Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Willow Springs Golf Course

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San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Willow Springs Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Willow Springs, 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 34%Precision 25%Distance Control 16%Aim 13%Alignment 10%

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.

17.4

Average HCP

9.4

Minimum HCP

29.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Willow Springs

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Sand Short

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Straight Shot

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Willow Springs.

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

202 At and T Center Parkway

Course Description

Alamo City Golf Trail, also known as the Municipal Golf Association - San Antonio, is a nonprofit organization that operates eight municipal golf facilities in San Antonio, Texas, collaborating with the City of San Antonio to manage courses and promote affordable play. It offers access to a portfolio of historic and modern courses, promotes golf events and promotions, and provides programs such as tee times, handicap services, and loyalty options for players. The Trail emphasizes maintaining quality courses at reasonable prices and engages in community partnerships and promotions to attract players of all levels. The organization is headquartered in San Antonio and serves the greater San Antonio area.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Emil Loeffler/John McGlynn

Opened

1923

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Willow Springs

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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Sink More Putts Accurately

Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Match Mental Image to Result

Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy23%

Visualization22%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Distance Control31%

Alignment23%

Aim14%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Willow Springs

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Willow Springs. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink More Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

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

Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Land it close: set up par or better every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills

Aim26%

Distance Control23%

Scoring19%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills

Distance Control32%

Alignment21%

Precision18%

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

Open up and fly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills

Scoring29%

Alignment28%

Accuracy19%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control28%

Visualization20%

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Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?

Pick landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills

Aim31%

Alignment20%

Scoring18%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Save with mid irons, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP5 drills

Precision31%

Scoring30%

Dispersion19%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Dispersion21%

Precision16%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Precision short irons, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 minUnknown HCP3 drills

Precision36%

Scoring35%

Trajectory13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Willow Springs

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 Willow Springs

Get answers to common questions about playing Willow Springs and what to expect.

How difficult is Willow Springs for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Willow Springs technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Willow Springs?

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 Willow Springs?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Willow Springs and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Willow Springs 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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