Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for St. Pierre, A Marriott Hotel and Country Club

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Chepstow, Monmouthshire, Wales
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Total Programs

14

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

63

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Mathern Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mathern, 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 23%Precision 21%Aim 19%Distance Control 18%Alignment 17%

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.

21.2
Average HCP
13.1
Minimum HCP
35
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Mathern

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Diagram for Chip | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Chip | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Driver | L-R and R-L  9 Targets
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.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Mathern.

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

St. Pierre Park

Course Description

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of approximately 9,000 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 141 countries and territories.Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott.Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.Community Guidelines: We reserve the right to remove without any notice content that we determine in our sole discretion is offensive or illegal, contains personally identifiable information, trademarks or copyrights belonging to a third party, advertises a third party's products or services, or is otherwise inappropriate.Application Tips: We encourage job seekers to protect themselves from email and recruiting scams. Please note: 1) We do not accept applications via email or fax; 2) We never ask for money as part of the application process; 3) We only contact job applicants from approved email domains. Please find more information about Marriott International's job application process and approved email address domains here: http://www.careers.marriott.com/tips-for-applying/

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Course Information

Holes

36

Par

68

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ross McMurray

Opened

1909

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mathern

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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Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%

12 Week Flagship Program for Mathern

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mathern. 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 13 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–23 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–47 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–67 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 8–94 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–103 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–116 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–124 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

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Pick line and commit, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Aim43%
Dispersion17%
Precision17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Mathern

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 Mathern

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

How difficult is Mathern for mid-handicap golfers?

Mathern presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mathern?

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 Mathern?

With a course rating of 70 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Mathern and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

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

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Mathern 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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