Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Abington Fitness & Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
The Abington Fitness & Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Abington Fitness & Country Club, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Abington Fitness & Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Abington Fitness & Country Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
colleen@abingtonclub.com
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Facilities
Location
300 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 18946, USA
Course Description
The Abington Club is a community fitness and recreation club located in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. The facility features a state-of-the-art fitness center and weight room, an indoor saltwater pool, a nine-hole golf course open to the public, and on-site dining, events spaces, and youth programs. It offers memberships, group fitness classes, personal training, and youth activities for families. The club emphasizes a balanced lifestyle with fitness, aquatics, golf, and kid-friendly programming on a multi-use property just outside Philadelphia.
group fitness • aquatics • indoor saltwater pool • nine-hole golf course • youth programs • summer camps • kid-friendly programming • private event spaces • fitness center • personal training • weight room • golf camps • family memberships • event hosting • onsite dining • fitness • wellness • recreation • family activities • golf • pool • community events • exercise classes
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
33
Type
Parkland
Architect
A. W. Tillinghast
Opened
1910
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Abington Fitness & Country Club
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileEliminate mental errors, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for The Abington Fitness & Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Abington Fitness & Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Chip
Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedImprove accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at The Abington Fitness & Country Club
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 The Abington Fitness & Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing The Abington Fitness & Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is The Abington Fitness & Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
The Abington Fitness & Country Club 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 33.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Abington Fitness & Country Club?
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 The Abington Fitness & Country Club?
With a course rating of 70 and par 33, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 33 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Abington Fitness & Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is The Abington Fitness & Country Club 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 The Abington Fitness & Country Club 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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