Schedule
Mar 11, 2026
Flagship Tournament Program
Full 3 Week Practice Program for Herrentag (nhr) SAISONERÖFFNUNG
Venue: 18 Loch · Golfclub Schloss Haag
Complete 3-week preparation program for the upcoming tournament at Geldern. Commit to a structured practice plan that improves Precision (19%) and Scoring (14%) and focuses mainly on 3 ft (1m) only putts, Flop shots, and Woods (Hy,5W,3W). Modules are progressively ranked from HCP 35.0 to 17.5 to build skills leading up to event.
Organizer
Deutscher Golf Verband
League
Germany
Weeks
3
Time horizon until tee-off
Practice days
12
Mapped sessions in Program Maker
Macro cycles
1
Technique · Shaping · Performance loops
Development program
Skills periodization build based on tournament clock
Built directly from the time remaining before the event. Macro cycles stack micro focus blocks—red to learn, blue to refine, orange to apply—mirroring the template you provided. Each column equals a week; the green curve tracks practice intensity as drills alternate between comfort and pressure.
Learn SkillsRefine SkillsApply SkillsIntensity of practice
Weeks until event
3
Time horizon from right now to the opening tee shot.
Practice days
12
Program Maker keeps four on-course days every week.
Macro cycles
1
Stacked red → blue → orange focus blocks per cycle.
Weekly workload
4 days
Two drills per day mixing Putting, Short Game, Range.
Module handicap
+9.0 to 45.0
Range derived from drill hcp_min_avg to hcp_max_avg.
Micro focus map
Technique · Shot shaping · Performance
Every macro runs technique (red), shaping (blue), and performance (orange) blocks to keep the readiness curve honest.
Skill breakdown
Scoring14%
Precision12%
Aim11%
Distance Control11%
Event snapshot
Tournament & Course Details
Same layout as the tournaments section on course pages—just focused entirely on this event.
Format
Stroke
League
Germany
Organizer
Deutscher Golf Verband
Field
men
Course
18 Loch
Status
Open for registration
Flagship curriculum
How the 3-week plan unfolds
Each module focuses on specific area of the game (Putting, Short Game, Driving Range) for up to two weeks at a time. Follow the curriculum in a given order for best results.
Week 1≤ 3 daysDay 1 – 3
Stop Missing Short Putts
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on distance: 3 ft (1m) only.
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Aim
32%
Stroke
28%
Alignment
23%
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 daysDay 4 – 12
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: flop.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Alignment
25%
Aim
24%
Scoring
22%
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 daysDay 13 – 18
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes. Working on shot: mixed.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 26.0
Module skill breakdown
Scoring
46%
Distance Control
34%
Visualization
21%
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 daysDay 19 – 27
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes. Working on shot: bump'n'run.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 23.4
Module skill breakdown
Distance Control
32%
Aim
16%
Precision
14%
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 daysDay 28 – 32
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Precision
25%
Trajectory
19%
Mechanics
18%
Week 9≤ 4 daysDay 33 – 36
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: mid irons (7,6,5).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Mechanics
45%
Precision
30%
Trajectory
25%
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 daysDay 37 – 44
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Precision
27%
Mechanics
17%
Trajectory
16%
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 daysDay 45 – 53
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes. Working on club: mid irons (7,6,5).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 27.3
Module skill breakdown
Trajectory
24%
Precision
23%
Mechanics
20%
Weeks 14–15≤ 6 daysDay 54 – 59
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on club: woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangeDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Precision
34%
Dispersion
25%
Scoring
15%
Program snapshot
Avg HCP focus
17.5
Intermediate
Skill pillars
Aim · Stroke · Alignment · Scoring · Visualization · Precision
Host course
18 Loch
Geldern, Germany
Status
Open for registration
Mar 11, 2026
Weekly Plan
Program Maker weeks broken down by day
The PracticeProgramMaker output replaces the flagship stack entirely. Every row below comes straight from the automated builder—four practice days per week, two drills per day, and category balance enforced automatically. Track the cadence, stick to the summaries, and lean on the PDF exports when you need offline reps.
