Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Starfire Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Scottsdale, Arizona, 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+6 more

King Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for King, 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 25%Distance Control 25%Precision 21%Aim 14%Dispersion 12%

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.

20.5

Average HCP

12.1

Minimum HCP

36.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for King

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

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

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about King.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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mlupton@starfiregolf.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

11500 North Hayden

Course Description

Starfire Golf Club is a public golf facility in Scottsdale, Arizona, featuring a course designed by Arnold Palmer. The club offers a driving range, golf instruction, tournaments, events, and catering-style gatherings, with amenities including a grille and an onsite shop. It provides tee times and various event options for individuals and groups, emphasizing a welcoming experience for players of all levels. Located at 11500 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, it serves the Scottsdale metropolitan area with a focus on quality golf and guest services.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Arnold Palmer/Ed Seay

Opened

1988

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for King

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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Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Align putter head, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Scoring17%

Alignment13%

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Make Par Around the Green

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control35%

Visualization22%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring23%

Accuracy20%

Precision14%

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14 Week Flagship Program for King

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for King. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 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 · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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 25.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Control the arc: launch and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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Control the arc: launch and roll as needed

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min25 HCP7 drills

Trajectory25%

Distance Control22%

Precision14%

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

Precision from tough lie, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP3 drills

Distance Control29%

Precision26%

Dispersion12%

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

Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Distance Control40%

Scoring21%

Dispersion14%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Aim30%

Scoring20%

Distance Control16%

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Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Vary landing spot soft, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control29%

Precision21%

Accuracy14%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Turn into birdies, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills

Scoring34%

Distance Control19%

Aim17%

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Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Dispersion21%

Distance Control21%

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Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min14 HCP7 drills

Distance Control29%

Scoring26%

Precision16%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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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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Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at King

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 King

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

How difficult is King for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find King technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at King?

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 King?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is King and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is King 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 King 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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