Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Back Bay Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Newport Beach, California, United States of America
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
The Back Bay Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Back Bay, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 23%Precision 20%Aim 15%Trajectory 13%
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.
20.4
Average HCP
11.1
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Back Bay
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Back Bay.
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
1107 Jamboree Road
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Opened
1965
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Back Bay
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on the target line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Aim35%
Alignment23%
Stroke13%
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision17%
Trajectory15%
Pick spot and trust, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min20 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control18%
Precision17%
15 Week Flagship Program for The Back Bay
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Back Bay. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
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 · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
Aim17%
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Scoring27%
Alignment22%
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Get StartedMix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control19%
Precision14%
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Consistent wedge length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Distance Control39%
Scoring26%
Trajectory15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Back Bay
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 Back Bay
Get answers to common questions about playing The Back Bay and what to expect.
How difficult is The Back Bay for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find The Back Bay technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Back Bay?
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 Back Bay?
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Back Bay and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is The Back Bay and how should I play it?
The Back Bay is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Back Bay 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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