55% match
For Yellow tees
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The European Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
206
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
The European Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The European 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 22%Aim 18%Precision 18%Dispersion 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.
17.2
Average HCP
10
Minimum HCP
29.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The European Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The European Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@theeuropeanclub.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
Ardanairy, Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Course Description
The European Club is a golf facility located at Brittas Bay, Wicklow, Ireland. The club is currently closed for a comprehensive redevelopment with plans to reopen as the “New Club” in Spring 2027, and future play requests are to be submitted via an Expression of Interest form. It serves golf enthusiasts and events in the Wicklow region, providing information and booking processes through its site during redevelopment. The site also includes contact options and social media connections for updated communications.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
Architect
Pat Ruddy
Opened
1987
Google Reviews
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⭐4.7(356 reviews)
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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 European Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady tests via long par fours that pressure drives and irons on nearly every hole, while back nine structure ramps up bogey risks through tougher ratings and yardages.This course delivers steady tests via long par fours that pressure drives and irons on nearly every hole, while back nine structure ramps up bogey risks through tougher ratings and yardages.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 717377 yards6746 metersCR 75.9Bogey 100.9Slope 135
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 49.1 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 38.8 · BR 51.8 · Slope 140
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 424 | 156 | 505 | 456 | 437 | 190 | 482 | 417 | 429 | 3496 | 466 | 413 | 460 | 592 | 195 | 425 | 426 | 423 | 481 | 3881 | 7377 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 716755 yards6177 metersCR 72.9Bogey 97.4Slope 132
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.8 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 49.6 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 368 | 146 | 485 | 428 | 401 | 177 | 449 | 407 | 407 | 3268 | 397 | 375 | 438 | 503 | 165 | 386 | 410 | 382 | 431 | 3487 | 6755 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 716194 yards5664 metersCR 70.2Bogey 94.3Slope 130
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 46.3 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 48.0 · Slope 133
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 348 | 146 | 456 | 396 | 358 | 155 | 374 | 374 | 381 | 2988 | 354 | 347 | 410 | 482 | 130 | 353 | 379 | 345 | 406 | 3206 | 6194 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715434 yards4969 metersCR 72.9Bogey 103.0Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.4 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 51.6 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 309 | 130 | 428 | 348 | 295 | 136 | 339 | 346 | 332 | 2663 | 345 | 283 | 346 | 414 | 120 | 298 | 290 | 339 | 336 | 2771 | 5434 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The European 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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile27% match
For Yellow tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
75% match
For Yellow tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment20%
Distance Control16%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Sand from longer range, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring20%
Aim13%
11 Week Flagship Program for The European Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The European Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
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19% match
For Yellow tees
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
51% match
For Yellow tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control30%
Visualization21%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Scoring17%
Alignment17%
51% match
For Yellow tees
Match clubface, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Alignment25%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control15%
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Get Started74% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
46% match
For Yellow tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Alignment18%
Scoring16%
63% match
For Yellow tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Scoring27%
Alignment19%
74% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Aim20%
Accuracy19%
Distance Control18%
76% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring15%
Dispersion13%
46% match
For Yellow tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring22%
Alignment15%
49% match
For Blue tees
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
67% match
For Blue tees
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy20%
Precision17%
69% match
For Blue tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring23%
Alignment20%
54% match
For Blue tees
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Scoring25%
Dispersion18%
44% match
For Blue tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
68% match
For Blue tees
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Trajectory13%
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Get Started58% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min21 HCP7 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision27%
Scoring18%
40% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
47% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
48% match
For Blue tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim32%
Alignment30%
Scoring22%
66% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring23%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control15%
75% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Precision17%
Trajectory16%
66% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP6 drills
Precision35%
Aim25%
Distance Control17%
74% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment21%
Scoring20%
54% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control17%
Alignment17%
74% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control19%
Aim15%
49% match
For White tees
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
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Get Started66% match
For White tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Alignment24%
Aim21%
Scoring17%
72% match
For White tees
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Dispersion16%
Distance Control16%
65% match
For White tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
62% match
For White tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
19% match
For White tees
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
40% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
47% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
85% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring20%
Aim16%
53% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control11%
65% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
65% match
For White tees
Master touch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Aim15%
Trajectory13%
73% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment16%
Aim15%
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Get Started68% match
For White tees
Sand 10–25 Yds
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim22%
Accuracy12%
79% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim23%
Dispersion19%
72% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min27 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim22%
Precision11%
74% match
For Red tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The European Club
Get answers to common questions about playing The European Club and what to expect.
How difficult is The European Club for mid-handicap golfers?
The European Club presents a demanding test. At 135.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 75.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The European Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6406 yards. The back tees extend to 7377.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The European Club?
With a course rating of 75.9 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The European Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 7377.0 yards, it demands long-iron precision and endurance over 18 holes.
What type of course is The European Club and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 European Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 135.0 and yardage reaching 7377.0 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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