Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The Island.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
61
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Island, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
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Fax
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The Island Golf Club is a championship links golf club based in Dublin, Ireland. Established in 1890, it offers a seaside course bordered by the sea on three sides and is renowned for its historic layout and challenging links play. The club serves members and visitors with facilities and events in the Dublin area, including dining and guest services. It operates primarily from Corballis, Donabate, Co. Dublin, Ireland, and maintains an active presence in regional golf activities and championships.
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Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
Architect
Fred Hawtree/Eddie Hackett
Opened
1890
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on The Island hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Island hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Island hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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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% match to course practice profileSquare feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Island. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 48 days 66 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Mixed
Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Vary your targets and hit within 2-3 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedKeep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent wedge length, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The Island and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, The Island challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
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.
With a course rating of 70 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.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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