Align stance properly, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP4 drills
Aim39%
Scoring23%
Stroke16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Wick Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
68
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Wick Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Wick, 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
Precision 23%Aim 23%Scoring 20%Distance Control 16%Alignment 16%
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.
29
Average HCP
19.6
Minimum HCP
42.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Wick
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Wick.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
wickgolfclub@hotmail.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
Reiss
Course Description
Wick Golf Club is a historic links golf club located in Wick, Caithness, at the far north of the Scottish Highlands. The club operates a traditional 18-hole course designed in the early 1900s with connections to John Sutherland and Royal Dornoch, reflecting a rich golfing heritage. It welcomes visitors and members alike, offering tee times and membership options, and it highlights its long-standing history and northern location on the NC500 route. The club also provides historical context about the course and hosts events and competitions tied to its coastal links terrain.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Links
Opened
1870
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Wick
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileChip close, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Alignment19%
Distance Control18%
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy18%
Precision13%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Wick
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Wick. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
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 · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get StartedAvoid fringe with mid irons, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min4 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring20%
Accuracy20%
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim24%
Distance Control23%
Alignment22%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control25%
Alignment24%
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Alignment26%
Scoring20%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Aim22%
Distance Control22%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim15%
Trajectory14%
Get close to pin, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Wick
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 Wick
Get answers to common questions about playing Wick and what to expect.
How difficult is Wick for mid-handicap golfers?
Wick 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 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Wick?
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 Wick?
With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Wick 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 Wick and how should I play it?
Wick is designed as a Links 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 Wick 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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