Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Southampton Municipal Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Southampton, Hampshire, England

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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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

18 Hole Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 18 Hole, 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 26%Precision 20%Distance Control 20%Trajectory 17%Accuracy 14%

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.

19.3

Average HCP

10.4

Minimum HCP

32.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for 18 Hole

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

Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about 18 Hole.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

Golf Course Road

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

J.H. Taylor

Opened

1935

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 18 Hole

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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Control Distance

Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Thread the gap, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Precision25%

Distance Control20%

Scoring17%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Accuracy33%

Scoring26%

Alignment19%

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12 Week Flagship Program for 18 Hole

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 18 Hole. 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 1≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 2≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control the height: launch it high or low as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Fade or draw wedges, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP6 drills

Trajectory27%

Distance Control20%

Precision18%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision31%

Aim18%

Alignment18%

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See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Aim17%

Precision14%

Scoring13%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Aim19%

Distance Control13%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control20%

Scoring13%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision20%

Mechanics15%

Accuracy15%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Control the height: launch it high or low as needed

Perfect woods arc, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP7 drills

Trajectory24%

Precision22%

Scoring20%

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Control the arc: launch and roll as needed

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP8 drills

Trajectory30%

Distance Control19%

Scoring18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at 18 Hole

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

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about 18 Hole

Get answers to common questions about playing 18 Hole and what to expect.

How difficult is 18 Hole for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, 18 Hole challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at 18 Hole?

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 18 Hole?

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

How long is 18 Hole and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is 18 Hole and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 18 Hole 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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