Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for TPC at Wakefield Plantation

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Wakefield Plantation Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Wakefield Plantation, 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 26%Accuracy 14%Aim 13%Trajectory 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.

20.1

Average HCP

11.9

Minimum HCP

34.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Wakefield Plantation

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop 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

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Wakefield Plantation.

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

2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive

Course Description

The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation is a private club in Raleigh, North Carolina offering family-focused amenities and two beautiful golf courses designed by Hale Irwin.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Hale Irwin

Opened

2000

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Wakefield Plantation

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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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Alignment22%

Distance Control20%

Scoring18%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Save par on approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control28%

Scoring18%

Accuracy13%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Wakefield Plantation

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

Week 1≤ 3 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Scoring31%

Distance Control18%

Accuracy17%

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Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range

Land inside 2 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring39%

Accuracy37%

Visualization10%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills

Aim20%

Scoring17%

Dispersion15%

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Save Par from Fringe

Beat streaks, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Scoring33%

Alignment27%

Aim23%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP5 drills

Aim28%

Distance Control20%

Scoring18%

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Wedge Distance Control

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision15%

Trajectory13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Wakefield Plantation

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakefield Plantation

Get answers to common questions about playing Wakefield Plantation and what to expect.

How difficult is Wakefield Plantation for mid-handicap golfers?

Wakefield Plantation 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 Wakefield Plantation?

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 Wakefield Plantation?

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 Wakefield Plantation 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 Wakefield Plantation and how should I play it?

Wakefield Plantation 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 Wakefield Plantation 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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