Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min5 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Aim23%
Precision22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Hollies Executive Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
84
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 Hollies Executive Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Hollies Executive, 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
Scoring 32%Aim 19%Precision 19%Distance Control 18%Dispersion 10%
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.
17.3
Average HCP
9.3
Minimum HCP
34.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Hollies Executive
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Hollies Executive.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
3133 Alberni Highway
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
30
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Luckhurst
Opened
1965
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Hollies Executive
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Up-and-down contest, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring23%
Aim14%
Turn lies into pars, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy22%
Green Reading15%
11 Week Flagship Program for The Hollies Executive
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Hollies Executive. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Hit Intended Line
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
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Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision29%
Aim23%
Trajectory19%
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
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Get StartedHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min3 HCP4 drills
Precision42%
Scoring38%
Green Reading11%
Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment23%
Precision16%
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Scoring24%
Alignment21%
Precision from tough lie, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills
Precision39%
Scoring12%
Aim12%
Hit intended line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min28 HCP6 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control27%
Scoring24%
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control33%
Visualization21%
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision17%
Distance Control15%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Hollies Executive
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 The Hollies Executive
Get answers to common questions about playing The Hollies Executive and what to expect.
How difficult is The Hollies Executive for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find The Hollies Executive 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 30.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Hollies Executive?
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 The Hollies Executive?
With a course rating of 70 and par 30, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 30 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Hollies Executive and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is The Hollies Executive and how should I play it?
The Hollies Executive 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 The Hollies Executive 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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