Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Pheasant Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Front/Back Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Front/Back, 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 34%Distance Control 27%Precision 16%Trajectory 10%Accuracy 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.
16.4
Average HCP
7.6
Minimum HCP
30.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Front/Back
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Front/Back.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
peter@thepheasant.co
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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
1475 Sandhill Road
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Roc Furfare
Opened
1962
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Front/Back
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 profileFeel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring25%
Aim11%
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control28%
Visualization22%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
14 Week Flagship Program for Front/Back
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Front/Back. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
See Shot Before Hit
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
Precision from tough lie, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control24%
Alignment20%
Master touch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control40%
Scoring21%
Dispersion13%
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
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Get StartedSee the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring46%
Accuracy29%
Visualization25%
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring32%
Trajectory14%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy16%
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control25%
Accuracy17%
Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
Get close to pin, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory14%
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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 Front/Back
Get answers to common questions about playing Front/Back and what to expect.
How difficult is Front/Back for mid-handicap golfers?
Front/Back presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Front/Back?
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 Front/Back?
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.
How long is Front/Back 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 Front/Back and how should I play it?
Front/Back 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 Front/Back 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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