Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Troon North Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
90
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Monument Express Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Monument Express, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Monument Express
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Monument Express.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
10320 East Dynamite Boulevard
Course Description
Troon Golf Administration, L.L.C. is a subsidiary of Troon®, which is the largest golf and club-related hospitality management company in the world. Founded in 1990, Troon operates over 900 locations across more than 35 countries. Troon specializes in golf management for various types of facilities, including private clubs, daily-fee courses, resorts, and municipal courses. The company also offers hospitality services such as food and beverage, lodging, and fitness. Additionally, Troon provides advisory services focused on financial optimization and operational consulting. Their membership programs, Troon Access and Troon Privé, offer exclusive benefits and discounted tee times to members.
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Course Information
Holes
45
Par
29
Type
Desert
Opened
2010
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Monument Express
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Monument Express
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Monument Express. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Target Cup Accurately On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPrecision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Monument Express
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 Monument Express
Get answers to common questions about playing Monument Express and what to expect.
How difficult is Monument Express for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Monument Express challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 29.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Monument Express?
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 Monument Express?
With a course rating of 70 and par 29, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 29 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Monument Express and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Monument Express and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Desert 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 Monument Express 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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