Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Vineyard Valley Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
207
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Vineyard Valley Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Vineyard Valley Golf 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.
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 Vineyard Valley Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Chip | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Chip | 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 chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Vineyard Valley Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
34 Brayman Hollow Rd, Pomfret Center, CT 06259, USA
Course Description
Vineyard Valley Golf Club is a Law Practice company located in P.O. BOX 67, Pomfret, Connecticut, United States.
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Gus Loos
Opened
1985
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
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Scorecard data available for Red
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 45.3 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 45.3 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 9 | — | 8 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 436 | 164 | 350 | 394 | 362 | 448 | 426 | 293 | 160 | 3033 | 436 | 164 | 350 | 394 | 362 | 448 | 426 | 293 | 160 | 3033 | 6066 |
White/Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.1 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 45.3 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 9 | — | 8 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 375 | 155 | 330 | 360 | 330 | 440 | 400 | 260 | 130 | 2780 | 436 | 164 | 350 | 394 | 362 | 448 | 426 | 293 | 160 | 3033 | 5813 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 43.6 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 43.6 · Slope 103
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 9 | — | 8 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 309 | 130 | 273 | 282 | 215 | 325 | 296 | 181 | 110 | 2121 | 309 | 130 | 273 | 282 | 215 | 325 | 296 | 181 | 110 | 2121 | 4242 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Vineyard Valley Golf Club
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profileAlign body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Vineyard Valley Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Vineyard Valley Golf 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedReduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVisualize the line, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control mid iron arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Avoid Three-Putts
Match clubface, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Vineyard Valley Golf Club
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 Vineyard Valley Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Vineyard Valley Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Vineyard Valley Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Vineyard Valley Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 119.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 68.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Vineyard Valley Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5154 yards. The back tees extend to 6066.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Vineyard Valley Golf Club?
With a course rating of 68.4 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Vineyard Valley Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6066.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Vineyard Valley Golf Club and how should I play it?
Vineyard Valley Golf Club 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 Vineyard Valley Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 119.0 and yardage reaching 6066.0 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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