Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Derby.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
69
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Derby, 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.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1991
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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 Derby hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Derby hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Derby hole-by-hole data.
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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 profilePicture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Derby. 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 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Match Mental Image to Result
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Draw or fade long irons, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedChip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent wedge length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Derby and what to expect.
Derby is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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 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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Derby 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.
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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