Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Spitfire.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
67
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Spitfire, 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.
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players play hard-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Up to 5 players play hard-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Everything you need to know about Spitfire.
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Established in 1974 and designed by the legendary former Open Champion and 5 times Ryder Cup player Max Faulkner, West Malling Golf Club sits in the heart of the Kent countryside at the foot of the North Downs. Originally only an 18 holes the course was extended and split into two in the late eighties. The two courses, Spitfire and Hurricane, named in honour of the iconic fighter planes that flew out of the nearby airfield at West Malling during the Second World War, are a challenge for all standards of golfer.Complemented by two putting greens, a covered eleven bay driving range, practice chipping and bunker area and state of the art indoor golf simulators, offering you the chance to play one of 60 worldwide golf courses or even practice in the warmth with the built in range and practice facility.
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Holes
36
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Max Faulkner
Opened
1974
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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 Spitfire hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Spitfire 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 Spitfire 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 Spitfire 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 Spitfire 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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% match to course practice profileHit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Spitfire. 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 52 days 71 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Mixed
Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
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Full flagship program designed around Spitfire hole by hole data. Contains 52 practice days and 48 unique drills.
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Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedControl flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Spitfire and what to expect.
Spitfire 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 70.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Spitfire 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.
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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