42% match
For Green tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion28%
Visualization27%
Accuracy20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The First Tee of Central Arkansas
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
182
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
Chairman Nine Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Chairman Nine, 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%Precision 17%Accuracy 16%Aim 16%
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.
18.1
Average HCP
10
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Chairman Nine
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
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
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Chairman Nine.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
laura.nix@thefirstteear.org
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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
1 The First Tee Way
Course Description
The First Tee of Central Arkansas is a company based out of LITTLE ROCK, AR, United States.
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ault, Clark & Associates
Opened
1956
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(38 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 Chairman Nine, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Green
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:Player will tackle mirrored nines with steady par fours and reachable par fives plus testing par threes forcing drive-iron rhythm and layup smarts for steady scoring.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 746856 yards6269 metersCR 72.8Bogey 96.4Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 48.2 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 48.2 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 37 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 343 | 551 | 208 | 475 | 380 | 390 | 366 | 539 | 176 | 3428 | 343 | 551 | 208 | 475 | 380 | 390 | 366 | 539 | 176 | 3428 | 6856 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: MalePar 725580 yards5102 metersCR 67.0Bogey 89.0Slope 118
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.5 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.5 · Slope 118
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 289 | 478 | 133 | 392 | 302 | 315 | 288 | 459 | 134 | 2790 | 289 | 478 | 133 | 392 | 302 | 315 | 288 | 459 | 134 | 2790 | 5580 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724396 yards4020 metersCR 64.0Bogey 88.6Slope 112
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.0 · BR 44.3 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 32.0 · BR 44.3 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 245 | 409 | 88 | 314 | 222 | 261 | 203 | 367 | 89 | 2198 | 245 | 409 | 88 | 314 | 222 | 261 | 203 | 367 | 89 | 2198 | 4396 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725580 yards5102 metersCR 70.6Bogey 98.4Slope 123
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 49.2 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 49.2 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 289 | 478 | 133 | 392 | 302 | 315 | 288 | 459 | 134 | 2790 | 289 | 478 | 133 | 392 | 302 | 315 | 288 | 459 | 134 | 2790 | 5580 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Chairman Nine
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile59% match
For Green tees
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy25%
Precision12%
50% match
For Green tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization23%
45% match
For Green tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
13 Week Flagship Program for Chairman Nine
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Chairman Nine. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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45% match
For Green tees
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision26%
Dispersion26%
Trajectory13%
77% match
For Green tees
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy18%
Precision12%
34% match
For Green tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
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Get Started69% match
For Green tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment24%
Distance Control22%
Aim18%
69% match
For Green tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy20%
Dispersion12%
67% match
For Green tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For Green tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment29%
Accuracy17%
67% match
For Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Scoring20%
Distance Control16%
74% match
For Green tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
Scoring21%
61% match
For Green tees
Thread the needle, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision34%
Aim21%
Distance Control18%
63% match
For Green tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy20%
Alignment15%
61% match
For Gold tees
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
48% match
For Gold tees
Challenge limits, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Precision26%
Alignment13%
63% match
For Gold tees
Match clubface, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control25%
Scoring16%
54% match
For Gold tees
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Visualization22%
Accuracy18%
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Get Started45% match
For Gold tees
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
63% match
For Gold tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
65% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control23%
Scoring18%
71% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy22%
Alignment21%
72% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
62% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Distance Control37%
Precision13%
Dispersion12%
51% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim36%
Alignment23%
Scoring22%
72% match
For Gold tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control17%
74% match
For Gold tees
Thread the gap, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
55% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control39%
Alignment19%
Trajectory14%
48% match
For Green tees
Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Alignment8%
67% match
For Green 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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Get Started70% match
For Green tees
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy18%
Scoring15%
50% match
For Green tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
70% match
For Green tees
Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
17% match
For Green tees
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
57% match
For Green tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim30%
Alignment27%
Scoring20%
57% match
For Green tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
71% match
For Green tees
Feel the distance, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring18%
Aim13%
59% match
For Green tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy31%
Alignment10%
74% match
For Green tees
Vary landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy21%
Scoring20%
61% match
For Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control27%
Dispersion22%
71% match
For Green tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring22%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control16%
72% match
For Green tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
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Get Started68% match
For Green tees
Mix short game shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control22%
Alignment16%
58% match
For Green tees
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment20%
Accuracy13%
64% match
For Blue tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Chairman Nine
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 Chairman Nine
Get answers to common questions about playing Chairman Nine and what to expect.
How difficult is Chairman Nine for mid-handicap golfers?
Chairman Nine presents a demanding test. With a slope of 127.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 72.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Chairman Nine?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5626 yards. The back tees extend to 6856.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Chairman Nine?
With a course rating of 72.8 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Chairman Nine and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6856.0 yards at maximum length, distance control plays a central role in scoring.
What type of course is Chairman Nine and how should I play it?
Chairman Nine 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.
What features make Chairman Nine strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6856.0 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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