Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Thompson National Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

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Thompson National Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Thompson National, 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

Aim 23%Scoring 23%Precision 21%Distance Control 19%Alignment 11%

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.

24.8

Average HCP

15.8

Minimum HCP

38.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Thompson National

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Thompson National.

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

1451 Shiroyama

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Peter Thomson

Opened

2000

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Thompson National

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills

Distance Control40%

Aim23%

Precision13%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills

Distance Control27%

Alignment20%

Aim15%

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Green getter: hit every mid iron to the surface

Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Thompson National

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Thompson National. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision20%

Accuracy15%

Mechanics15%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP5 drills

Alignment30%

Aim29%

Scoring16%

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Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization22%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Hit intended line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Scoring22%

Precision16%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Hit intended line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Aim33%

Precision14%

Distance Control13%

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Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Aim19%

Mechanics15%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Trajectory17%

Mechanics15%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision33%

Scoring22%

Aim16%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Thompson National

Get answers to common questions about playing Thompson National and what to expect.

How difficult is Thompson National for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Thompson National technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Thompson National?

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 Thompson National?

With a course rating of 70 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 Thompson National and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Thompson National 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 Thompson National 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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