Read long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Chase Golf Club (1003655)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
213
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
The Chase Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Chase, 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 Chase
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Chip | Parallel 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.
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.
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Chase.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
The Chase Golf Club, Pottal Pool Rd, Penkridge, Stafford ST19 5RN, UK
Course Description
The Chase Golf Club, owned by Chris Simmons and his family since 2009, has thrived under their care. Chris, who previously ran successful builders' merchants across the Midlands, sold his last business in 2016 to focus entirely on enhancing The Chase. Since then, the club has introduced top-tier health and wellness facilities, the Woodlands Restaurant, 17 luxury boutique hotel rooms, a well-stocked golf professional shop, and a cutting-edge Trackman driving range. Lesley Simmons emphasizes that being privately owned allows the club to offer a personalized touch for members and guests. The daily operations are managed by General Manager Matt Southwell, alongside Directors Harriet and Roxanne Simmons, ensuring every visitor enjoys a seamless experience. Chris Simmons remains committed to investing in the club, driven by his passion for quality and excellence. Nestled in the picturesque Staffordshire countryside, just six miles from Stafford, The Chase Golf Club offers a serene yet accessible environment. The 18-hole, Par 72 course stretches 6,395 yards from the yellow tees, providing a challenging yet forgiving experience for golfers of all levels. The course is meticulously maintained, offering a unique playing experience each time, thanks to its varied terrain and changing wind conditions. The welcoming clubhouse and friendly members make The Chase one of the Midlands' top golf destinations. Beyond golf, The Chase Golf Club excels in hosting weddings, private events, conferences, and dining experiences at the Woodlands Restaurant. The centrally located clubhouse ensures a warm welcome to all, whether you're there to play golf or enjoy a social visit. Conveniently situated near the A34, The Chase is easily accessible and offers a range of amenities to meet diverse needs. Committed to excellence and personalized service, The Chase Golf Club ensures every visit is memorable, making it a destination well worth exploring.
golf club • country club • event hosting • hotel • restaurant • wellness facilities • sports and recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
74
Type
Parkland
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for The Chase, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.5 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 50.3 · Slope 139
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 466 | 377 | 184 | 388 | 486 | 157 | 441 | 513 | 179 | 3191 | 399 | 172 | 408 | 514 | 204 | 535 | 335 | 440 | 554 | 3561 | 6752 |
White (Shorter 12th) Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.5 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 50.1 · Slope 139
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 466 | 377 | 184 | 388 | 486 | 157 | 441 | 513 | 179 | 3191 | 399 | 172 | 368 | 514 | 204 | 535 | 335 | 440 | 554 | 3521 | 6712 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.4 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 54.0 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 387 | 329 | 159 | 362 | 430 | 140 | 411 | 459 | 155 | 2832 | 351 | 145 | 309 | 451 | 157 | 459 | 305 | 366 | 483 | 3026 | 5858 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Chase
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit Every Long Putt
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedChip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
15 Week Flagship Program for The Chase
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Chase. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Keep within 6 yards, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedLeave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check clubface, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMake Every 20+ Ft Putt
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSet a target, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at The Chase
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 Chase
Get answers to common questions about playing The Chase and what to expect.
How difficult is The Chase for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find The Chase technically exacting. At 133.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 73.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 74.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Chase?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6305 yards. The back tees extend to 6752.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Chase?
With a course rating of 73.2 and par 74, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 74 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Chase and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6752.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is The Chase 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 Chase strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6752.0 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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