Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Edison Club

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Rexford, New York, United States of America

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Second/Third Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Second/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.

Skill Distribution

Distance Control 26%Scoring 25%Precision 19%Accuracy 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.

22.4

Average HCP

14.7

Minimum HCP

39.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Second/Third

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Second/Third.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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proshop@edisonclub.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

891 Riverview Road

Course Description

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.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Devereux Emmet

Opened

1926

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Second/Third

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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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Pinpoint flops, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills

Precision34%

Distance Control24%

Dispersion13%

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Pick Landing Spot

Avoid 3-putt, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Accuracy29%

Scoring22%

Alignment15%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory18%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Second/Third

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Second/Third. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 15–16≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Improve Wedge Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Make Par Around the Green

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Land inside 2 feet, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Accuracy35%

Scoring32%

Green Reading20%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Distance Control28%

Precision25%

Aim12%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Precision25%

Distance Control19%

Scoring14%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills

Distance Control30%

Aim13%

Alignment13%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring26%

Precision17%

Distance Control17%

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Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Second/Third

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 Second/Third

Get answers to common questions about playing Second/Third and what to expect.

How difficult is Second/Third for mid-handicap golfers?

Second/Third is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Second/Third?

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 Second/Third?

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.

How long is Second/Third and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Second/Third and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Second/Third 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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