Practice Programs

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Total Programs

44

44 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

179

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

The Derrick Golf And Winter Club Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Derrick Golf And Winter 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

Scoring 30%Distance Control 21%Precision 19%Aim 15%Trajectory 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.

15.6
Average HCP
8.2
Minimum HCP
29.8
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Derrick Golf And Winter Club

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Diagram for DIY Course  Hard
Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Diagram for All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

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

Diagram for DIY Course  Hard
Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Diagram for Sand | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Diagram for Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L  9 Targets
Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Derrick Golf And Winter Club.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

jhope@derrickclub.com

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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

3500 119 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 5P5, Canada

Course Description

The Derrick Golf and Winter Club is a private, family-oriented club located in Edmonton, offering a wide range of athletic facilities and social activities. Members of all ages and abilities enjoy golf, tennis, swimming, racquet sports, and other programs year-round in a welcoming, first-class environment. The club emphasizes a community lifestyle for families, with diverse programs, dining, and events designed to fit various interests and ages.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

70

Type

Parkland

Architect

Les Furber

Opened

1959

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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 Derrick Golf And Winter Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Deck 1-2 Combo

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Deck 1 Tee

Gender: MalePar 706569 yards6007 metersCR 70.9Bogey 93.3Slope 121

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 44.3 · Slope 115

Back Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 49.0 · Slope 126

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par434435434344544443443670
Handicap139317111715512164810218614
Yardage329183410303218560360156410292942752045741045045114339838436406569

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Derrick Golf And Winter 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 44 Programs

% match to course practice profile
54% match
For Deck 1-2 Combo tees

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim32%
Alignment18%
Scoring16%

12 Week Flagship Program for The Derrick Golf And Winter Club

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Derrick Golf And Winter Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–36 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–44 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–53 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–67 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 7–87 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–117 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 11–123 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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59% match
For Deck 1-2 Combo tees

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control28%
Visualization19%
71% match
For Deck 1 tees

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision14%
Scoring13%

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63% match
For Deck 1 tees

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
76% match
For Deck 2 tees

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
24% match
For Deck 3 tees

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
24% match
For Deck 3 tees

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%

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22% match
For Deck 2-3 Combo tees

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
59% match
For Deck 2-3 Combo tees

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%

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39% match
For Deck 3-4 Combo tees

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
66% match
For Family Tee (M) tees

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
24% match
For Family Tee (M) tees

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
74% match
For Family Tee (M) tees

Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion16%
Aim14%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Derrick Golf And Winter 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 Derrick Golf And Winter Club

Get answers to common questions about playing The Derrick Golf And Winter Club and what to expect.

How difficult is The Derrick Golf And Winter Club for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find The Derrick Golf And Winter Club technically exacting. The 121.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Derrick Golf And Winter Club?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5277 yards. The back tees extend to 6569.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at The Derrick Golf And Winter Club?

With a course rating of 70.9 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is The Derrick Golf And Winter Club and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6569.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is The Derrick Golf And Winter 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 Derrick Golf And Winter Club strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 121.0 and yardage reaching 6569.0 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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