Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know First/Third.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for First/Third, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Everything you need to know about First/Third.
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891 Riverview Road
The Edison Club is a member-owned, private country club offering 27 holes of championship golf, swimming, tennis, banquet and meeting facilities. In addition to attracting those who love golf, it has always been welcoming to families. On summer afternoons, our four clay tennis courts and Olympic-sized swimming pool are alive with the sounds of adults and children enjoying these healthful activities.Full dining services, along with two on-site bar locations, are enjoyed by members and open to the public. The Edison Club is located in Rexford, New York near Route 146 and the Mohawk River, and has catered to Capital Region families seeking an active lifestyle for generations.
27-hole golf club • private country club • golf course • tennis facilities • swim club • banquet facilities • weddings venue • meetings venue • membership club • golf and dining • member-owned club • recreational facility • country club • golf • tennis • swimming • dining • family activities • recreation
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Devereux Emmet
Opened
1926
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on First/Third hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on First/Third hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on First/Third hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on First/Third hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 profileControl distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for First/Third. 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.
Full 48 days 66 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Match Mental Image to Result
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Land it softly with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Fly out and stop close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFocus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick your spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control wedge loft, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing First/Third and what to expect.
Players often find First/Third 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 72.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
First/Third 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.
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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