Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Westin Kierland Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Scottsdale, Arizona, 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Acacia Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Acacia, 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 33%Distance Control 20%Aim 17%Precision 15%Accuracy 12%

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.

Average HCP

9.8

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Acacia

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Acacia.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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tyler.haynes@westin.com

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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

15636 Clubgate Drive

Course Description

The Kierland Golf Club, operated as The Westin Kierland Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a public golf facility managed by Troon that offers three 18-hole courses, instruction, club fitting, and a full-service Bar & Grill. It emphasizes a premium, service-oriented experience with group events, lessons, clinics, a caddie service, and golf packages in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. The club is part of the Westin Kierland resort community and ties into Troon’s network of premier golf properties in the Southwest. Located in Scottsdale, it promotes a cheerful, high-quality golf experience for visitors and locals alike.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Scott Miller

Opened

1996

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Acacia

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 Pace And Line

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Avoid Three-Putts

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Alignment25%

Aim20%

Scoring20%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Distance Control20%

Aim19%

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9 Week Flagship Program for Acacia

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Acacia. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 9 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Mixed

Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole

Leave tap-ins, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min6 HCP4 drills

Distance Control33%

Scoring30%

Accuracy24%

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Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons

Control short iron height, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP3 drills

Mechanics30%

Trajectory27%

Precision18%

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Control 9 Ft Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization21%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control32%

Visualization21%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Pick your line and stick it—woods accuracy challenge

Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Acacia

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 Acacia

Get answers to common questions about playing Acacia and what to expect.

How difficult is Acacia for mid-handicap golfers?

Acacia is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Acacia?

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 Acacia?

With a course rating of 70 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 Acacia and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Acacia and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Acacia 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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