Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Winding Hills Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
94
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Winding Hills Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Winding Hills, 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 23%Distance Control 19%Aim 16%Dispersion 14%
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.
21.9
Average HCP
11.6
Minimum HCP
36.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Winding Hills
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
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Winding Hills.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
Info@WindingHillsGC.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
1847 State Route 17K
Course Description
Our 18-Hole Executive Golf Course will challenge you while providing a relaxing, picturesque backdrop at every hole. Test your accuracy on our plush fairways, water hazards and sand traps. Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality experience that includes exceptional service and a serene atmosphere.Winding Hills Golf Club was modeled after Jeff Cornish's Blue Rock Course on Cape Cod. For more info on our golf course, visit us at www.windinghillsgc.com For info on The Venue at Winding Hills, our wedding venue & banquet center, visit us at www.thevenueatwindinghills.com/
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
57
Type
Parkland
Architect
Steve Esposito
Opened
1997
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Winding Hills
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileCapitalize on makeable putts, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Get square for strike, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP8 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control26%
Scoring10%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Aim21%
14 Week Flagship Program for Winding Hills
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Winding Hills. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par from Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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Get StartedPrecision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim17%
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision32%
Aim22%
Dispersion15%
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control31%
Alignment16%
Save par, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control19%
Alignment19%
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim21%
Distance Control20%
Scoring15%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy16%
Scoring15%
Leave tap-ins, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min29 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Scoring20%
Mechanics13%
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion21%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Match swing to trajectory, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory32%
Mechanics23%
Precision19%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
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Get StartedConsistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Winding Hills
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Winding Hills
Get answers to common questions about playing Winding Hills and what to expect.
How difficult is Winding Hills for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Winding Hills technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 57.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Winding Hills?
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 Winding Hills?
With a course rating of 70 and par 57, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 57 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Winding Hills 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 Winding Hills 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 Winding Hills 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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