Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Stonebridge Golf Club

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Meriden, West Midlands, England
Open Flagship ProgramVisit Club Website

Total Programs

16

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

87

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

11

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

6

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Somers Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Somers, 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 22%Precision 17%Aim 16%Dispersion 15%

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.

16.5
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
30.4
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Somers

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Chip | 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 chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

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 Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

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

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L  9 Targets
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 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 short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Somers.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

sales@stonebridgegolf.co.uk

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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

Somers Road

Course Description

Having opened in 1996, the course and facilities here at Stonebridge Golf Club make us an ideal choice for leisure and corporate golf, dining, business meetings and events. The course is complemented by our 17 bay floodlit Stonebridge Lake driving range which being part-grass and part-lake based has the novelty of encouraging golfers to hit towards the lake and the targets and fountain set within it. The facility offers some of the latest in golf technology with Trackman screens and Power Tees, a putting green is also available before hitting the first tee. The driving range is also home to our golf academy with lessons and tuition available to golfers of all ages and standards, and includes dedicated sessions and programmes for women and junior golfers.Our modern and welcoming clubhouse is where you will our fully-stocked Pro shop run by leading golf specialists Midlands Golf which is home to all the latest clothing and custom-fitted equipment. There is also the Spike Bar. our '19th hole', which with an extensive bar menu and drinks offering combines comfort and style to offer a warm and friendly atmosphere. We are also ideally positioned and have everything you need for staging a range of meetings, conferences, seminars, business events and functions. Our Somers Suite is available to hire in a range of layouts for up to 60 delegates. This dedicated event space comes equipped with a 70" 4K TV and has everything you could need for a half day or full day event. The flexibility of the Somers Suite means it can also be used for presentations and social use after society and corporate golf events, as well as private social events and family gatherings.A recent new addition to our offering at Stonebridge is our Adventure Golf course, with our woodland-themed attraction further highlighting the family-friendly and inclusive ethos of our facilities. To find out more or make an enquiry please email info@Stonebridgegolf.co.uk or visit our website to book online.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

37

Type

Links

Architect

Simon Gidman

Opened

1996

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Somers

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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% match to course practice profile

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Alignment18%
Scoring18%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Somers

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Somers. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–25 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–36 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 3–57 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–76 days

Short Game · Mixed

Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–97 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–106 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 11–127 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–146 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 14–155 days

Driving Range · Driver

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Somers

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

How difficult is Somers for mid-handicap golfers?

Somers presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 37.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Somers?

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 Somers?

With a course rating of 70 and par 37, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 37 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Somers and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Somers 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 Somers 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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