Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Washington Golf Club

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Washington, Connecticut, United States of America

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Washington (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Washington (Alternate Tees), 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 25%Precision 25%Distance Control 19%Aim 15%Alignment 13%

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.

23.3

Average HCP

13.5

Minimum HCP

36.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Washington (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Washington (Alternate Tees).

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

92 Green Hill Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

David Johnson

Opened

1914

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Washington (Alternate Tees)

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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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min1 HCP3 drills

Precision30%

Scoring30%

Aim28%

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Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Sink long putts, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min10 HCP7 drills

Distance Control49%

Visualization41%

Dispersion10%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Set up for high shot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP6 drills

Distance Control29%

Alignment27%

Precision18%

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Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Thread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Distance Control23%

Aim18%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Washington (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Washington (Alternate Tees). 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Flop

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision25%

Aim15%

Mechanics15%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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See Shot Before Hit

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring46%

Accuracy29%

Visualization25%

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Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Work together for contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Scoring36%

Alignment26%

Aim15%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into par saves, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring31%

Aim27%

Alignment27%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP5 drills

Distance Control30%

Alignment28%

Scoring12%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP3 drills

Scoring38%

Precision30%

Trajectory13%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Control the height: spin and roll as needed

Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision23%

Mechanics23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Washington (Alternate Tees)

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 Washington (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Washington (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Washington (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Washington (Alternate Tees) 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 Washington (Alternate Tees)?

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 Washington (Alternate Tees)?

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 Washington (Alternate Tees) 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 Washington (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Washington (Alternate Tees) 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 Washington (Alternate Tees) 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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