Week 1
Technique · Off-season
Feb 25 – Mar 3
4 practice days · focus on short game · flop.
Short GameDriving RangePutting
Technique Module HCP 10.0 to 45.0
Week 1
60% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Hit flop shots from two lines aiming inside circles
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Flop#3151
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing
Hit mid irons focusing on 2 downswing thoughts only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5011
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing
Hit mid irons focusing on two backswing tasks only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5010
Putting
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Hit putts through ball gate using plane board repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 45 | 42 | 38 | 34 | 29 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1044
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Short Game
Driving RangeShort Game
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through
Hit mid irons focusing on impact and follow-through.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5012
Short Game
Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Hit flop shots from two lines at dual targets
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Flop#3153
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Hit bump-and-run shots aiming at 4 quadrants around hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 24.0
Short (<20 y/m)Bump'n'Run#3160
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway
Hit mid irons focusing on two takeaway tasks only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 33 | 31 | 28 | 24 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5009
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Week 2
Shot shaping · Pre-season
Mar 4 – Mar 10
4 practice days · focus on driving range · woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangePutting
Shot shaping Module HCP +9.0 to 45.0
Week 2
88% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Hit 36 wood shots curving both ways to target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5047
Putting
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Hit putts from close range along a straight line.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 43 | 40 | 36 | 31 | 26 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1041
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Hit 12 low, mid, and high shots at one flag
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5036
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Hit shots curving both ways to cones near target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5049
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Hit low, mid, high wood shots at one target repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5046
Driving Range
Long irons (4,3,2) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Hit long irons practicing five ball flights at target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 5.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5096
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit long irons curving shots at targets near hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5043
Putting
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Hit putts from close range along a straight line.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 43 | 40 | 36 | 31 | 26 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1041
Week 3
Performance · In-season
Mar 11 – Mar 17
4 practice days · focus on putting · 3 ft (1m) only.
PuttingShort GameDriving Range
Performance Module HCP +9.0 to 25.0
Week 3
89% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Hit 30 putts under a hanging string nearby
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 13 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1047
Short Game
DIY Course Hard
Chip from tough spots, then putt, repeat rounds
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 26 | 24 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Mixed#3168
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Sand | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Chip from two lines aiming at two target circles
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 24 | 20 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Sand#3049
Driving Range
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Hit 36 wood shots at 3 flags within close range
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5111
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit wood shots curving both ways at 9 close targets
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5048
Putting
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Hit 30 putts under a hanging string nearby
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 13 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1047
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Short Game
Driving RangeShort Game
Driving Range
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Hit irons at varied targets, focusing on close distances
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5110
Short Game
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Chip balls from two lines into nine target zones on green
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 27 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 16.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Sand#3134
Program breakdown
Each block inside the flagship build
You get the same cards that appear under the tournaments section on a course page—category pills, drill counts, and handicap focus—so partners see exactly how the flagship plan is composed.
PuttingTee · All TeesIntermediate
Stop Missing Short Putts
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
AimStrokeAlignmentScoring
Short GameTee · All TeesBeginner
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
9
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
AlignmentAimScoringPrecision
Short GameTee · All TeesBeginner
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Drills
6
Avg HCP
26.0
Focus
Beginner
ScoringDistance ControlVisualization
Short GameTee · All TeesBeginner
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Drills
9
Avg HCP
23.4
Focus
Beginner
Distance ControlAimPrecisionTrajectory
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
5
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionTrajectoryMechanicsAim
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
MechanicsPrecisionTrajectory
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
8
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionMechanicsTrajectoryAim
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Drills
9
Avg HCP
27.3
Focus
Beginner
TrajectoryPrecisionMechanicsDistance Control
Driving RangeTee · All TeesIntermediate
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
6
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
PrecisionDispersionScoringDistance Control