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Sturminster Marshall, Dorset, England

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Total Programs

14 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees), 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 34%Precision 19%Distance Control 18%Aim 16%Accuracy 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.

19.4

Average HCP

12.1

Minimum HCP

32.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel 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) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees).

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

Moor Lane

Course Description

Sturminster Marshall Golf Club is a 9-hole golf facility in Dorset, located at Moor Lane, Sturminster Marshall. The club features two sets of tees, as well as a driving range, practice bunker, putting green, and a coaching academy. It offers society packages, membership, a pro shop, clubhouse, and restaurant, with events and courses open to members and visitors. Nestled among mature trees and lakes, it provides a peaceful rural setting while remaining conveniently accessible from main roads, and it remains a welcoming destination for golfers of all skill levels.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

John Sharkey/David Holdsworth

Opened

1992

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⭐4.5(239 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees)

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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Focus On Pace And Line

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

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Set a target, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Aim21%

Precision14%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into par saves, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Scoring30%

Accuracy15%

Distance Control15%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees). 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 On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Reduce Wedge Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control Driver Flight Path

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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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 HCP4 drills

Dispersion20%

Precision19%

Scoring19%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring29%

Aim28%

Alignment28%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

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

Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control28%

Visualization19%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Aim25%

Scoring20%

Distance Control18%

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Control Short Iron Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring26%

Precision19%

Distance Control17%

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Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy

Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP3 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy22%

Scoring20%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees) 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 64.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees)?

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 Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 64, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 64 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees) 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 Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees) 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 Sturminster Marshall (Alternate Tees) 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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