59% match
For Forward tees
Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Golf Club Fossil Creek
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
211
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 Golf Club Fossil Creek Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Golf Club Fossil Creek, 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 23%Precision 18%Aim 16%Dispersion 14%
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.
18.9
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
34.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Golf Club Fossil Creek
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 | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Golf Club Fossil Creek.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
3401 Clubgate Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76137, USA
Course Description
The Golf Club at Fossil Creek is a resort-style daily-fee golf course located in Fort Worth, Texas. Designed by Arnold Palmer, it features a championship layout along with a luxurious clubhouse, dining options, and event amenities. The club offers tee times, golf instruction, private events, and membership programs under the Arcis Golf network, serving the Southwest Metroplex area. It emphasizes guest service and world-class facilities for golf enthusiasts and those seeking special events or dining experiences in the Fort Worth region.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Arnold Palmer/Ed Seay
Opened
1987
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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 Golf Club Fossil Creek, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Forward
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests ball striking repeatedly on reachable par fours that tempt bold plays while back nine par fives heighten risk through tougher demands, pressing smart decisions to hold steady scores.
C
Club Tee
Gender: MalePar 725855 yards5354 metersCR 69.3Bogey 92.9Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.6 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 47.3 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 7 | — | 18 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 127 | 438 | 261 | 176 | 332 | 372 | 459 | 349 | 2864 | 138 | 517 | 314 | 164 | 335 | 338 | 336 | 362 | 487 | 2991 | 5855 |
F
Forward Tee
Gender: MalePar 724965 yards4540 metersCR 66.4Bogey 87.2Slope 112
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 43.5 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 43.7 · Slope 113
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 7 | — | 18 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 310 | 100 | 385 | 235 | 139 | 261 | 316 | 406 | 309 | 2461 | 112 | 429 | 273 | 94 | 305 | 264 | 278 | 329 | 420 | 2504 | 4965 |
T
Tournament Tee
Gender: MalePar 726366 yards5821 metersCR 72.1Bogey 96.8Slope 133
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.5 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 49.3 · Slope 139
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 7 | — | 18 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 141 | 490 | 309 | 194 | 350 | 394 | 491 | 372 | 3113 | 185 | 535 | 345 | 173 | 360 | 361 | 354 | 420 | 520 | 3253 | 6366 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Golf Club Fossil Creek
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile72% match
For Forward tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion16%
70% match
For Forward tees
Stop on a dime, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment18%
Aim17%
19% match
For Forward tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
13 Week Flagship Program for The Golf Club Fossil Creek
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Golf Club Fossil Creek. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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71% match
For Forward tees
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
69% match
For Forward tees
Set sights, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Aim33%
Distance Control15%
Dispersion14%
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Get Started64% match
For Forward tees
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
79% match
For Forward tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring22%
Aim17%
58% match
For Forward tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy19%
Distance Control19%
Alignment15%
72% match
For Forward tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
49% match
For Forward tees
Mix short game shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring19%
Alignment16%
53% match
For Forward tees
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment21%
Accuracy12%
70% match
For Forward tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Scoring23%
Alignment18%
55% match
For Forward tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control27%
Alignment15%
79% match
For Forward tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Precision22%
Aim20%
Scoring16%
43% match
For Forward tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring27%
Distance Control12%
61% match
For Forward tees
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Distance Control39%
Aim14%
Accuracy14%
70% match
For Tournament tees
Pick spot and trust, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min17 HCP8 drills
Aim35%
Dispersion19%
Distance Control19%
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Get Started68% match
For Tournament tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy21%
Aim18%
68% match
For Tournament tees
Check setup, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
70% match
For Tournament tees
Set up par or better, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy14%
Distance Control14%
19% match
For Tournament tees
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
62% match
For Tournament tees
Hit within 10 yards, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min11 HCP4 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring20%
75% match
For Tournament tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim22%
Distance Control22%
Scoring20%
71% match
For Tournament tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring19%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy16%
72% match
For Tournament tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
47% match
For Tournament tees
Approach from hazards, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring20%
Alignment19%
71% match
For Tournament tees
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision24%
Alignment17%
82% match
For Tournament tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim21%
Distance Control21%
Scoring17%
72% match
For Tournament tees
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Scoring21%
Accuracy19%
Aim16%
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Get Started84% match
For Tournament tees
Feel the green, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Precision17%
51% match
For Tournament tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring27%
Aim12%
77% match
For Tournament tees
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
37% match
For Tournament tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision25%
Trajectory21%
69% match
For Tournament tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
70% match
For Tournament tees
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
46% match
For Tournament tees
Keep near hole, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
64% match
For Tournament tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
59% match
For Club tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
51% match
For Club tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
51% match
For Club tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
65% match
For Club tees
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
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Get Started66% match
For Club tees
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring23%
Trajectory17%
65% match
For Club tees
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
41% match
For Club tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
48% match
For Club tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
63% match
For Club tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim29%
Scoring20%
Distance Control17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Golf Club Fossil Creek
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Golf Club Fossil Creek
Get answers to common questions about playing The Golf Club Fossil Creek and what to expect.
How difficult is The Golf Club Fossil Creek for mid-handicap golfers?
The Golf Club Fossil Creek is regarded as a strategically complex layout. At 133.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 72.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Golf Club Fossil Creek?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5666 yards. The back tees extend to 6366.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Golf Club Fossil Creek?
With a course rating of 72.1 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 The Golf Club Fossil Creek and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6366.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is The Golf Club Fossil Creek 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 Golf Club Fossil Creek strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6366.0 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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