birmingham, Mobile, and other cities with noted courses.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Sr./Roger Rulewich

Opened

1993

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Short

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 16 Programs

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Read Subtle Breaks

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control28%

Visualization21%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring15%

Trajectory11%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Short

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Short. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Read Subtle Breaks

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control23%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Alignment24%

Scoring17%

Aim15%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Pinpoint pitches, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Precision32%

Distance Control24%

Aim20%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control24%

Dispersion14%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills

Distance Control29%

Precision24%

Aim12%

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Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Dispersion25%

Precision23%

Distance Control21%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Precision22%

Dispersion11%

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Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Get close to pin, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP9 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics15%

Scoring13%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring29%

Precision22%

Dispersion12%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

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 Short

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 Short

Get answers to common questions about playing Short and what to expect.

How difficult is Short for mid-handicap golfers?

Short is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Short?

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 Short?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Short 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 Short and how should I play it?

Short 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 Short 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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