Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Thunderbird Country Club.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Thunderbird Country Club, 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.
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Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Everything you need to know about Thunderbird Country Club.
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+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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2909 Case Ford Rd, Heber Springs, AR 72543, USA
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
Johnny Bulla
Opened
1965
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Thunderbird Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for FORWARD
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 48.4 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.2 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 67 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 259 | 106 | 353 | 149 | 351 | 335 | 320 | 348 | 111 | 2332 | 259 | 106 | 322 | 127 | 351 | 335 | 320 | 348 | 323 | 2491 | 4823 |
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 Thunderbird Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Thunderbird Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Thunderbird Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Thunderbird Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Thunderbird Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Thunderbird Country Club 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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Showing 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Thunderbird Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 50 days 69 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stick Chip Close To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land 3–4 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Land it near the pin: consistent rollout
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
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Pitch from fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedKeep near hole, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Thunderbird Country Club and what to expect.
Thunderbird Country Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4823 yards. The back tees extend to 4823.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70.7 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 4823.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 118.0 and yardage reaching 4823.0 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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